Season of sunshine,
Bluebells break the softened ground-
Spring is here
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Haiku Today
Published May 15, 2016 by Kathleen's Writings & ArtThey play hide-n-seek,
They watch you and hear your voice-
Rabbits in flowers
Spring Love
Published May 9, 2016 by Kathleen's Writings & ArtMorning’s crowning glow-
Shimmers,
Sun’s warmth-
Graces earth’s damp dress,
Bright rainbow-
Adorning the clear blue sky,
Whisper fair wind in my ear.
Spirits in the Night
Published April 28, 2016 by Kathleen's Writings & ArtThere’s a story on the island
of spirits in the night,
a special place where they go to dance
on the sand in the midnight moonlight.
You can hear them singing
and laughing
as they hide in the fog,
they play hide-n-seek and
ride the surf’s roll.
You won’t see their faces—
but they see your soul,
they watch you and hear you
as the island winds blow.
Their seaweed hair wet,
limbs swaying in the mist,
the moonlight gone,
as the sand turns cold,
they return each night,
it’s their favorite place;
well—
that’s what I’m told.
(Photo and poem by:
Kathleen Stevens)
An Old Woman
Published April 28, 2016 by Kathleen's Writings & ArtBeneath the shade of an old oak tree,
there sat an old woman
completely free,
humming and singing
an unfamiliar song,
with sounds so sweet
and words not long.
Her white sun-kissed hair
blowing like a running mare
on the tails of the wind,
and her tan leathery skin,
draped with a dress
vibrant in colors
and apparently unpressed.
A spell she cast on me
as I sat near,
how lovely, how serene,
with smells of sweet flowers
awakening in the spring.
A warmth filled my soul
as I closed my eyes,
how peaceful was the
never-ending blue sky.
I could stay there for hours,
no time was addressed,
I had no where to be
and,
I needed the rest.
(photo and poem by: Kathleen Stevens)
Love’s Attire
Published April 19, 2016 by Kathleen's Writings & ArtClothe me in your body’s gown,
Raise my spirit to heaven’s crown,
Through the years of solitude,
I watched the seasons change their moods.
High in the leaves of the old oak tree,
A blue bird sings a cheerful reveille.
My restless spirit fills the air,
The mountain’s presence everywhere,
I lift my hands wearing nature’s somber dress,
Dancing in the moonlight’s painted loveliness.
There is no pain or tears tonight,
As I lay in peaceful sleep once more,
Beneath the sky’s restful spell unfolds,
And as I wait the sun’s waking rise,
And by her side a morning’s fire,
You will clothe me in your love’s attire.
Spring is Here/Haiku
Published April 15, 2016 by Kathleen's Writings & ArtDaffodils and tulips
Mingling colors, fragrance-
Caterpillars climb
Happy Valentines Day
Published February 14, 2016 by Kathleen's Writings & Art“I want you to know-
the other day, I was hiking-
listening to old tunes on my radio-
I was thinking about my past
and-
The only woman that echoes in my mind-
Is you”,
He said.
She Dances
Published February 5, 2016 by Kathleen's Writings & ArtSwaying to music
In perfect beat,
Lost in a world
Of sweet serenity,
Looking graceful
Like a willow tree,
Being blown gently
By the breeze,
She dances.
(Painting and Poem by: Kathleen Stevens/2015)
Never Ending Abyss
Published January 21, 2016 by Kathleen's Writings & ArtYour unwavering stance
Occupied a barren region,
Lingering there like a withering flower
Before you ultimately departed;
I suffered–
Missing our laughs, and talks,
And trips to new places –
I endured your scarcity;
I mourn we loss the time
To conquer our declining bonds,
Previous to your leaving, and you
Finding a new dwelling place,
Somewhere I cannot visit-
The ever unfathomable crevice
Between us –
Befalls a mystery to me,
I meditate upon the why.
What threw us into that chasm?
Our not holding each other dear,
Dropping us into that never ending abyss –
I assumed it would pass with the rain,
Then we would have another day,
Another laugh, another talk, one more hug.
It never came to pass –
With great sadness –
Tears grasp around my throat, my mind, my heart.
I shake my head and I say, “Not”.
How I wish it naught!
(Painting and Poem by: Kathleen Stevens/2015)
Capture of a Moment
Published January 13, 2016 by Kathleen's Writings & ArtThe capture of a moment,
A song that is sung,
Words dancing across the page,
Began when I was still young.
