When dried leaves depart,
In submission to the changing wind,
And nothing now makes sense,
Remember we’re all given a plan.
While quiet enough to hear,
And present enough to understand,
We’ll realize sadness, too, is a gift.
Even when the hearts of Grackles,
Sit and wait for a chance to create,
Songs out of screeches and cackles,
Their tune we refuse to consummate.
Yet, we allow it to comfort us within,
Remember, same tree, same devotion,
When leaning into darkness, once again.
Oldest Daughter & Red Headed Sister 
Gifts do often come from the most unexpected circumstances…
“…while quiet enough to hear, and present enough to understand…”
Absolutely beautiful, Audrey Dawn
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Humbled by you, My Traveler. You know how to leave me speechless. I’m just simply listening..
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*laughing* This was brilliant! What’s a Grackle?
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*head in her hands crying* Why are you laughing? How mean of you, Duke. Grackle is a bird here in Texas, Smarty Pants.
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*laughing more* Well, ’cause I didn’t know what a Grackle was. The whole time I was picturing a golem-like creature.
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*giggle* You’re a wicked wicked man…of course, you were…haha. Stop it! Be serious!
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I am being serious, dadblameit!
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No you were not. Had you been you would have searched longer and knew that I’d never write of such things. I wouldn’t know where to begin.
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Well, I was thinking you might have lost a dadblame heart, too!
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I have my heart. It is yours I’m still searching for, as you have lost it. I cannot stand that, you know.
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I bet Mr. Warrior doesn’t have one!
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He has one and tis fine, Duke.
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The plains of Troy were treacherous. Never let him fight there.
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Okay, well, I think we’re safe. *looks around for a camera*
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*hands Audith one*
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What do I do with it?
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Eat it: it’s chocolate.
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No, ’tis not.
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Rats.
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Where?
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In the box in the corner.
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I don’t go to corners alone. I’m scared.
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Only a Grackle over there.
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You might find them interesting, you know. However, they do populate everything here!
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Being present and appreciating all emotions, including sadness…. wonderful thoughts woven into your poem.
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Yeah, and in doing so maybe it can lighten the load, as they say. Thank you, Gus.
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A fine thesis and introspective poem Audrey. Sadness is indeed a gift – but enough is enough. After one major sadness, I lowered my expectations of others and have thus far avoided a repeat. This has pros and cons but is worth considering in certain circumstances. Nice work Audrey Dawn.
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Thank you, Michael. Your decision to do so is what I have often counseled towards others. Expectations must shift.
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“sadness is a gift”. Yes, and a tough one to accept. I get sad a lot. But then again, it’s in my nature. Hope you’re well Audrey.
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Yes, by no means am I saying that it is easy, Staci. We both know how hard it can be to find the positive when in the midst of sadness. I just thought we could all use a little reminder. I’m well. I have a cold. Boo! Sitting under a blanket and reading today. Hope your day went well.
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Lot’s of depth. Thanks for a glimpse into your heart. And, well, may be you should print this, frame it, and find a fine suitable and appropriate space upon one of your many walls …
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Thank you for listening to my heart, Salva. Yes, I think you’re correct, I should remember these words as a reminder for myself. I appreciate you. xx
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Always at your service, as you know. 🙂
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🙂 I thank you for paying such close attention to my thoughts. Means a lot to be truly heard.
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Just read your tete-a-tete with DC in his post about “friends”, and enjoyed it very much. 🙂
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Did you? I’m glad you enjoyed our banter. He and I have been friends here on WP since the beginning of my blog. He has a good heart, a great sense of humor and we enjoy giving each other a rough time. 🙂 He keeps me honest. It was good to have a post from him again. Some of his posts from April and May have some funny moments between he and I. He has great comedic timing and it’s easy to make him laugh. I’ve been fortunate to have you guys around.
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Yes, he and me seem to appreciate our respective sense of humour, and we exchange our load of smileys from time to time. 🙂
It’s great to have some minds on WP like his and yours. Sincerely so.
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Good to know. Give him extra hell for me when you do. 🙂
I’m making a note of your sense of humor now. Your voice in my head is always one of stern philosophy and wisdom. The window just shattered. Truth revealed. 🙂
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Ha! No philosophy, no wisdom, no sternness without humour! THAT’s the name of the game; and I know that you know … 😀
And as so far as DC is concerned: I really, really hope he’ll see that one coming … 😀
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Giggle. Yes, Sir. Noted. 🙂
Haha…something tells me you’ll make sure of it. 🙂
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Yes, sadness is a gift. It’s a message, too. It has things to teach us.
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Hey there, Eric. You’re very wise. Sadness, no matter how horrific the measure, does provide a gift. I just hope to reach those who can’t seem to see it. Which is a silly quest since it is a short little poem, written by a woman who doesn’t claim to know much. I just want someone to find some peace after reading it. Thanks for your comment. You’re pretty great.
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Not sure about wise or great, but I sure am pretty. Well, not that, either!
That being said, it’s not a silly quest at all. The greatest mission we can have is to be ministers of peace u sing whatever gifts we have.
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Well, yes, just look at that photo of you. So sweet… innocent eyes and all.
Thank you for saying so, but I…ahh, I’m tryin’.
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The pic ain’t really me. It’s a piece of stock art I bought. I’m a little more odd looking than that!
Trying is all we can do, right?
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*gasp* Not you?! More odd looking…doubtful. Be nice to yourself, Sir.
Right! Thanks for that…
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This image speaks by itself and such elegant and a great idea!
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Thank you, Mihrank. I appreciate you thinking so. Enjoy your evening.
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Sometimes we have to be grateful for the lowest of pleasures when the highest are no longer available. Fine post.
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Exactly, John. I’ve just read too much sadness here on WordPress lately. Thanks for sorting my thoughts. xo
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This actually should speak to those who feel they have lost something. In reality instead of thinking “lost,” think “replace.”
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I sure hope so, John. I love your positivity.
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Learned through experience.
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