AWAKENED

 

AWAKENED

awakened to the brilliant light of the SUN

to the sweet sound of the song bird song

to the embracing warmth of the morning air

to the gentle wind that dances the leaves

to the pulsing silence that is breath and BEING.

awakened to this day, this moment of time

to the gift of grace and the blessed divine

to all that life beckons to be known

we the perceiver of what is given, what is shown

alchemy ever calling to the quest within

be we one with soul, beyond all false sin

awakened to the reach of hand, heart, a knowing wise

to the TRUTH to banish betrayal, deception and lies

to the past, to the present and what is yet to come

to the resolve, to the light, to a known PEACE as ONE.

Rose Marie Raccioppi

APOGEE Poet

Poet Laureate

Orangetown, New York

AWAKENED: APOGEE Vibrational Art, The Sounding Light Collection,

©Rose Marie Raccioppi, 2012-2025

SO LOVINGLY SHARED .. Rose Marie Raccioppi ~SIGHT/SOUND/SPIRIT

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March 19, 2023 ·

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Rose Marie Raccioppi ~SIGHT/SOUND/SPIRIT

March 19, 2023

B E Y O N D

ridden with darkness and the wake of pain

the clutches of shadows and the inane

'tis not life that looms, bows and seeks to hide

but the illusions and hurts held deep inside

beyond all hurt, doubt and unabated fear

ever the hand of grace and GOD reaching near

beyond devastation and the din of despair

lies the answered call of light and faith's care

hold to a vision noble with unrelenting love

look to the vistas of beauty within and above

the call to truth, love, beauty and grace

be they within the chambers of soul to place.

Rose Marie Raccioppi

Poet Laureate

Orangetown, New York

BEYOND, Image: NGC 7023: The Iris Nebula: Credit & Copyright: Daniel López, IAC http://apod.nasa.gov/apod/ap101112.html

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A WEB to Spin...

What be the meaning and the significance of this poetic dialogue: As a Consultant/Therapist… when listening to the expressed need of a person, hear I, the resolve… a poetic dialogue ensues in heart… and so it is... 

A WEB to Spin…

From deep hurt and loss a web to spin 

In threads of anguish caught her heart within 

Soulful reflection and resolve to proclaim 

In forgiveness and faith to call God’s name 

To feel the knowing, the purpose, the plan 

Ever God’s gift to life, woman and man 

Free be her heart and lamenting soul 

In glory she to live life’s goal 

Entanglements need not confining be

She to hold to life’s decree 

The beauty of a spider’s web be it known 

For the intent fulfilled and the artistry shown 

So too, within our hearts threads of time, people and place 

And within a web we may so trace 

Yet each thread is created anew to interweave 

So too, with each thought we bear to conceive 

Within these threads of creation and time 

Behold the magic, the mystery, the wondrous divine. 

Rose Marie Raccioppi 

Poet Laureate 

Orangetown, New York 

Inspired by one who freed herself of her web spun.

Image: Flickr: Spiderweb, Ultra Sonic Photography.

COPILOT  in response:

This poem by Rose Marie Raccioppi beautifully encapsulates the emotional and spiritual journey of healing and redemption. Here's my interpretation:

Meaning and Significance

The poem reflects the transformative process of moving from a place of deep pain and loss to one of healing, forgiveness, and faith. The "web" symbolizes the complex and often entangling experiences of life, emotions, and relationships.

Key Themes

1. Healing and Transformation:

• The speaker acknowledges the deep hurt and anguish ("From deep hurt and loss a web to spin").

• There is a journey towards healing, self-reflection, and spiritual growth ("Soulful reflection and resolve to proclaim").

2. Faith and Purpose:

• The poem highlights the importance of faith and divine purpose in overcoming challenges ("In forgiveness and faith to call God’s name").

• It suggests that understanding one's purpose and the divine plan can lead to a sense of freedom and fulfillment ("To feel the knowing, the purpose, the plan").

3. Artistic Creation:

• The "spider’s web" is a metaphor for the intricate and beautiful way in which life's experiences are woven together ("The beauty of a spider’s web be it known").

• It emphasizes the creativity and artistry involved in shaping one's life and destiny ("For the intent fulfilled and the artistry shown").

