For some of us it seems the process of letting go
Leaves claw marks on the walls of the soul.
And yet,
Letting go…
It’s all so simple really
Yielding to those doors open to us
With warrior’s wisdom
Surrendering to higher purpose
Where obstacles become transparent
The divine paradox
Not letting go when it’s gone
Is holding on to an invisible thread
Attached to pinnings bereft of promise
Leaping off into air
Laced with delusion
Defying gravity
As if you could
So embrace your angels
Choose to see them
Choose to be them
Forge your demons
Into spiritual resolve
To spiral to a higher vibration
You already know the way
The path is free to wander
If your heart is true
And your intentions are pure
You will do no wrong.
Copyright © Henri Ferguson 2003
Author notes
In conversation with one of my closest friends she spoke these words to me “For some of us it seems the process of letting go leaves claw marks”, those words stopped me in my tracks with their visual impact. I immediately jotted them down in my journal for future reference. Those words tumbled within for days before taking shape in a stream of thought that culminated in this poem.
Written December 23rd, 2003
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I like this
It reads well almost like a mantra - good read
thank you
T
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I am reading this at a crucial point in my healing process. Letting go seems to be the most difficult for me. I think I am wanting some kind of justice and apology. The irony of that though, is that I know and have accepted that my abusers are not capable of giving me this. I am ready to as you say, " spiral to a higher vibration." You have touched me deeply with this write. Blessings, Patty
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Not letting go when it’s gone
Is holding on to an invisible thread
Attached to pinnings bereft of promise
Leaping off into air
Laced with delusion
Defying gravity
As if you could
So aptly put. This was just great to read. It is refreshing to see such blunt honesty wrapped up so nicely. Your writing shows great resolve in its acceptance of what the soul must go through.
It is said that life and its lessons are always simple. They may not be easy, but they ARE always simple.
I am definately adding yoou to my favs so I can read more when I have more time. Thank you for sharing here.
Mike -
Excellente
This is lovely but letting go is a difficult process indeed. I love this poem because it is clear and concise. Lovely write. Thanks for sharing.
, PB
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excellent
have you been eavesdropping on my thoughts, h? whoa. this resonates very deeply in me, as well. for where else in the grand scheme of human spiritual experience shall we be headed? is there any other destination? i think not.
truth, exquisitely expressed, always speaks loudest. remind me to bring my earplugs next time, or turn down my "hearing aid"
*smile*
bonnie -
This one touched a nerve with it's truth...I just had to come and read it again.
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Henri I am here!
How this poem brought to mind my own claws in the past....the "beating a dead horse to death sort of denial end of relationship" that I have committed myself to before.....and the strength and wisdom that grew out of that visual to enlighten us all with....
This was really a positive, strengthening, thought-evocative masterpiece to read and I shall be bookmarking it this instant.
Much Respect,
Sarah aka rhiannon 11 -
Truly inspirational.
I have so many claw marks, I need blood transfusions!
You should post this for tormented souls, like those late night writers. -
ferg~
Hey nice work! I enjoyed reading this!
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Henri, It is good to be able to read your work again. The tone of this poem is inspiring, in that, it reminds us that we can find peace in letting go and "spiral to a higher vibration." The first two lines grabbed my attention - the last two stanzas really pulled it all together nicely. Profound bit of writing, Henri. Kind regards - Helen.
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Bravo!
" defying gravity , as if you could..." Well put Ferg. Isn't it amazing how try as we might to learn these things we find ourselves ever the student. I particularly enjoyed the last lines , " if your heart is pure and your intentions are true...". I find often that one must truely evaluate intention , for it is this wind which directs our sails .Well done. -
ah, but that invisible thread can be so strong
and when it is so tightly and smoothly wrapped around one
it can lead to false comfort
sometimes it can take years
to unravel the twisted thread
and when the tangle is finally undone
it becomes so very difficult to discard
you speak with the vision of a wiseman of old
and the words of a true poet
bravo henri -
Amazing!!
The wording used here is just awesome. It flows like satin and yet has a darkly intense and brooding quality to it but doesnt come across as pretentious. Its effortless writing and beautiful imagery woven in a to a perfect piece. You have a real talent. I am sorry if this sounds a little gushy. I am rarely this taken with someone's work and writing style (my comments can be a little dry) but this really made me step back.
You are going on my favourites!! I can't wait for more work!!
Look after yourself,
Nate... -
I learned a new word today, Henri...tho, not the correct spelling I'm sure...but in Sanscrit it is Hari Boll....say the Name of God...
Say the Name of all that is Sacred, say the Name of Love, Henri...you are a dear soul, and your words are so wise...thank you for them...
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Happy New Year Henri..
An extremely inspirational read - makes me hang my head in shame at the times I have lived an illusion...suppose it is easier to live seeing what we choose - as opposed to the way things actually are...makes life more bearable for some...online relationships spring to mind in the first instance...
