Tag Archives: Poets

RESPECTFUL FRIENDSHIP: ETERNAL VALUE

Posted on March 1, 2018 by David Scanlon

With all the world seeking to find value Where is the right place to search? For The elusiveness of happiness is tamed Not by the very things that help us live But in the noticing of our shared soul. In … Continue reading →

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THE KEEPER OF FLOCKS – XXVIII

Posted on February 18, 2018 by Fernando Pessoa

I read today almost two pages From the book of a mystical poet, And I laughed at those who cry too much. Mystical poets are sick philosophers, And philosophers are foolish men.

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THE KEEPER OF FLOCKS – I

Posted on February 15, 2018 by Fernando Pessoa

I have never kept flocks, But it’s as if I kept them. My very soul is like a shepherd, It’s seen the wind and the sun And walks in hand with the seasons Following and watching. All the quiet of … Continue reading →

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PRINCESS TO A KING

Posted on February 4, 2018 by David Scanlon

In your emergent words I found the way, Through kindness and our laughing play, To reach deep inside and with faith renew An Anima growth seen by just a few.

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THE VOICE WITHIN

Posted on January 30, 2018 by David Scanlon

It is the voice within that speaks But to hear her true tenor Requires a desire to listen. Beyond the self is the space, A place of belonging amongst; Those who will not listen, Those who want to despise, Those … Continue reading →

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