When I open my eyes
I see the God of the skies
Of the wind and the moon
Of the song in a tune
When I open my eyes
I see a world which is wise
With the planets and stars
Universe stretching far
When I open my eyes
It is when I realize
Heaven is at our hands
Not with silly demands
When I open my eyes
I'm not concerned with my size
Of my haves and haves nots
Or what others have got
When I open my eyes
I'm no longer paralyzed
By my hate and distrust
Nor by pride nor disgust
When I open my eyes
I know that God knows I try
Everything that I see
Shows the God that's in me
Please tell me what you think
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awesome, andy
ur good at writing poems
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i love it!
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I try to keep my eyes shut up tight there are so many things in this world that just get to me great write keep doing well
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Hi!
I don't spend much time at Allpoetry anymore. I spend most of my time at Storywrite, now. I nearly missed your comment.
I'm pleased you like this poem. Thanks for reading and commenting. I appreciate it.
I think there is much more good to be seen than bad. I guess the main thing is perspective.
Andy
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Terrific write. We should all try to open our eyes, shouldn't we? I love the words of this poem, how you made it flow so beautifully and how the rhythm bounced me down the page. Really love the first verse. That had a wonderful sense of 'yes' to it. Great job. I'll be back for more.
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Thanks
Thanks for readiing, commenting, and all the applause.
It is so easy to forget to see the majesty of all that exists. I'm so often guilty of going along trapped in the humdrum of daily problems and being blind to all the wonders of the world from the smallest sub atomic particle to the whole of the universe. It is wise to see beyond myself and the human made world to the reality of God that is so much greater.
Andy
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Excellent
We completely agree.
Right away I can see,
As if it was meant to be,
You think just like me!
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Be Blessed Andy
When I opened My Eyes
I saw butterflies
lined along border
Yet not one there flies
Words written horizontally
Purple flowers seeeking blue skies
Butterflies gathered vertically
When I opened my eyes
When I closed my eyes
For Andy I said a prayer
Poetic blessings to share
In poetic lullabies
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I like the poem, not exactly my style, im more darkly scary. But your write is good,Thumbs up
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Thanks
Thanks for reading and commenting. I appreciate it. I'm glad you like my poem. If you are into dark and scary, perhaps you would like some of the poems and stories in this list:
http://allpoetry.com/list/20357-Monsters--Demons--and-Villains
I spend most of my time at Storywrite these days. If you would like to read some of my Stories or say hello, you'll find me there.
Andy
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I really like this poem. It is a good reflection of what you would see inside of yourself if you're a God fearing person
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Thanks
I'm very pleased that you like this poem. I feel the flow is a little rough in spots, but it does convey some of my beliefs about God. I see God everywhere and in all things. I'm a pantheist, atomist, and a truist. I believe that everyone's experience with God and existence is different. Thanks for reading and commenting.
Andy
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amazing.
Andy,
As usual, your words strike me almost speechless. I have found it it hard to come upon someone who has the same thoughts and opinions as I do. As far as I know, we share alot of the same ideas.
This poem has put words to the thoughts I've tried to convey. You seem to be good at that.
As always, I enjoy reading your work, and hope you continue on with the talent you obviously have.
-x-
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I'm very pleased that you like this poem. So we think alike? That's a good thing, I hope. I hope you are doing well. Thanks for reading, commenting, and all the applause. I think it is very nice of you.
Andy
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So many things happen when one open's their eyes, and you have certainly espounded on quite a few of them here in these lines. Easy to read and understand.
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Thanks for readiing and commenting. I appreciate it. I hope you like this poem. God is so evident to me that it surprises me that everyone doesn't see God.
Andy
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This is beautiful write. It is not only a song to God and His glory, but also the knowing that He is there. I enjoyed the 'refrain' "When I open my eyes" - it made me stop to think as I read. One can only write the final stanza if this is true within - and this I can know from your very sincere poem. Good luck in the contest. FransB.
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Thanks
When I have my eyes open, I see God in all things. At those times I find existence absolutely amazing. Thanks for reading and commenting. I appreciate it.
Andy
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So happy you have opened your eyes. We all need to do that more often and see what is really important. Yes, I think God sees you try.
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Nice of you to read me.
I'm over at Storywrite much more than I am here, but I decided to have a go at a couple of contests today.
I believe that God is in all things and we can see God if only we look.
Almost a year now with no fags. Thanks for reading me.
Andy
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