The First Stirrings

The First Stirrings                 Sami Khalil

An English sonnet

 

The first stirrings were a mothers’ own love

The spark of life given in children’s hearts

Preceded by a gentle promise from above

Sanguine of red faces scouted in arts.

 

The second stirrings were that of learning

Setting the sights and all senses head on

Disavowing notions of tired yearning

To know of self and how the world is done.

 

The third stirrings were Valentines’ romance

 A blithe spirit and varied hot passions

Robust singing of forest walks and chance

Colors, aromas gather without sanctions.

 

The fourth stirrings were that of own death

Land grabbing bodies in sickness or health.

Reviews

[Lydia Shutter]

The circle of life and love. We all take the trip, don't we? Excellent sonnet, Sami. Lydi**

[Sami Khalil]

We sure do. Thank you so much for your thoughts and blessings on this visit. You are appreciated.

[Titilayo Sarah Eguridu]

This piece captures the phrase “life is in phases” beautifully.
Indeed the first stirrings are from the nurturing womb of the mother…
“ The sanguine red faces scouted in arts” is a beautiful way to mirror the boisterousness that we graduate into as we discover life.
The transition into the next phase is seamlessly executed.
This sonnet is getting an eternal book mark from me.
I love it.
Thank you Sami.

[Sami Khalil]

Wow! Thank you, so much dear poet and friend, for this wonderful review and liking. An honor indeed.

[Titilayo Sarah Eguridu]

You’re welcome dear friend.

[Dara]

This is truly a beautifully written sonnet. You weave together the years and events of a lifetime like a master craftsman. It’s so good to read you again. I am not online all that often and need to do some catching up. Thank you for sharing.

[Sami Khalil]

Wow! We all have missed you here. Glad you are visiting often. Thank you so much Dara for all. All rich blessings.

[Dara]

Thank you! Take care :-)

[Sami Khalil]

You too........

[Katrina Mckeown]

A lovely stirring thought provoking poem … I wonder if more stirrings will come . Well penned my friend

[Sami Khalil]

Hehehe! More are on the way. Thank you for sharing your thoughts and blessings

[Katrina Mckeown]

You are most welcome dear Sami

[Sami Khalil]

You too. ........

[Pryde Foltz]

I wonder if there is yet one more stirring to come ... that of love for the divine and all ... perhaps a circular pattern of stirring. Masterful write, Sami:)

[Sami Khalil]

Wonder no more for it will happen as you marvelously state. Thank you, so much dear poet and fiend, for your visit and response.
See you soon.

[Wanzala Meshack]

"The First Stirrings" is a well-crafted sonnet that explores the stages of life. Your poem captures the progression from birth to death with thoughtfulness and emotional depth. Each stage is presented clearly, and the flow of the poem is seamless. It's a touching and reflective piece. Thank you for sharing it.

[Sami Khalil]

Wow! Thank you so much dear poet and friend for the visit and sharing your thoughts. Much appreciated.
Holler when you post new poems.

[Jimmy Crapped Corn]

very thought provoking poen very nicley written

[Sami Khalil]

OMG! Thank you so much D. for this great summation and timely visit. See you soon.

[Troy Henson]

As always Sammi, your words stir emotions that take flight and keep the mind ticking. Thank you for sharing

[Sami Khalil]

Wow! Thank you for your response and support as always. Nice Pic of you all. Keep up the great poetry coming.

[MCS]

I so appreciate these gems you so kindly share with us. I enjoy your carefully selected words that embrace the reader in warmth and light. Thank you :)

[Kelly Scheppers]

I've never read sonnets like the one's I read from you, Sami. They are the jewels of this Cafe! So eloquently penned, your reader walks away with something they'll long remember!

[Sami Khalil]

Wowzy Wooo...Thank you so much Kelley Scheppers for this awesome review and sharing. I'm honored to know you.