The Simple Art Poem by Mary Spain
The Simple Art
Sometimes I wonder, Lord, just what you plan
For me. It isn't power, or great success,
Or tranquil and domestic happiness
That flows from motherhood; and though I can
Do several things a little better than
One might expect, I really must confess
To no outstanding gift. Yet, nonetheless,
I have a sense that since my life began
It has been planned by you. What might appear
An accident, or Fate's perversity,
Is seen, when my objections disappear,
To be your act of generosity.
I wonder, Lord, perhaps you put me here
To learn the simple art of being me.
I concur with Michael, this is a truely magnificent sonnet. The mastery of the form is yours. So you have suceeded in something, and greatly as well. Again, you use the form to pose a philisophical (theological) question and the resolution is, as the title suggests, simple.
Very well produced. Lovely conversation with the Lord, on things we all would like an answer to. Good subject matter. Delightful read. Love Ernestine XXX
nice one, living itself is an art and it is your inner self signature mark your essence is you your soul is what makes you
I wonder, Lord, perhaps you put me here To learn the simple art of being me. Of course, he puts you for a great task to do something special for the world. God tells you everything in your ears.
Dear Mary, We believe this sonnet is 'an outstanding gift' for us. May The Lord bless you for further beautiful pieces of such 'simple art'! Many Thanks.
A golden flow of ones heartful trust and belief in all that gives so freely.
nice poem and great express. how a wonderful to that imagination, , , and the rhyme it is good..like success, , happiness, , , plan, , , than well done
wonderful expression, introspective by strong belif in God, yet a luscious glow through ingenuity, well penned,10+++, thanks for shatring
Ammmmazing thought beautifully expressed.............10
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Mary, should you date this lovely poem, or leave its fragrance to eternity? Three huge cheers to Poemhunter for bringing it and the world together.