Thursday, January 8, 2015

Serendipitous Seventh Heaven

Written for:
Poet's United Midweek Motif prompt: write a poem centred on Sevenths
Poetry Jam prompt: choose one word for 2015

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In wanderings in cosmic fields
I came upon an Earth
A serendipitous moment 
A promise of great mirth

In planetary lokas
A place that seemed like heaven
A place where Gods dreamed to walk
In that group of seven

How blessed am I to be here
Such beauty wild and rare
Upon the Earth I'll come again
To show some love and care

~x~

Lokas - Planetary systems in Vedic cosmology, The belief is that there are 14 lokas 7 upper and 7 lower. Earth resides within the Bhu-loka mandala which is the 7th of the 7 upper planetary systems where the first is highest and 7th is lowest.


My word for 2015 is Serendipity.

And the year has already begun Serendipitously as a featured poet on Poet's United - Thank you Sherry. And as a guest blogger on Carol Graham's blog Battered Hope that also has a poem inspired by my journey on the bus. Thank you Carol.

The word came to me as I walked around my garden on New Year's day and found these pretty pink flowers that are supposed to bloom in Spring and not Summer.






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69 comments:

  1. MaryJanuary 8, 2015 at 5:13 PM

    Serendipity is a wonderful word for the year. It covers so much, and on top of that, makes a person smile!

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    1. SuzyJanuary 29, 2015 at 7:26 PM

      Thanks Mary. It's a very exciting word and I'm looking forward to many serendipitous moments this year.

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  2. PanchaliJanuary 8, 2015 at 7:52 PM

    How I loved this piece, Suze. Beautiful... I can also see that I am not a separate entity, and never could be, because the tiny particles of my body are dancing, intermingling with the particles of life around me. ..aha!

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    1. SuzyJanuary 29, 2015 at 7:27 PM

      Thanks Panchali. Yes we are all connected.

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  3. SusanJanuary 8, 2015 at 8:13 PM

    How lovely! I had no idea how precious sevens are. Serendipitous!

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    1. SuzyJanuary 29, 2015 at 7:27 PM

      Thanks Susan. 7 seems to be a very mystical number.

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  4. Rosemary Nissen-WadeJanuary 8, 2015 at 8:28 PM

    Your poem seems to me full of serendipity too! :)

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    1. SuzyJanuary 29, 2015 at 7:28 PM

      Thanks Rosemary. Glad it was pleasantly surprising for you. :)

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  5. brudbergJanuary 8, 2015 at 10:15 PM

    Lovely.. and serendipity is a lovely word.. I like the rhythm -- sounds like a ballad, with the rhymes all in right places..

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    1. SuzyJanuary 29, 2015 at 7:28 PM

      Thanks Bjorn. Glad you enjoyed the rhythm and the rhyme.

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  6. NabanitaJanuary 8, 2015 at 11:03 PM

    A part of the universe we all are...and maybe there is heaven on earth, somewhere we seem to have lost the way, but yes we are all blessed to be here

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    1. SuzyJanuary 29, 2015 at 7:29 PM

      Thanks Naba. I think heaven is wherever we want it to be and that Earth is a special place in the cosmos.

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  7. Vandana SharmaJanuary 8, 2015 at 11:05 PM

    Happy 2015 and may this year be filled with hope and pleasant surprises.

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  8. UnknownJanuary 9, 2015 at 1:39 AM

    Serendipity is a word I love. It just holds so much of magic in it!

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    1. SuzyJanuary 29, 2015 at 7:30 PM

      Thanks Sheethal. It sure does. I love the word too.

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  9. Beloo MehraJanuary 9, 2015 at 3:44 AM

    Lovely poem, Suzy! As always you say so much in such a few lines. Profound indeed. Earth indeed is that special place, the only place where we can evolve inwardly. I wish you the best for the new year. You have chosen a lovely word to inspire you in 2015. I really like the way you use the phrase - planetary lokas :)

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    1. SuzyJanuary 29, 2015 at 7:32 PM

      Thanks Beloo. Earth is definitely a special place for souls. No wonder Lord Rama and Lord Krishna came to Earth to experience life here. Glad you liked my planetary lokas.

