‘I will rise’
Some days..
part of me longs to break free
become unshackled from the earth
shake off dust, soil and toil
relinquish all but new birth
Maybe..
I will gather galaxies, bathe
in a sparkling sea of stars
or journey to other planets
visit Venus, Jupiter or Mars
stride unhindered over mountain peaks
sneak a view in a volcano or two
dive into indigo oceans deep
and climb pathways high and steep
One day..
these limbs will move and lift with ease
and pain will be a mystery
I will rise sky-high, out of sight,
as a balloon flies swift and
bright, then disappears from view
I may..
begin floating near eternal Light
my eyes watching years unravelling
like string, to pull me back
or draw me in, while I’m
travelling closer to You
©JoyLenton2014
“We know that when these bodies of ours are taken down like tents.. they will be replaced by resurrection bodies in heaven.. Sometimes we can hardly wait to move ~ and so we cry out in frustration… The Spirit of God whets our appetite by giving us a taste of what’s ahead. He puts a little of heaven in our hearts so that we’ll never settle for less” ~ 2 Corinthians 5:1-2, 4-5 (The Message)
Linking here with Beth, Holley and Jennifer. You are very welcome to join in.
Poetry Joy 
Beautiful imagery!
Thank you, Amy! It’s amazing what can happen when we let our imagination take us places, isn’t it? Bless you for stopping by, friend. 🙂
So beautiful, Joy. Makes me long for that day…
Trudy, I do believe you’ve picked up on my own soul’s longing here. Our hearts are made for heaven. 🙂 x
Joy! This is so, so beautiful.
How in love with Him you are, and the way He speaks through you. It’s pure joy.
It’s the beautiful kind of sad that rightly reminds me of both temporary and eternal. So thank you! Such a gift.
Hi Elise. It’s good to see you here. Your words bless and encourage me. I am truly grateful to be able to express these things poetically. Definitely a gift from God! 🙂
Hi Joy! What a gorgeous reflection on freedom in the spirit….and wishing that for the body too. I love the images you paint, who wouldn’t want to walk with the stars? And pain will be a mystery…beautiful.
Thank you for this little cove of peace and freedom today 🙂
Blessings,
Ceil
Ceil, I’m so pleased you could relate to my poetic imaginings. Maybe we will walk together with the stars? Have a blessed weekend. 🙂 x
Agreeing with Ceil. You paint a beautiful image here, Joy. I love your poems. They are a wondeful reflection of your love for Him. Thank you for sharing with Three Word Wednesday. Blessings. xoxo
Thank you, Beth, what a kind thing to say! It’s an honour and privlege to share with Three Word Wednesday. Have a blessed weekend, friend. 🙂 x
You’re such a beautiful soul, Joy. Thank you for sharing.
Jennifer, I would say that it takes one to know one, and you truly are a beautiful soul! Thank you for stopping by to encourage me. I’m so blessed by your visit. 🙂 x
Love this all the way to heaven and back! 🙂
Ha ha.. great comment, Jane! Thanks very much for taking time to read this. I love your post too. God bless you, friend. 🙂 x