Close to my heart lives a garden that I tend,
Filled with lilac and rosebuds; perennials lush in each bend.
Each with a scent that tenders still as I touch
The sweet blossoms’ soul, the petals’ own blush.
My garden grows so close, that it catches each tear,
Then lifts adore and shed to all flowers near.
Life and Its raindrops flow with nourishing pour
As my garden is tended, near my hearts gladdened core.
©2012 Linda Willows
(photo gratitude: Zohra Kalinkowitz)
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The aim of The BELOVED is to awaken Christian Unity, embolden Fellowship and inspire Hope. "Our hearts are confident because of God’s Love, encouraged by the joy of His Loving Presence, gathered together by the enduring power of His Spirit."
Linda's journey includes writing, prayer, and daily devotion, "surely, I know less and less as my heart empties to the majesty of Seeing Jesus Christ".
With a love for people expanded by extensive travels to more than 20 countries and work in regions of crises, she expresses a lifelong dedication to the Heart of what unites us - God's Love. Willows was the Founder and Director of a non-profit Humanitarian NGO with the United Nations. Currently she is devoted to community, writing projects and Christian outreach.
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That’s a very lovely poem…
Loved the initial part the most
“Close to my heart lives a garden that I tend,
Filled with lilac and rosebuds; perennials lush in each bend.
Each with a scent that tenders still as I touch ”
Kudos.
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Thank you very much. I am so happy that you felt those lines, they meant much to me. Linda
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This is beautiful and so calming Linda. And the colour of the flower in the picture is my very favourite along with dusky pinks.:)
Christine
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thanks Christine, I love flowers but the scent is just very healing and touch of petals close and tender is such a special experience.
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Stunning. As always
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thank you very much.glad that you liked it! love, Linda
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Absolutely beautiful, tender and gentle … and one of my favorite colors, also. Your imagery is so vivid that I can smell and feel the petals. Just lovely, as always, dear friend. ~ Love, Julie xox
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Thank you dear Julie, I am glad that you enjoyed the poem. I could smell a petal and feel its tenderness as I wrote. Love to you, Linda
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I love the way you write! Beautiful and calming imagery. I love the photo, too. It’s my favorite color. : )
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thank yIou very much Bethany, my heart welcomes you! Linda
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“….my garden tended near my heart’s gladdened core.” This line will echo in my heart-chambers all weekend and beyon. Thank you! Bless you this ending of a most wonderful Easter Week!
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thank you for your blessings, dearest granbee. all love to you, Linda
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This was so dear and invigorating….Your peace and satisfaction reached out and touched my soul…thank you…
xoxo
Celeste
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love, love, love, love to you Celeste!
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Amazingly great poetry..!
I read your work occasionally and I have never been disappointed …!
Keep up the great work 🙂
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Thank you Rooha, I am an admirer of your talent, your work and your blog. I honor your integrity and courage! Love to you, Linda
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A meter of words, with miles of meaning.
🙂 Beautiful. I love your gravatar too – it’s dreamy!
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Thank you very much, I read your gravatar and you write with great purpose and meaning from your heart and life experience. I anticipate the publication of your book! Love to you, Linda
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