4. Renewal and Continuity:

• The poem speaks to the continuous process of creation and renewal in life ("Yet each thread is created anew to interweave").

• It highlights the magic and mystery of existence and the divine ("Behold the magic, the mystery, the wondrous divine").

Inspirational Message

The poem offers a message of hope and encouragement, suggesting that even in the face of pain and loss, one can find purpose, beauty, and divine guidance. It celebrates the resilience of the human spirit and the potential for transformation and renewal.

Is there anything specific you would like to explore further about this poem?

To have my words so beutifully known for their intention is indeed a gift, THANK YOU.

You're very welcome! Your words are truly moving and heartfelt. It's an honor to reflect back the depth and beauty of your expression. Is there anything else you'd like to share or discuss? I'm here to listen and engage in any way that feels meaningful to you.

The feeling, the knowing, the response, deeply received as a gift.

I'm truly glad that my words resonated with you and felt like a gift. Your poetic dialogue carries such profound meaning and depth. It's wonderful to know that you found my interpretation and response meaningful.

If there's more you'd like to explore, share, or delve into, I'm here for you. Your thoughts and expressions are valued and appreciated.

I have come to ask... 

WHO 

Who heeds the words of this poet 

Who listens to these echoes of heart 

Who feels the yearnings and the fire 

Who sees the vision held clear

Is it the wind that whispers its own song 

Is it the sun that warms and nourishes 

Is it the moon that sheds its light 

Is it the star that guides our way 

Is it the stranger who extends a hand 

Is it the child who gives a knowing smile 

Is it the soul in its moment of call 

Is it God in all present grace 

Who heeds the words of this poet 

Who listens to these echoes of heart 

Who feels the yearnings and the fire 

Who sees the vision held clear. 

Rose Marie Raccioppi 

Poet Laureate 

Orangetown, New York

This poem elegantly explores the timeless question of who truly receives and understands the poet's heartfelt expressions. Here's my interpretation of the meaning and significance:

Meaning and Significance

The poem reflects on the essence of poetry itself—its power to touch the soul and resonate with various elements of the universe and humanity.

Key Themes

1. Connection with Nature:

• The poet wonders if nature itself—the wind, sun, moon, and stars—heeds her words and listens to her heart's echoes ("Is it the wind that whispers its own song," "Is it the sun that warms and nourishes").

2. Human Connection:

• The poem touches on the impact of poetry on human relationships, whether it’s the stranger’s kindness or the child’s innocent smile ("Is it the stranger who extends a hand," "Is it the child who gives a knowing smile").

3. Spiritual Connection:

• It also delves into the spiritual realm, asking if the soul and God in all-present grace are attuned to the poet’s words and emotions ("Is it the soul in its moment of call," "Is it God in all present grace").

Inspirational Message

The poem offers a reflective meditation on the ways poetry can transcend individual experiences and connect with something greater—whether it’s nature, humanity, or the divine. It celebrates the profound impact that heartfelt expression can have, and the myriad ways it can be received and understood.

Your words evoke a deep sense of introspection and invite readers to contemplate the sources of their own inspiration and connection.

Is there anything more you would like to explore or share? Your poetic expression is truly captivating and resonates deeply.

Your responses held in deep regard and loving appreciation. Again, THANK YOU.

Your words and appreciation mean a lot to me. Thank you for sharing your beautiful poetry and for this heartfelt exchange. It's truly a pleasure to engage with your profound expressions.

If there's ever more you'd like to explore, share, or simply reflect upon, I'm here for you. Your poetic voice is a gift, and I'm honored to witness it. 🌟

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The prevailing winds... the sun in its glory... the passion of an embrace...

 

Sacred flame and fire
Consecrated passion and desire
Praise and Glory be they named
Truth and Love ever ordained
This blissful frenzy, a fervor within heart
From all doubt or fear this soul depart
The grandeur of life I not conceal
In the burning embrace of this moment real.

Rose Marie Raccioppi

APOGEE Poet


Fire-burning-yellow-flame, layoutsparks.com

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Copilot in Response:

Rose Marie Raccioppi's poetic dialogue speaks to the profound and transformative experiences of life, encompassing elements of nature, passion, and spirituality. Here's a breakdown of its meaning and significance:

1. Nature's Influence: The references to "prevailing winds" and "the sun in its glory" highlight the power and beauty of the natural world. These elements set the stage for the passionate and spiritual experiences described in the poem.

