Happy Poetry Friday and welcome to 2019! For more of the first round-up of the new year, visit Sylvia at her space HERE. This past week, I have engaged in many moments of deep reflection. I find that endings and beginnings in life are great reminders of the power of reflection. There is much to ponder in life and reflecting on my inward most thoughts can truly bring me perspective. There are many forms of reflection, but some of my favorite reflections take on the shape of a poem. My "New Year" reflection poem began with nature at the workbench. At first, I marveled at the sky and made note of it in a single line. My thoughts quickly turned to reflections of my feelings about the end and beginning of a year. During the revision of this poem, I decided to work in some personification and rhyme. I also broke the original three stanza poem up a bit as well. It just seemed right! Happy writing and reflecting to all of you in 2019! New Year The sunset on the last day of the year lit up the sky like bursts of fireworks in a grand finale with magnificent hues of blush and baby blues. Clouds sweep away all my worries and strife. New Year gives new breath and fresh life. Sun will set, leaving me without a single regret. Future is on the rise, my dreams, a rainbow of hope. And yet, the unexpected surprise of life is what I love best. © Kiesha Shepard Invitation to Write:Reflection can be a vital process for writers. Reflection can help us contemplate our thoughts and consider all aspects of our thinking. I think one of the best things about reflection is that it can happen anytime and anywhere. For me, reflection happens quite naturally when I am surrounded by the sounds of nature. Where and when do you find reflection most beneficial for you? Try spending some time reflecting on your hopes and goals for yourself this year in your most natural reflection spot. May it lead you to many new and unexpected surprises in your writing this year!
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1/4/2019 04:28:30 am
For me, the standout memory came about 1min after the year turned over... the gentle patter of rain on our roof. Which I also likened to fireworks. (Better than fireworks, in rural Qld!😉)
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1/4/2019 05:24:45 am
I love your line "future is on the rise", that wonder of new months coming, full of good things. I enjoyed your poem and reflection, Kiesha. Happy New Year!
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Irene Latham
1/4/2019 05:55:50 am
Thank you for this reflection! I, too, enjoy the unexpected miracles that always come... happy 2019!
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Kay Jernigan McGriff
1/4/2019 06:29:57 am
This is such a lovely reflection on endings and beginnings. Isn't it interesting how these two opposites are so closely tied together?
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1/4/2019 02:31:48 pm
I like the hope you've instilled in your poem Kiesha and especially in this line "New Year gives new breath and fresh life," looking forward to spring and fresh life–Happy New Year!
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1/4/2019 03:01:56 pm
Thanks for sharing your reflections about beginnings and endings. I love your poem's note of optimism for the new year. Hoping it's a wonderful one for you!
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1/4/2019 04:57:53 pm
What a wonderful reflection! And, this poem is lovely in rhymed form. It strikes me as classic in tone but very today in meaning. I do love, Future is on the rise. That's a fantastic line.
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1/5/2019 04:02:40 am
Thank you for sharing these wise words, Kiesha! Reflection is a vital part of growing, both as writers and as people. Your poem captures your reflections beautifully. Here's to 2019, where the "future is on the rise!"
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1/5/2019 07:26:58 pm
What a lovely and thoughtful post on reflection. Since I work late hours, I find the time driving home in the night peaceful, and thought provoking.
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1/6/2019 04:50:11 am
Kiesha, these lines are filled with positivity.
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Mary Lee Hahn
1/6/2019 06:51:07 am
Here's to the unexpected surprises!
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Tabatha
1/7/2019 02:23:12 pm
Liking surprises is a good way to be! This morning I saw the most beautiful sunrise I've seen in a while and it lifted my spirits greatly. So good to take a moment to be full of wonder.
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AuthorWelcome! I'm Kiesha Shepard, and I have a love for writing and the teaching of writing. Whispers From the Ridge is a place where I can share my words and ideas for teaching writing. It's also a place for you to find inspiration for writing the words inside of you. I invite you into my world of writing as I capture the whispers from the ridge. Follow by Email
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