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  10. VinodiniJanuary 9, 2015 at 4:22 AM

    What a positive note to start the year with Suzy! Hope you are blessed with a good amount of serendipity this year. Loved the poem :)

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    1. SuzyJanuary 29, 2015 at 7:32 PM

      Thanks Vinodini. Wishing you and awesome year too.

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  11. Gillena CoxJanuary 9, 2015 at 5:48 AM

    how nice of you to share your wondrous serendipitous moments with us,"Serendipity' yes that a nice word for 2015

    wishes for lovely moments in 2015

    much love...

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    1. SuzyJanuary 29, 2015 at 7:33 PM

      Thanks Gillena. Wishing you many serendipitous moments too.

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  12. humbirdJanuary 9, 2015 at 7:00 AM

    Serendipity - important for us! I love the story you share about flowers! What a sign! My Bonsai tree gave me unexpected flowers this year too ! Something to be excited about in New Year! Have a Happy one! x

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    1. SuzyJanuary 29, 2015 at 7:34 PM

      Thanks Humbird. Looks like you'll be having many serendipitous moments too :)

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  13. alan1704January 9, 2015 at 8:19 AM

    There is a hope in your words and a peace, a positive song of words.

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  14. GabriellaJanuary 9, 2015 at 9:29 AM

    I enjoyed the generous and positive tone of your poem, Suzy. Great choice of word!

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    1. SuzyJanuary 29, 2015 at 7:35 PM

      Thanks Gabriella. Serendipity is such an exciting word. Glad you liked it.

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  15. Sherry Blue SkyJanuary 9, 2015 at 9:55 AM

    What a wonderful post! Loved the info about the planetary systems. How interesting. Serendipity is a great word - and outlook - for 2015! You are most welcome for the interview. It is I who thank you!

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    1. SuzyJanuary 29, 2015 at 7:54 PM

      Thanks Sherry. You are too kind. The Vedic Cosmology is quite fascinating.

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  16. Susan LindquistJanuary 9, 2015 at 1:18 PM

    I agree ... the positive aspect of the word's meaning makes me excited for you! Concentrate on serendipity and you are bound to have a wonderful year!

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    1. SuzyJanuary 29, 2015 at 7:55 PM

      Thanks Susan. I am truly looking forward to how the year unfolds serendipitously Wishing you an awesome year too.

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  17. SaravJanuary 9, 2015 at 1:27 PM

    Suzy, I love serendipity! Congratulations on all that has happened so far. I hope the rest of 2015 is full of such wonderful surprises :-)

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    1. SuzyJanuary 29, 2015 at 7:56 PM

      Thanks Sara. I hope so too and wish you the same. Glad you like the word.

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  18. AnonymousJanuary 10, 2015 at 10:55 AM

    Thanks for the background info. Made the poem even more beautiful.

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    1. SuzyJanuary 29, 2015 at 7:58 PM

      Thanks Purplepeninportland. Glad you liked my poem.

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  19. PeggyJanuary 10, 2015 at 2:00 PM

    Good word Suzy. I enjoyed the cosmology information as well. So many ideas about how everything fits together. I guess reality is what rings true with the believer.

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    1. SuzyJanuary 29, 2015 at 8:02 PM

      Thanks Peggy. You are so right, reality is what we believe.

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  20. Gen Giggles January 10, 2015 at 3:16 PM

    Great poem, felt very ethereal.

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    1. SuzyJanuary 29, 2015 at 8:05 PM

      Thanks GL. I thought a celestial theme for the poem would go well with my word.

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  21. elly stornebrinkJanuary 10, 2015 at 7:32 PM

    Serendipity is such a fun word and I wish for you a magical, serendipitous year! Love your poem by the way. :) <3

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    1. SuzyJanuary 29, 2015 at 8:06 PM

      Thanks Elly. Serendipity does sound magical. Wishing you a lovely year too my friend.