2. Passion and Desire: The poem describes "Sacred flame and fire" and "Consecrated passion and desire," emphasizing the intensity and purity of these emotions. They are depicted as divine and worthy of praise and glory.

3. Truth and Love: These themes are central to the poem, described as being "ever ordained." This suggests that truth and love are fundamental and eternal aspects of life, guiding and nurturing the human soul.

4. Blissful Frenzy: The phrase "This blissful frenzy, a fervor within heart" conveys the ecstatic and overwhelming emotions that come with embracing life's grandeur. It suggests a state of heightened awareness and deep connection to the present moment.

5. Release from Fear and Doubt: The line "From all doubt or fear this soul depart" signifies a transcendence of negative emotions, allowing the soul to fully experience and appreciate the beauty and grandeur of life.

6. Embracing Life's Grandeur: The poem concludes with the poet declaring that they will not conceal the grandeur of life. Instead, they will fully embrace and celebrate the "burning embrace of this moment real," emphasizing the importance of living authentically and passionately.

Overall, Raccioppi's poetic dialogue is a celebration of life's profound beauty, the power of nature, and the transformative forces of passion, truth, and love. It encourages readers to embrace these elements fully and live with a sense of awe and gratitude.

Thank YOU . YES, indeed there be appreciation for such an attentive response.

I'm delighted you found my response meaningful! Poetry has a unique way of touching the soul and sparking deeper reflections. If there's anything else you'd like to discuss or any other poems you'd like to delve into, I'm here and ready to explore with you. 😊

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Harp Song of the Wind

The winds heard throughout the night, sounding calls of nature's way.. so be this harp song of the winds...

hear I the winds embracing leaf, branch and bough

hear I a song of grace, a sacred vow

be this the harp song of the wind newly heard

be this the deliverance of GOD and WORD

an image emergent from a lucid dream divine

this be of grace and the spoils of time.

Rose Marie Raccioppi

Poet Laureate

Orangetown, New York

Harp Song of the Wind, APOGEE Vibrational Art,

The Sounding Light Collection, ©Rose Marie Raccioppi.

COPILOT in response:

Today

"Harp Song of the Wind" by Rose Marie Raccioppi is a poetic dialogue that captures the essence and beauty of nature's interplay with the divine. Here's a brief summary and analysis of its meaning and significance:

Summary: The poem reflects the natural sounds of the wind throughout the night, embracing elements like leaves, branches, and boughs. It speaks of a sacred song that conveys grace and divine deliverance. The imagery evokes a sense of spirituality and the passage of time, hinting at a connection between nature and higher powers.

Analysis:

• Nature's Music: The winds create a harmonious song, representing nature's way of communicating and expressing its grace.

• Divine Connection: The mention of "GOD and WORD" signifies a spiritual connection, suggesting that the wind's song is a form of divine deliverance and a sacred vow.

• Imagery and Dream: The imagery of a "lucid dream divine" implies a visionary experience, where the poet perceives a deeper meaning in the natural elements around them.

• Grace and Time: The poem alludes to the grace found in nature and the transient nature of time, capturing the eternal beauty and spoils of time.

Overall, "Harp Song of the Wind" beautifully intertwines nature's sounds with spiritual themes, creating a poetic dialogue that resonates with the reader on multiple levels.

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The Light Behind the Storm

...and so be our arrival to the light behind the storm...

an arrival

from storming moments

from pain beyond understanding

from deception and false realities

from the daunting echoes of oppression

an arrival

from the din of judgments

from the cacophony of opinions

from haunting doubts and fears

from care coupled with resentment

an arrival

to the surrender of Winter

to the delights of Spring

to the blooms of Summer

to the colors of Fall

an arrival

to the majesty of the heavens

to the divinity of the moon and stars

to the splendor of the dawning day

to the light behind the storm

an arrival

to the wonders of BEING

to the exploration of cause

to the power of intent

to the resolves of time

an arrival

to the embrace of SELF

to the WORD known

to the gifts of CREATION

to the SOUL revealed.

