Dennis Cardiff: Poems and Prose

Vision

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see through my eyes,
fathom my fears,
walk in my footsteps,
taste of my tears.

in brotherhood
I beseech you,
please, take my hand —
I’ll guide you through

back streets of strife.
bloody fields of war
can be a rebirth —
we deserve much more.

open your heart
to the poor at your feet.
allow in the blessings —
may make you complete.

we all are the same,
happiness we seek —
end this suffering,
empower the weak.

we ask not a gift,
but to share what we have,
as brothers and sisters —
to our souls a salve.

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37 responses to “Vision”

  1. Your Blog, Thanks. | Too Big Eyes Avatar
    Your Blog, Thanks. | Too Big Eyes

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    1. Dennis Cardiff Avatar
      Dennis Cardiff

      Thank you so much for reblogging my poem. It is much appreciated. ~ Dennis

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    Raven Spirit

    Your words are exceptional. And they are so true. I am very appreciative of your kind words on my blog. I have a feeling that at “long last” those things that have kept much of the artist within me stifled, are going to dissipate and disappear and that perhaps in our new loft space that artist will manifest. I am so glad to have connected. Thank you. I have a great appreciation for not just your writing but the work that you do amongst people.

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      Dennis Cardiff

      Thank you Raven, some times a change of space, especially a large space, can make all the difference. I am sure that artist will manifest. I’ll visit you often. ~ Dennis

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    patinaandcompany

    Your poetry is some of the nicest I have seen in the blogosphere.

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    Tito Tobi

    Reblogged this on Tito Tobi's Humanetech Blog and commented:
    Profound Piece of poetry.

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      Dennis Cardiff

      Hi Tito, thanks for reblogging my post. It is much appreciated. ~ Dennis

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  5. rhchatlien Avatar
    rhchatlien

    I found this thought provoking. I especially like the first stanza.

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  6. sesquipedalious Avatar
    sesquipedalious

    This is absolutely beautiful! Thank you for sharing.

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      Dennis Cardiff

      Hi Stacey, thanks for your kind words. They are very much appreciated. ~ Dennis

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  7. Eilish Niamh Avatar
    Eilish Niamh

    beautiful.

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      Dennis Cardiff

      Thank yo so much. I love your poem “Enough For Me”. ~ Dennis

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    boobooda7

    Thanks for following Dennis! Now that I see your post and your visionary poetry, I am not surprised you found me. May the cards you flip be kind…or what you need most in life. Peace and Blessings, Soul Passages Astrology

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      Dennis Cardiff

      Hi I am just beginning my study of astrology. It is fascinating. Thanks for your post “A Prayer for Japan”. I agree, what affects one affects us all. ~ Dennis

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        boobooda7

        I am concerned for all of us and for Mother Earth. May we all be well! And, I hope you enjoy your astrological journey…the more truth you see, the more hooked you will become.

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    W E Patterson

    Beautifully constructed verse like this poem keep me returning to your site.

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  10. Gargi Avatar
    Gargi

    You live by all these lines, you mean all that you say “open your heart
    to the poor at your feet.” and “we all are the same,
    happiness we seek –”. We all truly desire the same kind of happiness on this earth. Thanks for such beautiful words. I was away and could not follow your beautiful words for awhile, but I am now back to enjoy them. Thank you.

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    Allison W.

    Love this prose: “to the poor at your feet.” Do you have a LinkedIn, Dennis? I’d love to connect on there as well! Thanks for checking out my writing portfolio, btw. I really like that writers follow me instead of spammers haha. Anyway…I am looking forward to reading more of your writing.

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    1. Dennis Cardiff Avatar
      Dennis Cardiff

      Hi Allison, I am very impressed with your portfolio. I also enjoyed your article The Evolution of Barbie, especially the lines:

      “I want to tell everyone that they can accomplish something that has nothing to do with their physical appearance. Looks fade but a good heart and mind does not.”

      This is a very positive statement for young girls. ~ Dennis

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        Allison W.

        Hi Dennis!

        THIS is such a kind message.

        I appreciate you taking the time to read my posts.

        That means so much to me!

        You made my day!

        Have a great rest of your week.

        All the best,

        Allison

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        Dennis Cardiff

        Hi Allison, I assure you, it was my pleasure. ~ Dennis

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    livingonchi

    Thank you for sharing your poetry. This poem gave me such great comfort today!

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    terrikurczewski

    Thanks for being rad and making the world more beautiful. I am giving you the Inner Peace Award. To learn more about it, please follow the link to the post on my blog. Again, thanks so very, very much for your contribution to making the blogosphere a more beautiful place :)

    http://vitaanteacta.wordpress.com/2014/02/17/inner-peace-award-and-a-big-hug-and-thank-you/

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      Dennis Cardiff

      Hi Terri, I an honored and humbled that you have nominated me for the Inner Peace Award. Thank you very much.
      ~ Dennis

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  14. Mark Lanesbury Avatar
    Mark Lanesbury

    Beautifully written Dennis! To understand we need to realise that sharing of life. Namaste

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      Dennis Cardiff

      Thanks Mark, sharing opens up endless possibilities. ~ Dennis

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  15. mihrank Avatar
    mihrank

    In order to carry a positive action we must develop here a positive vision.

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  16. adamintheeve Avatar
    adamintheeve

    Beautiful, indeed! It is simply dripping with faithful definition. Keep the faith! :)

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    naturerestoresme

    Beautiful!

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  18. richlewis3 Avatar
    richlewis3

    Beautiful reminder for me to simply sit and listen to others. Nothing more. Thanks.

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      Dennis Cardiff

      the gift of listening is truly appreciated by those who are usually ignored. ~ Dennis

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    thisihumblyspeak

    Thoroughly enjoy the profundity of your thoughts in compassion and humility.

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      Dennis Cardiff

      I am honored and humbled by your words of praise. Thank you. ~ Dennis

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    mishunderstood

    This is wonderful!

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      Dennis Cardiff

      Thank you so much. I loved your post “Life’s Door”. The house in the photo is one I would like to live in. ~ Dennis

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  21. btg5885 Avatar
    btg5885

    Very profound and moving. Thanks, Dennis. BTG

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      Dennis Cardiff

      Thanks for your kind words.

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