Gossamer Wings
I may be the only one that can see her gossamer wings unfurled
But surely others know an angel when she arrives in their midst
The silent silky sounds of tenderness for me a thundering boom
Even among the quiet noise of a hundred thousand beating hearts
Her smile delights both the child and the aging man inside of me
Filling me with her devotion that flows from deep mellowness
A touch so silky smooth, so delicate, far more than I deserve
I melt within her arms to become the one I can only be with her
Her thread to me ascends well above this daydream called earth
To an ethereal world which her soul must surely be at home
I often watch the iridescent glow left behind as she moves about
In hope others know the happiness of a companion such as this
If this a taste of heaven, then I am truly blessed to expect no less
My faith is strengthened daily just knowing she is there for me
I feel the warmth of grace reflected from her natural radiance
As translucence slowly flutters towards her castle in the air
I follow its trail now well worn deep from our Sacrament
called marriage, knowing we do what God has asked of us
Two can reach this union where matter is no longer needed
Because love has found its way without the need for sense
Ok, I admit it, I love my wife, but maybe you already knew that!
For further reflection: The dialogue of St. Catherine of Sienna
Additional Thoughts about my Poetry
I believe my writing fits snugly into the category of grounded mystical Christian theology. I have studied, written, and spiritually and physically applied this practical concept in my life for nearly two decades. I have never seen or participated in what some might call a vision or phenomenon. However, I appreciate that they may be a reality for the person or group, and God has provided them with deep consolation. For me, consolation is the beginning of a two-way relationship with God.
My own experiences are more intellectual in nature because I lean toward engineering and science. The reality for me is that God is always present because we are his tabernacles. We constantly miss His surfacing of lighter than a feather touch because we are a physical people. We talk about opening our hearts to this love, but technically, our intellect gets in the way. I have been trying to prove this virtually every day for well over a decade by documenting what I believe are grounded mystical thoughts in various ways.
The tragedy of 9/11 was a significant transformative moment in my spiritual life because of a first hand experience. I am re-dedicating the thoughts and prayers associated with my Christian Poetry to all those affected.
Would you like to contribute related thoughts to these reflections of the contemplative material of this Web-based ministry? Do you see God’s grandeur everywhere and unconditionally enjoy sharing the love of Christ that you have inside? Are you willing to be anonymous in what you would share? If so, email me.
Prayer for young families:
Lord, let the young families of our communities get to know your joy, peace, comfort, and love despite the world’s distractions.
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Peace,
Jerry