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Back To the Beginning

What is the meaning of it all? If I told you, you’d surely bawl. Cry like a baby, yes you would, If all of truth you understood. Truth can be so enlightening, Also, can be quite frightening. For from the start, we’ve known it all. Our greatest challenge is recall. When recalled the truth is real, All empty spaces it will fill. We all were born from just one source, And are guided by the same force. From one source till our paths are done, And once again we all are one.

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Ann Peck

Date: 8/20/2022 5:28:00 PM

Bill, a deep write. I especially love the last two lines.

Bill Baker
Date: 8/21/2022 1:31:00 PM

It what keeps me going, Ann. Thanks for reading and commenting on my poetry my friend. Smiles ~ Blessings Bill

Caren Krutsinger

Date: 3/18/2022 8:58:00 AM

I do believe when we finally realize that ONE is WON we will be where GOD wants us to be!

Bill Baker
Date: 3/18/2022 5:03:00 PM

I agree with that, Caren. lol and the beat goes on. Bill

Franci Hoffman

Date: 3/15/2022 1:29:00 PM

Such an enlightening poem and full of wisdom. I like the message it sends. Beautiful writing, Bill.

Bill Baker
Date: 3/18/2022 5:04:00 PM

Thank you, Franci. This is your first visit to my poetry, I think. Welcome and come again whenever you can. I'll visit your poetry soon. :-) Bill

Darlene De Beaulieu

Date: 3/15/2022 10:28:00 AM

Hello Bill, I like this poem very much. It has wisdom for giving thanks. to God. I like the message this poem sends. Your poetess friend. Darlene

Darlene De Beaulieu
Date: 3/16/2022 6:05:00 AM

Hello Bill, you are welcome. Yes I am. You are my poet friend Hugs.

Bill Baker
Date: 3/15/2022 10:34:00 PM

Thank you, Darlene. It's always nice to see you've visited and commented on my poetry. You are my poetess friend. Hugs, Bill

Beata Agustin

Date: 3/6/2022 6:47:00 AM

Thanks for sharing this... so wisdom-filled, making me thank our Saviour Jesus Christ Who is "the way, the truth, and the life" Who has enlightened me through the faith. Thanks likewise for your uplifting comments. God bless you.

Bill Baker
Date: 3/7/2022 5:32:00 PM

Thank you for your encouraging comments, Beata. Smiles ~ Blessings, Bill

Anil Deo

Date: 3/6/2022 2:04:00 AM

Brilliant Coach Baker, and profoundly true. ThanX & thank Thee LORD

Bill Baker
Date: 3/7/2022 5:31:00 PM

Thanks for the visit and comment, Anil. Always like to hear or see Coach Baker. :-) So many great memories. Bill

Joe Maverick

Date: 3/4/2022 11:25:00 PM

A revisit Bill, just to say.' Congratulations on The readership of this piece.' And may it Germinate much more thought as time and God allow.'

Bill Baker
Date: 3/5/2022 7:02:00 AM

Thank you, Joe. It is all in his hands. We never know who he is drawing in to read the words from his inspiration. Thank you for your thoughtful comments, they are encouraging to me. May God bless and keep you, Bill

David Kavanagh

Date: 3/4/2022 3:31:00 PM

A fine poem Bill you keep the meaning of life’s complexities simple, I totally get where your coming from and going to with this one. So now that we’re here, we may as well enjoy the ride if possible, cheers David

Bill Baker
Date: 3/4/2022 9:27:00 PM

Amen, to that, David. I do think life should be lived to its fullest, and we should enjoy the moment, days and years we're given. Less hate and worry, and more love and faith would get us moving in the right direction. Have a great weekend, my friend, Bill

Sara Kendrick

Date: 3/4/2022 2:42:00 PM

Bill, It is hard to believe that all the differences in humankind came from a small amount of DNA, but it amazingly did. I enjoyed reading this one. Your visit to my page was encouraging. Sara

Bill Baker
Date: 3/4/2022 9:22:00 PM

Thank you, Sara. I've had trouble finding time to keep up with everyone's poetry lately. I read whenever I get a chance. I always enjoy your poetry and your visits. Have a joyful day, my friend, Bill

Christuraj Alex

Date: 3/4/2022 8:09:00 AM

You are a great poet. Much greater than me. Your images and metaphors and other figures of speeches say so. I admire your writings. I had started reading your complete works. Unfortunately, I had to be away for long. I need to restart them. Keep well. Good Night. It's 09:38 in India now.

Bill Baker
Date: 3/4/2022 9:20:00 PM

Thank you so much for your kind words. I think we all have thoughts that are meant to be shared. We write at different levels, but the truths we share or usually for those that are at our level of consciousness. I enjoy your poetry very much. Please soup mail or mention in a comment, how you would like me to address you, Chris, Christuraj, Alex, ? I just want to use the name you prefer. Rest well and sleep well, my friend, Bill

Janice Canerdy

Date: 3/4/2022 7:41:00 AM

True--if we knew ALL of the truth, would we really be any better off, or just devastated? Expressive piece, Bill. Janice

Bill Baker
Date: 3/4/2022 9:13:00 PM

Thank you for your mindful comments, Janice. I think most if not all of us are still learning and discovering our understanding of our truth. Sometimes I feel quality is more important than quantity. Thanks for the visit, Bill

Laura Leiser

Date: 3/3/2022 3:41:00 PM

One source, of course! Well written with great rhythm and flow, Bill. Enjoyed this. :)

Bill Baker
Date: 3/4/2022 12:06:00 AM

Thank you, Laura, good to have you visit and comment. A poet friend in Texas, Bill

M. L. Kiser

Date: 3/3/2022 3:19:00 PM

Beautifully penned and hopeful truths here; well crafted Bill.

