My story is me
I’m true to my story
Veracity personified.
Not for public consumption,
There is intimacy…
And there is
Lascivious lusting
For lurid details
Ask me about
The miles on my heart,
The centuries
On my soul,
Feel my pain
My searing pleasure
And all that goes on
In between
Unfolding major Arcana
Laid out before me
Symbolically steeped
Insinnuendos of the soul
Compel me to quench
My spiritual thirst,
My creative overlord,
At the brimming well of love
Today and tomorrow,
Here and there
Refractions
Of a singular beam of light
Being without boundaries
Equanimity spans the horizon
Connectedness to all
Without exclusion
And when I forget
My humanness
Acquiescing to the light,
Surrendering to the stream,
Navigating on trust
Layers of resistance
Fall away to reveal
A pocket full of Buddhas
Copyright © Henri Ferguson 2006
Author notes
At my daughter’s 29th birthday, her good friend Jamie gave her a little bag filled with Buddhas, hence “pocketful of Buddhas. This felt very symbolic to me and came to the conclusion that if one perceives Buddha as pure goodness, a whole pocketful would then amount to copious quantities of compassion and spiritual light for the recipient of these. So apropos, as these are precisely the qualities I perceive in my daughter Jess. These then would be the words that came to me.
Written June 11th, 2006
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Good work.
I really enjoyed this poem because I connected with it. I flew along with you. When I read it "A pocket full of buddhas" meant to me simplicity and it fit in well with the poem. I was delighted to read in your notes what it meant to you. I'll revisit it from time to time and let it sink in more deeply. Thank you.
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i can relate especially to the centuries on my soul imagery, often i sit here thinking i am sighing with time, yet other times my fun spirit makes me act like i am two
a good poem.
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remarkable. well structured and well penned. your chosen vocabulary really made this piece almost come alive, having the reader "feel" a certain way
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Namaste
I am so blessed to have a father who is humble, kind, compassionate and who embodies a strength of spirit that is beyond words.
From the time I came into this world I have adored him, I am proud of all that he is.
Thank you father,for being a spiritual soul who not only understands my journey but walks with me there. Thank you for inspiring me to write, to paint, to find myself in this kalidescope world.
I am honored to be muse to such a beautiful piece
Om and Prem
Jayanti
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Loved this, Ferg, and not just because it was written on my birthday, though it is a happy coincidence. The idea/picture of a pocketful of Buddhas is very happy, especially since it is based on a gift to your daughter. I'm sure the Buddha would appreciate the spirit of this. I always love returning to your writing because all of them are drenched in spiritual richness, as I suspect your life is.
Thanks for your comment on my latest poem. Always good to hear from you.
Mark
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If only I could grab whatever makes me feel good and carry it with me all day till I realize that happiness comes from within and therefore nothing can really guide you anywhere except yourself. It is nice to hear from you.
Maria -
Ancient as stars, yet as young as dew drops ...
your words shimmer and pour itself into a cascade down the screen ... I read, and feel love, and feel contentedness, and feel serenity. You are a spiritual being, my friend, and you ought to write more.
Missing you.
Love
Myra
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Exquisite!
There is precision in this piece in more ways than one. Such a perfect blending of words to form a message of great substance.
"Ask me about the miles on my heart" touched me especially deep. But every line is rich with wisdom and awareness. I read this several times - slowly - in order to savor everything you intended to convey.
I thoroughly enjoyed this work of art. Make more!
Cris
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Loving
Henri I've missed your words, then I discovered I actually missed one of your poems. How nice it is to see a man see his daughter as an individual and to admire those qualities. I think this may be my favorite.
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It's been ages since I've gone walk about in these parts- oh, what I've missed! Your poems are always 'insinuendos of the soul'- touching the reader (who lets them in for a proper visit) in ways that leave one feeling refreshed and yet reflective. This is beautiful, for a myriad of reasons- your self awareness and desire for enlightenment and truth, your clear vision of what is and what could be...but mostly your ability to write in a way that inspires visions of life, love, colour, desire and truth.
Things we can all see and long to hold onto.
Brilliant, Ferg (as always)
Cheers x
Tilly
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Been reading much about Buddhism lately, and bought a rather large one for my bedroom too (Buddha that is!). Even attended a Buddhist festival here in Glasgow a few months ago which was interesting! Now I'm a little older and wiser (well maybe just a little older...) I can completely relate to the philosophy conveyed.
