Strength

Leon  Walker
Author: Leon Walker
Word Count: 189
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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!!!

You can find more of Lilith’s work here at:
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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 States

Lift 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

    Tempe

    • smiles – perfect.
  • Lisa  Jewell

    Lisa Jewell

    I too am smiling…..

    Inspirational writing :)))

  • Shoaib .

    Shoaib .

    this is like a series of epic quotes

    love it

  • mrscarlotta

    mrscarlotta

    Brilliant Leon, good to see you again xxx

  • H M Bascom

    H M Bascom

    We are all stronger than we think. Excellent Leon. Just excellent!

  • Marion  Cullen

    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) Alleyne

    Paul (Quixote)...

    As always, a well written piece, effective and direct.

  • Sally Omar

    Sally Omar

    A thought provoking piece..written with perfection…as always!!!!!! xooxoxoxo

  • Del Millar

    Del Millar

    Amen. This is gorgeous, encouraging, a great piece of writing on self belief.

  • JenniferB

    JenniferB

    sigh… you are quite the wordsmith Leon, beautifully crafted! :-)

  • blackvixen

    blackvixen

    IMPECABLE WRITTING!!!!! i loved your every line…..

  • Elf Evans

    Elf Evans

    Amen!

  • michael byerley

    michael byerley

    very powerful in feelings and beautiful in idea and expression !!!

  • Vicki Ferrari

    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

    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

    Pete Costick

    Wonerdful piece of writing Leon, great expression here.

  • Astoreth

    Astoreth

    Beautiful Leon and your words so resonated with my soul. Beautiful words for everyone. xx

  • Impassioned

    Impassioned

    Beautiful!

  • ToastedGhost

    ToastedGhost

    You empower me with warmth and strength
    Thank you!

  • -Lilith-

    -Lilith-

    Uplifting… I will remember it.
    Congrats on your features Leon!

  • Shanna S.

    Shanna S.

    I truly love your writing, and the message in this poem is such a positive powerful one. Beautifully written Leon. : )

  • RuthFroehlinger

    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

    linaji


    you amaze me Leon..xoxoxo

  • Ellen  Price

    Ellen Price

    Brilliant Leon, Its good to see you writting again :-)

  • Rhenastarr

    Rhenastarr

    Congrats on your features. This piece is so very deserving of the honors.

  • Del Millar

    Del Millar

    very nice Leon, cogratulations too

  • Tony Ryan

    Tony Ryan

    Very true and inspiring writing.

  • Shoaib .

    Shoaib .

    awesome writing leon

  • Marlo11

    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

    Marlo11

    P.S. congratulations on the very well deserved features. :)

  • Emmahleee

    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 ...

    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

    wigs

    great expression Leon, wonderful work again and an excellent collaboration… well done both, and congrats on the features too…. most deserved

  • autumnwind

    autumnwind

    Wow, talk about inspiring! Awesome collaboration. Congrats on your most well deserved features too! Love, Shar

  • aaronschwartz

    aaronschwartz

    wise and inspirational words!

  • MelanieSpeaks

    MelanieSpeaks

    Powerful writing Leon…great collaboration!

  • Cee Neuner

    Cee Neuner

    Absolutely awesome…..and so very true

  • Aurora Pintore

    Aurora Pintore

    EXCELLENT POEM LEON !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  • newyorknancy

    newyorknancy

    “command yourself to stand” – i just love that line. well written Leon.

  • April Mansilla

    April Mansilla

    this made me feel happy …and that is something;)

  • Christie  Moses

    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

    Sarah ORourke

    Insightful & Inspirational Leon… your talent to speak the often unspoken truths is amazing… thankyou :)

  • wingsoffire

    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

    Trenchtownrock

    Very strong writing from you Leon..I am glad to have met up with your work..one love.

  • Caroline Evans (caux)

    Caroline Evans...

    congratulations! for the feature!

  • Ty Beach

    Ty Beach

    You alone must become mistress or master – L.A. Walker…. I love it!!!!

  • KEITH  R. WILLIAMS

    KEITH R. WILL...

    excellent

  • hsien-ku

    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

    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

    newyorknancy

    Fix your gaze on a luminous blanket of stars – pure magic Leon.

  • Karin  Taylor

    Karin Taylorcommunity helper

    yes, yes, yes, wonderfully written…. it went straight to my heart….thank you ~ !

  • Rhenastarr

    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 Or Emraeh)

    Cassidy JK (Ra...

    So well done!

  • annamora

    annamora

    your words here are brilliant, Leon …
    .. have been re-reading this many times by now :)

  • yvonca

    yvonca

    so wise an exhortation. I thank you for these words and take them to heart.
    x

  • cosimopiro

    cosimopiro

    Transcending. Love your work

  • EnderWiggins

    EnderWiggins

    “who charm serpents of sickness” Great line! Congrats on the features love your poems.

  • autumnwind

    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

    cosimopiro

    Inspirational stuff Leon. Too many lines to pick from…all beautiful. A lovely read.

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