Bill Baker
Date: 3/4/2022 12:05:00 AM

Thanks for the comment, M.L. Bill

Caren Krutsinger

Date: 3/3/2022 8:46:00 AM

This did not use to be my biggest challenge, but it is one of them now Bill "Our greatest challenge is recall."

Bill Baker
Date: 3/4/2022 12:04:00 AM

I'm beginning to realize that slowing down a little is not as bad as I thought it would be. When I take the time to meditate or pray, or just walk in nature; I begin to recall things that I don't even remember in this lifetime. I believe we're only getting a glimpse of the whole during our life here on Earth. There's got to be much more to make any sense out of some of the things we experience. (Chasing those rabbits again). Smiles ~ Blessings, Bill

Jennifer Proxenos

Date: 3/3/2022 1:19:00 AM

I think that my last comment should have been written for the his great write, but in a nutshell our lives are transient on Planet Earth we understand this when we grow older and wiser. Superb right,. Jennifer

Bill Baker
Date: 3/3/2022 11:58:00 PM

I get that same feeling a lot, Jennifer. I read several poems and I try not to comment the same way, but sometimes several poems put you in a frame of mind, and the same thoughts come out. lol Hugs, Bill

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 3/2/2022 8:49:00 PM

I want all those empty spaces to be filled RIGHT NOW. justice must wait for far too many souls.

Bill Baker
Date: 3/3/2022 11:55:00 PM

(Smiling) yep it may take a while. It's nice to have friends like you to share the wait with Andrea. Hugs, Bill

Elaine George

Date: 3/2/2022 8:18:00 PM

Sonnets are one of my favorite genres of poetry. This is a lovely one, Bill...Thank you for sharing.

Bill Baker
Date: 3/3/2022 11:53:00 PM

Nice to see you again, Elaine. We sonneteers are a minority here at Poetry Soup. I enjoy reading your poetry, Elaine. Smiles~ Blessings, Bill

Joseph May

Date: 3/2/2022 4:13:00 PM

'We come from one source and one force', true words Bill...

Bill Baker
Date: 3/3/2022 11:50:00 PM

Thanks, Joseph, there's only one Creator of all of creation. Have a great week! Bill

Mystic Rose Rose

Date: 3/2/2022 2:41:00 PM

we always were one, its just that we forget at times, your poetry reminds me how important Unity truly is, in order to survive we must recall this, thank you for sharing dear poet.

Bill Baker
Date: 3/3/2022 11:49:00 PM

Thank you for commenting and encouraging me, Rose. Always nice to see you've visited. Hugs, Bill

Joe Maverick

Date: 3/2/2022 12:31:00 PM

Yes Bill well conveyed, sometimes we walk well Other times we can be fooled, by ourselves or By others.. Makes no nevermind that, its if We can deal with how we perceive reality and Illusion; thanks for posting.'

Bill Baker
Date: 3/3/2022 11:47:00 PM

Wise words, Joe. It comes down to how we live our lives and who we put out trust in. Life (as some say, the Earth school) is for living, it's not about getting everything right on the first try; it's about keeping on trying regardless of what crosses our path. A pleasure to have you as a friend, Joe. A poet friend in Texas, Bill

Bj Legros Kelley

Date: 3/2/2022 10:56:00 AM

This is so very deep, Bill, "When recalled the truth is real, All empty spaces it will fill." Is like a beautiful song, but a cautionary statement as well. God bless you, hope your day is blessed!

Bill Baker
Date: 3/3/2022 11:42:00 PM

Thank you for the visit and the comments, B.J. It's always pleasing to have a poem understood be another. Smiles ~ Blessings Bill

I Am Anaya

Date: 3/2/2022 10:37:00 AM

It's like you take my thoughts and put 'em into sonnets, I'm still struggling with. Very nice Bill...I Am Anaya

Bill Baker
Date: 3/3/2022 11:39:00 PM

Write on, my sonneteer, friend. Hugs, Bill

Marco Chies

Date: 3/2/2022 3:33:00 AM

Something like: 'we are as small as a universe', it occurred to me when reading your great poem.

Bill Baker
Date: 3/2/2022 8:37:00 AM

Interesting thought, Marco. thanks for your visit. Have a great day! Bill

Evelyn Judy Buehler

Date: 3/1/2022 8:25:00 PM

This is very beautiful, Bill, and I enjoyed it immensely. It is a fave for me. Blessings, Evelyn

Bill Baker
Date: 3/2/2022 8:36:00 AM

Thanks for the visit, Evelyn. I haven't been writing as much lately, but still trying to get a few poems posted. Thanks for the FAV also, my friend. Hugs, Bill

Sam Kauffman

Date: 3/1/2022 4:40:00 PM

Bill, this is just lovely. And I do believe we will "all be one" in the end. I surely hope I don't have to explain all of my regretted words and thoughts. Keeps me remembering to give grace rather than spite! Blessings to you! Loved your visit!

Bill Baker
Date: 3/2/2022 8:34:00 AM

I appreciate your visit and comments, Sam. I think we humans can get to exacting concerning how God will handle, judgement. Acknowledging Him and remorse will be more important than guilt. IMHO. Have a great day! Bill