In my heart of memories
There is a special revise,
Seizing steely rains
Rippling through dark and
Forging angry skies-
Issuing me a process
To thrust Heaven’s gate wide,
Escorting in the sunshine
To the chambers of my mind,
Allowing me to capture words,
At times along with goodbyes,
And yet, stringing them together,
Fashioned and designed,
Freeing them to dance,
For moments at a time.
(Poem and Photo by: Kathleen Stevens/2016)
Painting
Published December 15, 2015 by Kathleen's Writings & ArtWhy is it so hard to stop and think, take a breath, before we speak??
(painting by: Kathleen Stevens/1991, watercolor on paper)
My Muse
Published July 20, 2015 by Kathleen's Writings & ArtA midsummer night-
in my sentiment,
My muse arose-
depositing poetry to task,
A contemplation obtaining shape,
Essence engaged in words realigning,
A spirit unconfined,
language assembling,
selecting words the same way-
as a trusted friend-
by my muse, I write.
(written by: Kathleen Stevens)
(painting by: Kathleen Stevens)
Your Mask
Published June 6, 2015 by Kathleen's Writings & ArtYour mask covers your being-
like darkness draping over the sunlight,
Your mind seeks the world with penetrating eyes-
undisputable waves, persuaded glances,
A vanity inside your heart abides-
building fragmented exhibits
like slivers of shattered glass
reflecting dual faces-
Dusted with suffering,
Prolonged anguished moments,
a whirling frenzy, a heart running-
thoughts and longings,
Winged hand-in-hand with dreaming-
yet,
You guard your soul-
knowing your mask keeps you
Standing alone-
a safeguard-
evolved and amassed-
holding little understanding;
your mask-
Leads only to emptiness,
A prisoner-
inside your encased world mask.
Do not accede to life’s ragged hand-
slaying your treasures-
Disrobe the mask you wear and sanctioned-
allow love and tranquility to be released-
Allow your soul to breathe unleashed –
Allow yourself permission to be free in peace.
Remove your mask-
And give love a chance.
(Painter: Kathleen Stevens, Acrylic on canvas, ‘Mask’
An Old Woman
Published May 1, 2015 by Kathleen's Writings & ArtBeneath the shade of an old oak tree,
there sat an old woman
completely free,
humming and singing
an unfamiliar song,
with sounds so sweet
and words not long.
Her white sun-kissed hair
blowing like a running mare
on the tails of the wind,
and her tan leathery skin,
draped with a dress
vibrant in colors
and apparently unpressed.
A spell she cast on me
as I sat near,
how lovely, how serene,
with smells of sweet flowers
awakening in the spring.
A warmth filled my soul
as I closed my eyes,
how peaceful was the
never-ending blue sky.
I could stay there for hours,
no time was addressed,
I had no where to be
and,
I needed the rest.
(written by: Kathleen Stevens)
(art work by: Kathleen Stevens, acrylic wash on copper)
Haiku 11/5/14
Published November 5, 2014 by Kathleen's Writings & ArtHaiku 10/28/14
Published October 28, 2014 by Kathleen's Writings & ArtNature’s Attire
Published September 5, 2014 by Kathleen's Writings & ArtClothe me in your body’s gown,
Raise my spirit to heaven’s crown,
Through the times of solitude,
I watch the seasons change their moods.
High in the leaves of the old oak tree,
A blue bird sings a cheerful reveille.
My quiet spirit fills the air,
The mountain’s presence everywhere,
I lift my hands charmed by nature’s dress,
Dancing in the moonlight’s painted loveliness.
There is no pain or tears tonight,
As all lay in peaceful sleep once more,
Beneath the sky’s restful silence foretold-
Soon arrives the sun’s waking rise,
And by her side is morning’s fire,
And all is clothed by nature’s attire.
Haiku 9/4/14
Published September 4, 2014 by Kathleen's Writings & ArtA Moment
Published August 28, 2014 by Kathleen's Writings & ArtThe capture of a moment,
A song that is sung,
Words dancing across the page,
Began when I was young.
In my heart of memories
There is a special revise-
Seizing steely rains
Rippling through dark and
Forging angry skies-
Issuing me a process
To thrust Heaven’s gate wide-
Escorting in the sunshine
To the chambers of my mind,
Allowing me to capture words-
At times along with goodbyes-
And yet, stringing them together
Fashioned and designed,
Freeing them to dance,
For a moment at a time.
Haiku 8/26/14
Published August 26, 2014 by Kathleen's Writings & ArtNature’s Song
Published August 22, 2014 by Kathleen's Writings & ArtI rest on my terrace and the sky is clear,
A few wisps of white clouds are drifting near,
I hear the splashing of water in the fountain nearby,
And the garden plants stretch higher
each day that passes by.