Loved the poem itself Henri. It's so...you ?!! Full of respect and love and compassion coupled with a deep sense of self worth/knowledge of self. Understanding your strengths, accepting the limitations as part of who you are. Searching for the centre of your soul when life hands out its usual (and often quite predictable) blows.That second stanza floored me. Left me with a knowing smile.
Good to see you writing again. Hope all is well. Not around here too much of late, rarely get time online. In addition to that am editing the final section of my book, of which I'll be sure to send you a copy. It should have been completed by now, but so much has happened this year (those predictable blows!) I had to extend the publishing date.
Much love to you there on the Cayman Islands!
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I'm not sure why but I really like this piece, meaning I can't give an exact line or sentence that stands out to me. The title and the flow of it is great.
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I love this...that's amazing take. And how incredibly inspired! I LOVE IT! keep writing, you have amazing talent. I love the way you put the words together they flowed like a dream. AMAZING!
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WONDERFUL WORK such cute use of words and wow what creativity
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As noted by you this was a personal poem
and respectfully read as just that
A poem full of symbols and intellectualization
that added to the color of the work
A fast pace poem with a drumming beat
and a seasoning with intolerance or perhaps impatience
would be a better word
for anything less than the truth
I found the last line not only enchanting however so true
"Fall away to reveal
A pocket full of Buddhas"
A truly good write
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Well I love the piece,I'm sure 90% of the readers are taking it purely on rhyme, flow and asthetics, not on it's almost impeccable appreciation, further demonstration of a buddhist walk through life, I dabble in an almost buddhist-christian hybrid if you would, and truly can appreciate the wonderous ideals you set out here. Thanks for the light at the end of the tunnel. Guatama buddha would be happy to see another purging desires and understanding his way.
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wonderful!
I absoulutly love this!! I was drawn to the title it's perfect for this piece! I enjoyed reiandg it very very much and look forward to reading more of your work! -
Your words have become pure gems.. nearly as rare as diamonds. It's awesome to see your words again.. and the peaceful feel of them. I love it. Welcome back.
Red
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such a person is so lucky to have you in her life...this is an amazing poem, i wish i could explain how i feel exactly, but it is just so stunning
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Ferg...my daughter would bound into the little art gallery were I worked, regarding all the Buddha icons there and worble..."Buddhabuddhaaaaa, Buddha!! ALL BUDDHA ALL THE TIME--THIS IS YOUR NONSTOP BUDDHA CONNECTION NETWORK!" Thanks for bringing that back to me
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This is wonderful. And your craft has grown so in the telling. Glorious expansion. -
This is awesome! Your Daughter is so lucky to have a father like you... I must say I'm a bit jealous to say the least...
An amazing write though... it touches a very personal part of my own life. I absolutely loved it! As Anasuya said, there are too many lines that are my favorite to repeat to you.... Keep up the great work... I hope pray for continued happiness and prosperity in life for you and your daughter.
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wow this was really good i liked how you signified this was about you you did a really good job
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I'm not sure if you did "human ness" on purpose.. However, in the case of "insinuendo"...I kind of thought that you would combine two words to make this, but please note that it's not 'inuendo', it's "innuendo". Just that!
Good luck to you and your writing. May your creative well of thought never dry up!
Cheers!
abernaith -
It's a very peaceful poem. Although I think your English spelling needs a bit more polishing, somehow I feel the message of your poem transcends barriers of conventional writing and communication. There is peace to be gained from reading this, as well as insight into balancing harmoniously one's life and obtaining spiritual satisfaction. Good work.
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i love ur poem it give a very good impact of Lord Buddha
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Seeing as how I have a massive Buddha statue in my bedroom, among others, this resonates with me quite well. I loved the imagery, which was creative and/or fresh. The form, short lines, were appealing, though I gotta say how annoying center-alignment is for me. lol. Beautiful work. Too many favorite lines to bother repeating them all back to you, when you obviously know what you've written.
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Excellent
Lovely, Henri, and she is so very fortunate in so many ways.
So many of the lines just stand out. Read this several times and could not help but think how a loving father influences the woman the daughter becomes. Beautiful.
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