Dark Mountains Poem by Sandra Fowler

Dark Mountains

Rating: 5.0


For I have seen dark mountains in the sky,
More Himalayan to the naked eye,
Than any reason for our where or why.

Hands clasp to lift a measure of that height.
The gesture is as fragile as a kite
Against the massive, polarizing night.

And yet, my friend, I am content to be
A little part of that entirety.
All space my hands can hold belongs to me.

COMMENTS OF THE POEM
R H 01 August 2006

Sandra, visual, spiritual and beautiful. The images in the second stanza spoke such purity: 'Hands clasp to lift a measure of that height. The gesture is as fragile as a kite Against the massive, polarizing night.' I'm adding this to my favourites - definitely one to savour. Warmest wishes, Justine

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Esther Leclerc 05 August 2006

We are so small against the majesty of nature, but you are right: we belong so long as we love and cherish this gift. In spirit, we are not so small after all.

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Patrick Ladbrooke 12 September 2006

Selected at random from your collection. what an absolute beauty - really enjoyed the feeling it engenders. Patrick xx

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Jim Foulk 15 February 2007

what a write, just beautiful i can picture all of this in my mind, what a sight to see.

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Alison Cassidy 24 June 2007

Sandra, you capture the awe of your mountains and the wonder of your humanity and hold them together between the width of your hands. I enjoy picking one of your poems at random - almost like a lucky dip - and unwrapping it. I have yet to be disappointed in the prize. Your images stay, like the after taste of good wine. love, Allie xxxx

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Dr Dillip K Swain 25 October 2022

Sandra, it's a fantastic poem. Your poetry flows like a murmuring river. Top score! !

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Sally Plumb Plumb 10 September 2009

You have everything in your hands.To hold darkness is can be gratifying.

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Sue Ann Simar 23 May 2009

You can't live in West Virginia and not gravitate towards 'Dark Mountains'

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Cindy Kreiner Sera 21 May 2009

Only in spirit and awe can we face up to greatness and adore.Your poem echo's thoughts I had during climb's when the mind alsoventures into the realm above. Wonderful and spectacular

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nomad omnia 29 April 2009

Sandra, everything I read of yours, seems to strike a longing chord. Dark mountains are but a memory, 'though they will always be the flag of freedom that calls me home. Take care, and stay inspired! :) N

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Sandra Fowler

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W. Columbia, WV, USA
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