Strength
A FEATURED WORK
“Strength” – An International Collaboration
Image and layout by: Lilith – Netherlands
Poem by: Leon A. Walker – United States
Thank you Lilith for lending me your wonderful talents in creating this beautiful piece of work. You are amazing!!!
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Strength belongs to the following groups:
! 100% !, "Poetry and Beautiful Women" , A Spiritual Walk, All Things Poetic, Artistic, Philosophical, Art Inspired by Dreams, Core [C.O.R.E], Creative Inspirations - [2pw], Deep Within, Everyday Life, Freedom In Words & Art, Masterpieces: Literary Workshop, Something To Say, Spiritual Art, Spreadin' Peace , The beauty of poetry and United StatesLift away the craggy stone of suffering
Command yourself to stand
There exists no lifelong crippling malady
Belief in fear and flaw fuel hollow obsessions
Beware all who celebrate such insanities
Cast out charlatans who charm serpents of sickness
The gods do not conspire to pain you
A universe of awe paints the canvass to your desire
You alone must become mistress or master
The messenger delivering sparkling miracles
Wielding wondrous power from your inner light
Embrace your immunity to frailty
Accept only the destiny of your making
You may sleep restlessly in the desert of despair
Or walk happily through lush green landscapes of life
To cower in the dark memory of one moonless night
You remain blind to a wealth of wonder
Fix your gaze on a luminous blanket of stars
It is there that visions of resilience and wonder reside
Take first wary steps in the warmth of the sun
That we the loving may reach for you
And in time you may reach for many
In this you will find both purpose and peace
And in this you will find your strength
L. A. Walker
Tempe
Lisa Jewell
I too am smiling…..
Inspirational writing :)))
Shoaib .
this is like a series of epic quotes
love it
mrscarlotta
Brilliant Leon, good to see you again xxx
H M Bascom
We are all stronger than we think. Excellent Leon. Just excellent!
Marion Cullen
Oh my! If only we could all take these words on board, what a world it would be.
It is good to see you back Leon. :-)
Paul (Quixote)...
As always, a well written piece, effective and direct.
Sally Omar
A thought provoking piece..written with perfection…as always!!!!!! xooxoxoxo
Del Millar
Amen. This is gorgeous, encouraging, a great piece of writing on self belief.
JenniferB
sigh… you are quite the wordsmith Leon, beautifully crafted! :-)
blackvixen
IMPECABLE WRITTING!!!!! i loved your every line…..
Elf Evans
Amen!
michael byerley
very powerful in feelings and beautiful in idea and expression !!!
Vicki Ferrari
Awe inspiring, I could feel a surge of hope run stronger and stronger through my soul as I read each line! (thank you Leon! thank you!)
Isa Rodriguez
Leon Walker replied
Thank you Ish and the Inspired Art Group!!!
Leon Walker
Thank you Isa and all of the hosts of the group!!! Thank you very much and also to everyone here who took time to appreciate this work and comment!
Pete Costick
Wonerdful piece of writing Leon, great expression here.
Astoreth
Beautiful Leon and your words so resonated with my soul. Beautiful words for everyone. xx
Impassioned
Beautiful!
ToastedGhost
You empower me with warmth and strength
Thank you!
-Lilith-
Uplifting… I will remember it.
Congrats on your features Leon!
Shanna S.
I truly love your writing, and the message in this poem is such a positive powerful one. Beautifully written Leon. : )
RuthFroehlinger
Wow,, you have said it all -
“Cast out charlatans who charm serpents of sickness
The gods do not conspire to pain you
A universe of awe paints the canvass to your desire
You alone must become mistress or master”
OMG this is such so perfect and true and absolutely brilliant. I love it.
linaji
you amaze me Leon..xoxoxo
Ellen Price
Brilliant Leon, Its good to see you writting again :-)
Rhenastarr
Congrats on your features. This piece is so very deserving of the honors.
Del Millar
very nice Leon, cogratulations too
Tony Ryan
Very true and inspiring writing.
Shoaib .
awesome writing leon
Marlo11
Stunning Leon. An instant favorite, and yet on each reading there is something more to be gained. This is truely inspired. Beautiful. Thank you for writing and sharing it. Cheers. :)
Marlo11
P.S. congratulations on the very well deserved features. :)
Emmahleee
Leon, you continue to inspire me.
You are one of the few people whose work can totally take me away and I am so blessed to have met such a talented man
MarkezzAckui ...
What a collab! This writing should be read by all….I wish you continued success and hope you are able to expose this piece as much as possible. I love that the two of you would share this. This one is meant to be.
wigs
great expression Leon, wonderful work again and an excellent collaboration… well done both, and congrats on the features too…. most deserved
autumnwind
Wow, talk about inspiring! Awesome collaboration. Congrats on your most well deserved features too! Love, Shar
aaronschwartz
wise and inspirational words!
MelanieSpeaks
Powerful writing Leon…great collaboration!
Cee Neuner
Absolutely awesome…..and so very true
Aurora Pintore
EXCELLENT POEM LEON !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
newyorknancy
“command yourself to stand” – i just love that line. well written Leon.
April Mansilla
this made me feel happy …and that is something;)
Christie Moses
This is so inspirational and I am wondering how on earth I missed it? AWEsome Leon :) We are all in charge of our own happiness and we all choose the path we take. Love C xoxo
Sarah ORourke
Insightful & Inspirational Leon… your talent to speak the often unspoken truths is amazing… thankyou :)
wingsoffire
An uplifting and strong voice with profound words spoken. We control the reins in our own lives and have to make our own way. Excellent piece.
Trenchtownrock
Very strong writing from you Leon..I am glad to have met up with your work..one love.
Caroline Evans...
congratulations! for the feature!
Ty Beach
You alone must become mistress or master – L.A. Walker…. I love it!!!!
KEITH R. WILL...
excellent
hsien-ku
insightful and evocative words, almost a set of aphorisms. your imagery is so rich – i was with you until the final word.
happyfeet5
Full of inspiration. Wonderful writing. Yes, we could live in misery or live full of faith, hope and know that even if we are down, we are able to stand back on our own two feet. Thanks for sharing and letting us know that we are our own strength. Iris
newyorknancy
Fix your gaze on a luminous blanket of stars – pure magic Leon.
Karin Taylor
yes, yes, yes, wonderfully written…. it went straight to my heart….thank you ~ !
Rhenastarr
Brilliant collaboration my friend. Strong in image and words. You as always are an exceptional writer. Congrats on your well deserved features.
Cassidy JK (Ra...
So well done!
annamora
your words here are brilliant, Leon …
.. have been re-reading this many times by now :)
yvonca
so wise an exhortation. I thank you for these words and take them to heart.
x
cosimopiro
Transcending. Love your work
EnderWiggins
“who charm serpents of sickness” Great line! Congrats on the features love your poems.
autumnwind
wow Leon! so sorry I am missed this until now. powerful message, beautiful writing!!! your own inner light shines through and makes us all believe. just glorious!!! love, shar xoxoxo
cosimopiro
Inspirational stuff Leon. Too many lines to pick from…all beautiful. A lovely read.