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Owl In The Morning Sun

August 9, 2014
By prolixity GOLD, Iloilo City, Other
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prolixity GOLD, Iloilo City, Other
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Even the tallest and most lofty trees have the most reason to dread the thunder.

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Withered and weak, I found myself wrapped around the folds of my arms.
I was lost: clueless of what to do and where to go.
I was unaware: blinded by fantasies and nightmares.
I disdained myself, but only then did I start to grow wings.
These wings took me to places I’ve never thought of reaching.
The folds became flaps, the withered and weak metamorphosed into an owlet of wisdom.
I have grown. I have been molded behind shadows.
Like an owl traversing the darkness, I was able to keep myself concealed in a cave.
I wasn’t hiding. No. I wasn’t scared.
Maybe I was just finding my innateness. And I did find myself.
I’m not afraid of the light and I will not let it get in my way.
If the sun ever does face me, I’d be brave enough to walk in the radiance of day.

© Lindsey W., Woodinville, WA

The author's comments:
I always wanted to be secluded. I waited for the clock to strike at 12 midnight, then I would go to a lobby to be alone. To reflect. To deepen my perception of who I am.
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humanblogger said...
on Jul. 3 2015 at 9:30 am
you are very talented! this poem is amazing. it is very on point and i love how you used effective metaphors.
EmilytheBelleofA. DIAMOND said...
on Aug. 24 2014 at 11:23 am
EmilytheBelleofA. DIAMOND, Athens, Georgia
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To love is to be vulnerable; Triumph is born out of struggle; We notice shadows most when they stand alone in the midst of overwhelming light.

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I can connect, because I've recently thought something similar to this. I love how your descriptive and it's full of you. Thank you for sharing this! Also, I love owls too haha. Thank you again!
Lysander PLATINUM said...
on Aug. 18 2014 at 10:44 am
Lysander PLATINUM, Bangalore, Other
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I slay.

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I like u're poem a LOT really gr8 I cud relate with it
TheComet PLATINUM said...
on Aug. 18 2014 at 9:38 am
TheComet PLATINUM, Mostaganem, Other
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&quot;Speak when you are angry and you will make the best speech you will ever regret&quot; -Ambrose Bierce<br /> &quot; Be yourself! Everybody else is already taken ;)&quot;<br /> &quot;Don&#039;t go where the path leads you. Go instead where there&#039;s no path and leave a trail ;)&quot;-R.W.Emerson

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This is nice ^_^ I like it a lot and I can defenitly relate to it. You put your feelings into words and you pictured the scene so well...So great job!! Keep it up. Thanks for sharing this
prolixity GOLD said...
on Aug. 18 2014 at 7:12 am
prolixity GOLD, Iloilo City, Other
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Even the tallest and most lofty trees have the most reason to dread the thunder.

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thank you so much! i have to admit it, i love coming up with titles.. :)
WickedDreamer PLATINUM said...
on Aug. 17 2014 at 11:06 pm
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A very good one. I liked the title especially! I felt that your thought is somehow similar to that of mine. I'd love to read more from you. Keep writing. Best of luck!
prolixity GOLD said...
on Aug. 16 2014 at 9:49 am
prolixity GOLD, Iloilo City, Other
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Even the tallest and most lofty trees have the most reason to dread the thunder.

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haha. thanks! proud Filipino here. :)
Kaydie PLATINUM said...
on Aug. 16 2014 at 6:04 am
Kaydie PLATINUM, Uyo, Other
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&quot;There are all these ideas about what is perfect and what is beautifu land what is smart,but the most appealing thing is,that which is me is nobody else&quot;<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> -Jennifer Lopez

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Wow....IT  z nyc to c sm1 frm d Philippines arwnd...great work...