Valley of Fire, A Memory, poem by VelvetSky + art

Karin, just sent a little something to you via email, for your blog. This morning I was thinking of my first trip to the desert in Nevada last year, so I was inspired to write about it.

I’m so sorry it took me so long…life has been hectic! Hope you enjoy,

Mary

Valley of Fire, A Memory

My eyes,
So accustomed to grass,
trees, water, green on blue.
Looked out
On earth the shade of ochre,
sagebrush and twisted life.
The smell
Of salt, rain and flowers,
The lush and damp of home.
The wind
Now carries the scent of
Rock, iron, pinon, sun.
I lift my head and thank
the Mother Goddess for
Her gift.

Mary aka VelvetSky

Valley of Fire

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5 comments ↓
#1 Karin on 04.30.07 at 12:44 am

I love the poem juxtaposed to the painting. I love seeing what is going on in the cave. Thanks!!

I love this area of the country. The scenery is breath taking.

#2 helg on 05.01.07 at 12:47 pm

You’re both very talented!
I enjoyed the visuals the poem evokes, thanks for including this.

#3 Karin on 05.01.07 at 6:02 pm

Helg, Mary wrote the poem and sent along the illustration.

#4 helg on 05.02.07 at 2:34 pm

Yes, I know, dear :-)
Hence I said you’re both talented: she for the poem and pic choice, you for including her in your very interesting blog!

Best!!

#5 Karin on 05.02.07 at 9:06 pm

Oh, good! I didn’t want to take credit when it wasn’t mine…Yes, I love what she writes. I always love the art she includes too. I doubt I’d find it otherwise.

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