The Hawk

The hawk circled, watching below at all the activity happening He focused on each person, as he would prey But, instead he was just observing, listening, learning He went to the wise owl and reported his observations and instincts As he flew across the landscape, he could see things far and close He could see the present and the past A span of time that connected things like a familiar path A path flown many times! The wise owl said, you are right, your vision is clear You will reach a destination where everything makes sense Stop circling; Fly with freedom and you will discover your new path The others below will never anticipate this! For they were not here for so many years They do not know who you have become They will never reach you no matter what they do For they lack the critical knowledge and they are the ones who are stuck! Heidi Sands 6/10/24 Received Poem of the Day June 12, 2024. (C)opyright

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Deb M

Date: 6/27/2024 2:51:00 AM

What a team the Hawk and Owl make! A beautiful poem full of great meaning….inspirational just like you Heidi! It makes me happy to see your name up here….you are so deserving of it!! Congratulations on POTD sweet Heidi! Debx

Heidi Sands
Date: 6/27/2024 5:25:00 AM

Thank you for being so kind. Your comment brings s smile :) I hope you have a nice day :)

Linda Alice Fowler

Date: 6/16/2024 9:06:00 AM

Fly high dear Heidi! Congratulations on the honor of your POTD! :)

Heidi Sands
Date: 6/16/2024 12:12:00 PM

Thank you Linda. :)

Mike Gentile

Date: 6/15/2024 5:28:00 AM

I am so happy to see that you were honored with POTD for this soaring piece Heidi! I can't overstate the accolades below ! Lessons to be learned and I hope that it is not too late! Congratulations and Happy Saturday xxoo

Heidi Sands
Date: 6/15/2024 6:03:00 AM

Thank you very much Mike! Happy Saturday . Xoxo: :)

Gershon Wolf

Date: 6/14/2024 8:15:00 AM

Belated congrats on POTD for this outstanding work, Heidi. Happy Friday, Gershon

Heidi Sands
Date: 6/14/2024 8:31:00 AM

Thank you Gershon! Happy Friday :)

Tom Cunningham

Date: 6/13/2024 2:03:00 AM

Back with belated congratulations to you Heidi on the well deserved honour of POTD. Tom

Heidi Sands
Date: 6/13/2024 4:04:00 AM

Thank you Tom. Have a great day :)

Sandra L. Weiss

Date: 6/12/2024 9:06:00 PM

Congrats Heidi!! Your "Hawk" had something to say. Keen and observing, beware what he ssees.

Heidi Sands
Date: 6/12/2024 9:08:00 PM

Thank you very much Sandy. Will do :)

Brandy Nicole

Date: 6/12/2024 6:16:00 PM

Dear Heidi, your last line says it all. ' For they lack the critical knowledge and they are the ones who are stuck. ' Sad that many in the world can relate to this. Animals are very smart, indeed. Your thoughts are powerful. Congratulations my sweet friend, on Poem of the Day. My best to you. :) Hugs, Brandy

Heidi Sands
Date: 6/12/2024 6:57:00 PM

Thank you Brandy. Animals are smart. I appreciate your kind comment! I hope all is well. Hugs :)

Regina Mcintosh

Date: 6/12/2024 2:06:00 PM

Congrats on POTD. God bless you. love, Gina

Heidi Sands
Date: 6/12/2024 2:55:00 PM

Thank you Gina. Blessings :)

Beryl Edmonds

Date: 6/12/2024 9:32:00 AM

O for the hawk eyes of a wise owl, we’d never miss a trick. A lovely Free Verse Heidi, congratulations on receiving the honour of poem of the day… Beryl

Heidi Sands
Date: 6/12/2024 2:54:00 PM

Exactly. Thank you Beryl :)

Eileen Manassian

Date: 6/12/2024 8:16:00 AM

Congrats of poem is the day, dear. We have much to learn from the wise owl. :)

Heidi Sands
Date: 6/12/2024 2:54:00 PM

Yes, we have much to learn from the wise owl! Thank you :)

Paula Goldsmith

Date: 6/12/2024 8:11:00 AM

Congratulations on your POTD win. "The Hawk" is a wonderful story/write. Love It... "Good Luck" if for a contest. Hugs.... Have a blessed day with your wonderful win.................

