Morning Breath

Morning Breath

A touch of air passes by--

Air as fresh as God can make--

Hastens to be taken in

By a morning reveler--

A recent riser from night’s hold--

Inhale long and deep

Until no more will stow . . .

Giddy, purple thoughts

Race in sanguine titilation--

Press the soul to express

Fully the finest approbation

Of the entrancing gift--

Alas to learn and pen

From a calmer, wiser place

The sigh of thankful satisfaction

Alive with God’s intent.

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Marsha S. Sep 5, 2009, 4:46pm EDT

those morning breaths are such a blessing...another day to spend with family and friends

Jim Ross Sep 5, 2009, 7:33pm EDT

Thank you, Marsha. I agree.

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Deb J. Sep 5, 2009, 4:49pm EDT

Beautiful!

Jim Ross Sep 5, 2009, 7:32pm EDT

Hi, Deb! Thank you.

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Larry H. Sep 5, 2009, 6:52pm EDT

thansk for sharing

Jim Ross Sep 5, 2009, 7:32pm EDT

My pleasure Larry. Thanks for the read and comment.

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JOHN BECK Sep 5, 2009, 10:38pm EDT

Thankful satisfaction indeed. Refreshing, Jim.

Jim Ross Sep 6, 2009, 12:39am EDT

Thank you, John. Much appreciated.

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Kushal Poddar Sep 5, 2009, 10:55pm EDT

They images are bright and talking.

splashes and love

Jim Ross Sep 6, 2009, 12:40am EDT

I'm glad they reached out, Kushal. Thank you for your kind words.

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Nora Davenport Sep 5, 2009, 10:57pm EDT

Hi Jim! It's great to see you back and writing your magnificent poetry again! This one is really wonderful.....so full of emotion! I always enjoy your poetry ever so much!

Jim Ross Sep 6, 2009, 12:41am EDT

Your kind words are much appreciated, Nora. Thank you for them.

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Karen E. Sep 6, 2009, 12:13am EDT

What an incredible gift to come home from work and find your post. I followed these words that in final moments just burst my heart open, fatigued as it was they just burst my heart open.
fresh
hasten
inhale
sigh
Alive with God’s intent.

Thank you for the lovely poem, it is alive with God's intent. So good to see your writing.

Jim Ross Sep 6, 2009, 12:50am EDT

Hi, Karen--I'm glad the poem had that impact. Your praise is a gently brushed wind-chime tinkle. Thank you so much for it.

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Nancy S. Sep 6, 2009, 11:05am EDT

You do have a way with words Jim. This poem reminded me of how I feel when I visit the Smoky Mountains. Watching the mist rise and viewing the beauty I feel I'm breathing pure oxygen. I always thank God for this wonderful life.

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Jim Ross Sep 6, 2009, 2:31pm EDT

I'm with you, Nancy! I hope a lot of people read your wonderful sentiment about the Smoky's and life.

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Jennifer Lee Sep 7, 2009, 12:15am EDT

Beautiful. Did something happen to make you feel more grateful than usual, my friend? I have missed you, your writing, and pings. Great to see you back!

Jim Ross Sep 7, 2009, 2:10pm EDT

Well, thank you, Jennifer. I really appreciate your nice comments. Just a case of selective attention--and the air was so sweet.

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Coffee Lady Sep 9, 2009, 8:06pm EDT

What a lovely, graceful way to speak of the Joy of breathing. Yes, each of us is blessed. Thank you for giving us this chance to bless you for sharing with us...

Your friend

Jim Ross Sep 9, 2009, 8:13pm EDT

My pleasure, Coffee Lady. Thank you for that!

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