What Is Waiting There To Be

Roger Sampson
Author: Roger Sampson
Word Count: 230
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There is toward the East
in Heaven, a lake,
where angels gather
to tell tales about those
whom they watch and care for.
With each story sung,
wings are spread
and they dance joyously about
in tribute, for whom they love.

In the North, a bell tolls
as a new festival begins
in celebration of the little ones,
new in nature, forever to be
cherished by love’s Founder.
Eyes now brightly clinging
to colours never seen before,
as lights move gently floating,
to be touched and kept as gifts.

There is toward the West
in Heaven, gardens and fields
nestled amongst brooks
of deep blue water, springing
dreams of calming peace.
There, many dwell in a season
unending, pondering on delightful
marvels, new and pristine
in each turn of the way.

In the South, there are gates
adorned with names of wondrous
adventures, each giving entrance
to paths of untold splendor
to sojourn in thought and time.
After each journey, a memory
is left to be seen by others,
so as to enjoy what was felt
by the goodness experienced.

There is at the very center
in Heaven, a tree who’s light
permeates to fill every eye
and heart, leaving a glow
never ceasing, lasting forever.
No fence or border surrounds it,
so all may eat of its plentiful fruit,
given freely out of pure
perfect, unconditional love.

What Is Waiting There To Be

A place to be – - if one can but see
Imagining home – - for eternity
May we all be there.

What Is Waiting There To Be belongs to the following groups:

Complex Simplicity of Art, All Things Poetic, Artistic, Philosophical, Bits and Pieces , BubbleMania, Freedom to Shine, Graphic Scratch, Happy Haven, Live, Love, Dream, Living Christianity and Masterpieces: Literary Workshop
  • Sally Omar

    Sally Omar, 9 months ago

    Roger, This is absolutely beautiful..Sally xxoo

  • LisaG

    LisaG, 9 months ago

    Beautifully written….this piece is so very comforting, inspiring and joyous….

  • Marylamb

    Marylamb, 9 months ago

    Lovely piece, very well written.

  • loramae

    loramae, 9 months ago

    Roger…this writing pricks a heart with longing…One blessed day! Now if you could just let me close my eyes while you read this I could probably see our eternal home…;o)

  • Judi Taylor

    Judi Taylor, 9 months ago

    Oh dear … you have melted me … And I long to see home again. The stole away the memory of it and put it into these words. So soft and flowing. I want hide in the East of Heaven and watch the gathering of Angels. I want to attend the festival in the North. I want to stick my toes in the brooks of the West then travel to the South and slide open the gate. Then sit on the branch of the center tree and look out over heaven from the treetop ….....

  • Justin Flower

    Justin Flower, 9 months ago

    Beautiful and serene. Paints a lovely picture. Writing that warms the heart and challenges the imagination. Loved it.

  • Symmetry44

    Symmetry44, 9 months ago

    Best piece yet by far Roger…as close to perfection as one could ever hope to create.

  • sadeyedpoet

    sadeyedpoet, 9 months ago

    Beautiful Roger, somehow it comforts me and I feel it in my heart. LOVE IT AND YOU!!!!

  • Rosalie Dale IPA

    Rosalie Dale IPA, 9 months ago

    You blow me away my friend – thank you!!!
    Now to return the inspiration – but it may take time … !!

  • knightingail

    knightingail, 9 months ago

    it’s REALLY heart warming!! =) Lovely lovely piece =)

  • budrfli

    budrfli, 9 months ago

    wow! to be with our Lord!in that place!

  • Melissa Sampson

    Melissa Sampson, 9 months ago

    This gave me goose bumps!! I can see and feel it so well and I can’t wait to be there!

  • Hala E

    Hala E, 9 months ago

    This piece is just stunning….. what a beautiful place – I can’t wait to get there too….............

  • onegoodgirl

    onegoodgirl, 9 months ago

    I like that you don’t let your words get in the way of one another. With such light and ethereal ideas it would be easy (and tragic) to be clumsy, but you manage to walk lightly, to speak from the page softly. It gives me the feeling of having peeked over an angel’s shoulder.

  • Pagly2

    Pagly2, 8 months ago

    That place is inside everyone of us….............you just need to find it…..................
    there is a candle on the bench to help you find your way…............

  • SharonD

    SharonD, 8 months ago

    This is beautiful.

  • sastro

    sastro, 8 months ago

    Lovely

  • Pagly2

    Pagly2, 8 months ago

    Many will go to the various places North….South…East…and West… there is another place….
    Where it is quiet….and soft…...and peaceful….where the weary souls who need to rest can find strength and wisdom….....and understanding …... before returning to fulfill the tasks appointed to them…......renewed and invigorated….......replenished….....where their Souls can be refilled with Love….... compassion…..and HOPE…..

  • PhotogeniquE IPA

    PhotogeniquE IPA, 8 months ago

    conjures up wonderful images

  • bamagirl38

    bamagirl38, 5 months ago

    My Dearest Roger,
    I am speechless… As we all so very well know, this is a rare occurence for the Bamagal ! :) Your words hold meaning that surpasses all space and time…...... Its much deeper than words could ever express written on a keyboard… for me, You have truly touched my heart my friend….... You are so talented….... So Special…..... SO…....... Well, I dont even know how to word it…... YOU ARE ONE OF A KIND MY FRIEND! May You be blessed all the days of your life and may you always Live, Love, Dream and be happy !!!!!!!!! Dance like there is no tomorrow my friend!!!!!!! You my dear precious man, are special indeed…..... From one Southerner to another…......

    YOU ROCK !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
    WOOOOOOOOOOOOOO HOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO BABY!!!!!!!!!!!!!
    There it is lol, thats what I was looking for !
    Love you!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
    Bonita :)

  • webbie

    webbie, 4 months ago

    You are so right Roger, I’m glad I read this tonight…It maded me glad I know Him ..
    He is my delight.So heart felt Roger…I truely love this…God knows your heart..and He loves you.
    I can tell by the light that shines from your words..
    Gods Blessing be on you and all that you Love Roger:)

  • Kimberlolly

    Kimberlolly, 3 months ago

    Wow! Gorgeous imagery! It’s neat to see how others envision heaven!

  • liliana

    liliana, 13 days ago

    This has truly touched my heart…..so beautiful, serene and joyous. An inspiring treasure of peace and love….... glorious! :))

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