Puppet on a String

 

 

State of confusion
Fearful indecisive self
Puppet on a string

Release these shackles
Freely escape to search and soar
Stage of clarity

 

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© rgb for “On Dragonfly Wings with Buttercup Tea”, 2011

POETRY POTLUCK Prompt:
Doubts, Fear, Inhibitions and Hesitations

About becca givens

Becca is an artist, poet, and animal communicator. She delights in cooking, nurturing, and sharing a rich spiritual life with others on the Path.
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33 Responses to Puppet on a String

  1. bendedspoon says:

    so wonderful Becca! Untangle! 🙂

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  2. Very nice, I like it.

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  3. seabell says:

    I need a bit of that clarity… I really enjoyed it!

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  4. Amazing becca.. Loved it..

    Someone is Special

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  5. trisha says:

    very beautifully said becca. thats better because i thought i have commented on this post earlier. i rarely forget the poems i have read before.

    esp a beautiful poem like yours.

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  6. ladynimue says:

    Amazing lines and a deep thought behind them !!

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    • Becca Givens says:

      thank you, nimue … it is a beacon of encouragement for those seeking, and is meant to provide an awakening ah-hah moment for those who need! it is always a pleasure when you visit!

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  7. trisha says:

    just terrific! we sure can remove most of the strings if we try sincerely.

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  8. Jingle says:

    freedom is priceless at times.

    love your take, smiles.

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  9. This is excellent! The first could stand alone, but I really like the freeing of the second.
    Thanks for stopping by and leaving such a kind comment on mine. 🙂
    Gloria

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  10. Amanda says:

    loved the last it is very powerful!

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  11. Lovely pair of verses!

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  12. It’s a wonderful piece of work and very insightful message.

    Thanks for visiting me. I highly appreciate your comments. 🙂

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  13. Pat Cegan says:

    Interesting, Rebecca, much to think about. I see that you will probably have 5,000 hits by tomorrow. Congratulations! Your blog is a treasure house! hugs, pat

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  14. I like the juxtaposition of these two verses. The first trapped, balancing on the edge. the second free.

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  15. John says:

    This one is really nice ~becca, Clarity…vivid.

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