Such an upbeat and optimistic write...food for thought as ever...the last stanza was my fave...hope to see more work posted in the near future !
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Some people come into our lives
and leave their mark upon our heart~
And when they leave
often it's hard to say a goodbye~
But letting go is like
Being set free~
Like a kiss left on my pillow
gone by the cobwebs of yesterday~
A wonderful write~
you can't go wrong~if your heart is true~
Smiles~~Emma
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Henri, it's nice to read your poetry again. I really appreciate the tone to this piece. The process of 'letting go' is definitely a quest I have been pursuing...but not because I feel that we should go on in life without remembering the shadows and sorrows of our past, (we must learn to accept and embrace them), but simply because it can lead to, as you say, a surrendering to higher purpose, to life. Thank you.
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Excellent poem, Henri! (so good to read a new one by you!) I have come to the same conclusion...letting go is a wise thing to do when you can't come up with one good reason for hanging on. You're right...you can't go wrong if your heart is true!
Wishing you a Happy, Peaceful New Year,
<3 Maureen
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Beyond Good!
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the opening lines and second to the last stanza were my favorites - good to see something new from you my friend - this is really good writing - something to ponder for a while - Happy Holidays Henri ~ Peace, Brian
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After reading this work and the comments that followed, I realized I had a bit different take on this than some. I looked at letting go as not necessarily letting go of something negative in our life, but perhaps letting go of the things that cannot grow and be independent as long as we are clinging to it. Letting go of our children when they reach the age where they should be able to stand on their own was a big one for me, for instance. But there is always letting go of old grudges when they are hurting nobody but ourselves, letting go of old ideas and biases that have so much power over our actions. Letting go means so many things and yes, we hold on so tight sometimes, we are white-knuckled and stubborn as hell when it comes to loosening our grip. Wonderful piece, Henri, should be required reading for everyone here. Lots of different applications, I think. Nice to see more of your work.. keep it coming.
~ becky
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if Cohen's quest is to wrestle with beauty, it's capture and release, then for Ferg the quest calls for conquering angst and seeking peace. namaste, friend. Happy Christmas in the Cayman's should you still be there! May the coming year be filled with more moments of repose than wrestling.
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I agree with Kelly Bravo!! Good, no great point! I want to copy this for someone I know. Hey thanks for posting a new poem.
Happiness is a choice too many don't get that.
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Dearest Henri
How intense and deep all of your poems delve into the soul ...! How beautiful you have put together the interdynamics of life itself, as it becomes manifest within the adaptation to the losses and the gains of the heart! This write described the process of meaningful growth - meaningful, because some growth may be cancerous and destructive, leaving claw marks on all interrelated souls. I can only applaud you for your insight; for your sensitivity, for your completeness in thought and in execution thereof. And for touching so many with your singing soul and voice.
Did you feel some kissing on both cheeks? That's me!
Myra
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Leaves claw marks on the walls of whose soul? His or mine?
A particularly astute write.. One that unfortunately we seem to battle against rather than embrace all too often. OR maybe...its just we have a penchant for picking at scabs...and claw marks..do scab over.
Nice to see a new one my friend...
Happy Holidays...
Mary ann -
It tore my sole
Once I was clawing at my soul's walls while ordering food at Burger King. When the girl ringing me up suddenly shrieked upon seeing my inner force momentarilly claw right through the wall, breaking a nail, and melting all of the shakes in the restaurant simultaneously. Then from the tear in my soul's wall a high pressure gas began releasing. Tossing my ragged body through the restaurant like a deflating balloon, deflating. It was all rather discombobulating to say the least. And i had to see a therapist
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awsome
hey i love this very emotional write....Zoey -
BRAVO!!!!!! This is just the strength bullet I needed, and I can relate here in such a powerful way that I almost feel numb. And, how right you are! Yes! Letting go doesn't always involve a spouse, but sometimes, and most general for me, that involves letting go of people who have been closest to me such as a friend who betrayed me, or even a blood relative, or two . . . Because, like you said, it just becomes a thread; there's nothing there, so what is the sense in wasting your energy on a relationship that is never going to be at all anyhow? This makes perfect sense. Nor does one have to be hateful in the "letting go" process, as it can be a matter of avoiding, unless you are questioned as to your absence of late. Even then, one can be calm, patient, and kind while providing honest words delivered in such a manner as to leave no doubt. And, if hateful, spiteful words fly at you from the one you're letting go, just walk away, and don't look back. There is a time . . . You not only showed the way, but you provided practical advice, on an emotional level and with genuine truth! Thank you. Love, light and peace!--Kel
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Excellent
Just like you "For some of us it seems the process of letting go leaves claw marks". I have been there and not known how to describe and your friend and you so simply have. The poem is complemented by your Author's comment. MERRY CHRISTMAS AND HAPPY NEW YEAR
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