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  22. Jae RoseJanuary 11, 2015 at 12:38 AM

    Beautiful piece - particularly like the last line..left me feeling hopeful

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    1. SuzyJanuary 29, 2015 at 8:06 PM

      Thanks Jae. Glad you felt that hope for a loving peaceful Earth.

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  23. UnknownJanuary 11, 2015 at 4:16 PM

    We truly are in a beautiful world if only we take the time to notice it. We also can notice some of the areas in which we have destroyed a beautiful thing.

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    1. SuzyJanuary 29, 2015 at 8:08 PM

      So true Kenn. There are so many wondrous places on Earth. Mother Earth warns us continuously yet we ignore and destroy. Quite sad really but hopefully someday we'll show her a lot of love and care.

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  24. totomaiJanuary 11, 2015 at 10:01 PM

    i always love the word serendipity - to me it's both miracle and blessing.
    Lots to discover this 2015 :-)

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    1. SuzyJanuary 29, 2015 at 8:09 PM

      Thanks Totomai. you described the word so well. Wishing you many discoveries too.

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  25. Old EggJanuary 11, 2015 at 11:24 PM

    Let's hope someone visits earth soon that gives more care than the present inhabitants. But apart from that it so rewarding to read of other cultures interpretation of the universe and our place in it.

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    1. SuzyJanuary 29, 2015 at 8:13 PM

      Thanks Old Egg. Yes let's hope that future generations will show some more respect for Mother Earth. The Universe is so fascinating and there are so many theories.

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  26. SuyashJJanuary 12, 2015 at 12:59 AM

    Yes i agree.... we are so lucky to be alive and breathing

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    1. SuzyJanuary 29, 2015 at 8:14 PM

      Thanks Suyash. And privileged to be here.

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  27. Sherry Blue SkyJanuary 12, 2015 at 5:09 AM

    I am back for another read and it is lovely to read about "such beauty wild and rare".

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    1. SuzyJanuary 29, 2015 at 8:14 PM

      Oh thank you Sherry. Glad you came back again.

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  28. ayalaJanuary 12, 2015 at 6:40 AM

    Lovely !

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  29. DonnaJanuary 12, 2015 at 7:44 AM

    A fabulous word Serendipity. It allows us to enjoy the moment as we see it...I love your uplifting tone here...
    'Upon the Earth I'll come again
    To show some love and care'

    Donna@LivingFromHappiness

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    1. SuzyJanuary 29, 2015 at 8:16 PM

      Thanks Donna. Glad you like my word and I love how you describe it.

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  30. TruedessaJanuary 12, 2015 at 8:24 AM

    This brought a smile to my face Serendipity is a great word. Nicely put together using the two prompts. I enjoyed reading the deeper meaning. Thanks for adding the info.

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    1. SuzyJanuary 29, 2015 at 8:25 PM

      Thanks Truedessa. Glad you liked my word and I'm glad I added the info as it seems to have given depth to my poem.

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  31. ZQJanuary 12, 2015 at 10:32 AM

    Thanks! That was beautiful.
    ZQ

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  32. Stacy M.S.January 12, 2015 at 10:55 AM

    brilliant!
    a beautiful and telling ode to our mother earth.

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    1. SuzyJanuary 29, 2015 at 8:26 PM

      Thanks Stacy. I think our Mother Earth is so special. Now and then we need to acknowledge her.

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  33. LocomenteJanuary 14, 2015 at 12:40 PM

    And I am waiting...
    Very nice!

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  34. VarshaJanuary 29, 2015 at 10:58 PM

    A really good choice of words there. Loved it :)

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    1. SuzyJanuary 29, 2015 at 11:25 PM

      Thanks Changing Times. Glad you liked it so much.

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  35. Amrit SinhaMay 18, 2015 at 1:04 AM

    This is a beautiful perspective of our Earth :-)

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