Heidi Sands
Date: 6/12/2024 2:53:00 PM

Hi Paula. Thank you very much :)

Eve Roper

Date: 6/12/2024 7:37:00 AM

What a way to see the flight of a hawk, Heidi. I love to watch them just sit and stare. Their stare so focuses, and I wonder on what. on a prey or just the passer Byers not afraid of anything. Congratulations on POTD, I enjoyed reading

Heidi Sands
Date: 6/12/2024 7:53:00 AM

I am happy you enjoyed this. Thank you :)

Malabika Ray Choudhury

Date: 6/12/2024 7:25:00 AM

Congratulations, Dear Heidi, for the honour. Excellent inspirational poem penned by a master storyteller. Love and blessings ~ Mala

Heidi Sands
Date: 6/12/2024 7:53:00 AM

Thank you fir your kind comment :)

Krish Radhakrishna

Date: 6/12/2024 6:18:00 AM

Great Poem!! Hawk and the way to go! Good values! inspirational!

Heidi Sands
Date: 6/12/2024 7:52:00 AM

Thank you very much :)

Joseph May

Date: 6/12/2024 6:07:00 AM

Heidi, Dropping back with Congrats on POTD

Heidi Sands
Date: 6/12/2024 6:11:00 AM

Thank you very much Joseph :)

Tom Woody

Date: 6/12/2024 5:30:00 AM

Hey Heidi good to see you're still at it. The hawk and the owl portray wisdom and foresight. Enjoy your time in the spotlight

Heidi Sands
Date: 6/12/2024 6:11:00 AM

Thank you. I have been busy, but I will be back here more as usual when I can :)

Daniel Henry Rodgers

Date: 6/12/2024 4:13:00 AM

Dear Heidi! I am back to say yes I loved your deep poem on the hawk's journey. Scoring POTD too! You're soaring high, keep inspiring us with your beautiful words! - Blessings, My Friend, Daniel

Heidi Sands
Date: 6/12/2024 6:10:00 AM

Thank you very much :)

Daisy Meadows

Date: 6/12/2024 3:26:00 AM

Congratulations on your POTD. Well written!

Heidi Sands
Date: 6/12/2024 6:10:00 AM

Thank you :)

Tania Kitchin

Date: 6/12/2024 3:22:00 AM

Heidi, a wonderful poem and message, congratulations on POTD!

Heidi Sands
Date: 6/12/2024 6:10:00 AM

Thank you very much :)

Unseeking Seeker

Date: 6/12/2024 2:14:00 AM

Be the hawk! Deep musings here, Heidi, enjoyed. Warmest congratulations on POTD

Heidi Sands
Date: 6/12/2024 6:09:00 AM

Thank you ! :)

Karen Jones

Date: 6/12/2024 1:39:00 AM

You are a great storyteller! Enjoyed your work and congratulations on potd Heidi!

Heidi Sands
Date: 6/12/2024 6:06:00 AM

Thank you very much ! :)

Maria Fernandez-Garcia

Date: 6/12/2024 12:42:00 AM

Wisdom flows through your words from the beginning until the end of this magnificient piece!. Many Congratulations on the POTD, Heidi. It's very well deserved. I enjoyed it so much. Well done. Have a wonderful awarded day!.

Heidi Sands
Date: 6/12/2024 6:08:00 AM

Thank you very much :)

Gershon Wolf

Date: 6/10/2024 7:47:00 PM

This is AMAZING! What imagination and creativity you have! Like a tale from an enchanted forest. Hurrah, Heidi! ~ Spellbound

Heidi Sands
Date: 6/10/2024 7:52:00 PM

Thank you so much Gershon! I am happy to see your feedback. I hope all is well :)

Sam Kauffman

Date: 6/10/2024 10:46:00 AM

What a wonderful mystical fable, Heidi. The metaphors are so clear and vibrant inviting us to experience the wisdom of your words. Thank you for this poem. Blessings and continued prayers.

Heidi Sands
Date: 6/10/2024 10:56:00 AM

Thank you so much Sam. Blessings :)

Daniel Henry Rodgers

Date: 6/10/2024 10:20:00 AM

Dear Heidi, I really enjoyed your beautifully crafted allegory that was so rich with imagery and wisdom. I believe your poetic storytelling is both captivating and thought-provoking. A beautiful and exceptional piece! - Blessings, Daniel

Heidi Sands
Date: 6/10/2024 10:56:00 AM

Thank you Daniel. I appreciate your positive feedback. Blessings :)