The evening is warm as shadows
commence their dance,
A light kiss from the wind for me and the plants;
It’s peaceful around me,
While birds do their singing,
A lovely chorus for me and
All who will listen;
Our GOD gave us nature,
And sweet designs from above,
I know that I Thank Him,
I hope it’s enough.
Haiku 8/11/14
Published August 11, 2014 by Kathleen's Writings & ArtHaiku 8/7/14
Published August 7, 2014 by Kathleen's Writings & ArtPainting
Published August 1, 2014 by Kathleen's Writings & ArtHaiku 7/29/14
Published July 29, 2014 by Kathleen's Writings & ArtAngels in the Winds (2)
Published July 7, 2014 by Kathleen's Writings & ArtHaiku 7/3/14
Published July 3, 2014 by Kathleen's Writings & ArtHaiku 6/21/14
Published June 21, 2014 by Kathleen's Writings & ArtDress of Gold
Published June 18, 2014 by Kathleen's Writings & ArtThe wind of life blows through me,
At times- it whispers,
At times- it wails;
Allow my soul to be a reed,
And sing a song that never fails.
Wordless singing is clearly true,
Either wailing wind
Or skies of blue;
Give me joyous musings,
If you please,
While in the distant church bells ring.
Birds dispersing magnolia seeds
Along tree-covered silent streets,
And, as sunset wraps herself in dress of gold,
Emotions fade like falling stars,
Streaming past heavens wide and far,
Swiftly subtracting wounding words,
Allow my soul to sing a song.
Happy Father’s Day!
Published June 13, 2014 by Kathleen's Writings & ArtTo my Father,
Life is full of challenges
With dry and dusty roads
But, we knew we were loved
As you showed us rainbows.
You wiped each tear
And said, “Believe”,
Holding each hand
You taught us to dream.
You could have been weary
But we never knew,
You only showed strength
Healing each wound.
Your words did encourage,
Your wisdom embraced us,
You allowed us our choices
As your prayers did protect us.
(In Remembrance of my father who passed away only six months ago from cancer)
(May you rest in peace)
**For you Dad,
We couldn’t have made it in this life full of pathways
If you hadn’t been holding each hand in your heart
Each and every day.
Thank you father!!
Haiku 6/11/14
Published June 11, 2014 by Kathleen's Writings & ArtHaiku 6/3/14
Published June 3, 2014 by Kathleen's Writings & ArtHaiku 5/31/14
Published May 31, 2014 by Kathleen's Writings & ArtHaiku 5/27/14
Published May 27, 2014 by Kathleen's Writings & ArtNew book release
Published May 25, 2014 by Kathleen's Writings & ArtHaiku 5/24/14-2
Published May 24, 2014 by Kathleen's Writings & ArtHaiku 5/19/14
Published May 19, 2014 by Kathleen's Writings & ArtHaiku 5/15/14
Published May 15, 2014 by Kathleen's Writings & ArtHaiku 5/11/14
Published May 11, 2014 by Kathleen's Writings & ArtHaiku 5/10/14
Published May 10, 2014 by Kathleen's Writings & Art{Dedicated to my mother: Happy Mother’s Day!!}
Steps and sways
You embraced each other
Sealed and strong
(my parents on their wedding day)
Haiku 5/8/14
Published May 8, 2014 by Kathleen's Writings & ArtHaiku 5/7/14 -2
Published May 7, 2014 by Kathleen's Writings & ArtHaiku 5/7/14
Published May 7, 2014 by Kathleen's Writings & ArtHaiku 5/4/14
Published May 4, 2014 by Kathleen's Writings & ArtHaiku 5/1/14
Published May 1, 2014 by Kathleen's Writings & ArtHaiku 4/27/14
Published April 27, 2014 by Kathleen's Writings & ArtAn Old Woman (someone’s favorite!)
Published April 24, 2014 by Kathleen's Writings & ArtBeneath the shade of an old oak tree,
there sat an old woman
completely free,
humming and singing
an unfamiliar song,
with sounds so sweet
and words not long.
Her white sun-kissed hair
blowing like a running mare
on the tails of the wind,
and her tan leathery skin,
draped with a dress
vibrant in colors
and apparently unpressed.
A spell she cast on me
as I sat near,
how lovely, how serene,
with smells of sweet flowers
awakening in the spring.
A warmth filled my soul
as I closed my eyes,
how peaceful was the
never-ending blue sky.
I could stay there for hours,
no time was addressed,
I had no where to be
and,
I needed the rest.