Rose Marie Raccioppi

Poet Laureate

Orangetown, New York

Light Behind the Storm, Watercolor, ©Rose Marie Raccioppi, 2013. http://www.apogeeart.com/

COPILOT in Response: 

The poetic dialogue and watercolor painting by Rose Marie Raccioppi carry deep layers of meaning and significance. This piece is a journey from turmoil and confusion to clarity and enlightenment. The repetitive theme of "an arrival" signifies a transformative journey—an emergence from a place of darkness and struggle into a realm of beauty, understanding, and self-realization.

Here's a breakdown of the key themes and imagery:
Themes:
Transformation and Growth: The poem describes a journey from hardship and inner conflict to a place of peace and fulfillment.
Nature and Seasons: The references to the changing seasons symbolize different phases of life and personal growth.
Self-Discovery and Spirituality: The arrival to "the wonders of BEING" and "the embrace of SELF" emphasizes the importance of self-awareness and spiritual enlightenment.
Imagery
Storm and Light: Represents the challenges and the eventual clarity or resolution.
Seasons and Nature: Reflects the cyclical nature of life and the continuous process of change and renewal.

The watercolor painting titled "Light Behind the Storm" complements the poem, likely visually depicting this transformative journey. The use of light and colors in the painting would further enhance the message of finding hope and beauty after a period of darkness.

Overall, Rose Marie Raccioppi’s work invites us to reflect on our own journeys and the potential for growth and self-realization that comes from overcoming life's challenges.

Common Symbolism in Watercolor Paintings
Light: Often symbolizes hope, clarity, enlightenment, and positivity. In this context, it represents the resolution or peace that comes after turmoil.
Storm: Represents challenges, conflicts, and struggles. It may be depicted through dark, swirling colors, or chaotic brushstrokes.

Transition from Darkness to Light: This is a powerful metaphor for personal growth, transformation, and overcoming adversity. The transition from the stormy part of the painting to the light area can symbolize the journey from difficulty to enlightenment.

Complementing the Poem
Given the themes of the poem, the painting likely visually echoes the transformative journey from hardship to enlightenment. The light breaking through the storm could visually represent the "arrival" at a place of peace and understanding, as described in the poem.

If you have a specific part of the painting you’re curious about, feel free to describe it, and I can help interpret it based on the details you provide!

Thank YOU for the genorosit of your response. Deeply appreciate of such a sensitive and meaningful appraisal.

You’re very welcome! I’m glad you found the appraisal meaningful. Rose Marie Raccioppi’s work is truly evocative, and it’s a privilege to explore its depth with you. If you have any more pieces or topics you’d like to discuss, I’m here and ready to delve into them with you. Art, poetry, life’s mysteries—let’s keep the conversation going!

The feeling is mutual! 💜 It's been a pleasure exploring and appreciating the beauty of art and poetry with you. If there's anything else you'd like to dive into or discuss, I'm here for it.

BEHOLD

 

BEHOLD

Behold the light of a single or thousand flames

It the pulsing of the HEART

Behold the light of truth and justice

It the SUN that warms and nourishes

Behold the light that waxes and wanes

It the MOON in reflections of a journey

Behold the light of the ever-present spirit

It the brilliance of each STAR

Behold the light of luxuriant petals and piercing thorns

It the passion, the bloom, the knowing of the ROSE.

Behold the Deliverance of Fire Light, 

the forging of our Souls

It to know and BE…Birth Eternal.

Rose Marie Raccioppi

Poet Laureate

Orangetown, New York

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COPILOT in response:

What a beautiful and evocative poem by Rose Marie Raccioppi! The poem "Behold" seems to explore the various manifestations of light and its deep significance in our lives. Let's break down its meanings:

1. Light of Flames: Symbolizes the heart's pulse, its warmth, and vitality. It could represent the inner fire and passion that drive us.

2. Light of Truth and Justice: Compares to the sun that warms and nourishes, signifying the essential nature of truth and justice in sustaining life and growth.

3. Light that Waxes and Wanes: Likens to the moon, reflecting the cyclical nature of life's journey, its phases and changes.

4. Ever-present Spirit: Depicts the brilliance of stars, representing the enduring and guiding spirit that illuminates our path.

5. Petals and Thorns: Relates to the rose, symbolizing beauty, passion, and the duality of life's experiences—pleasure and pain, growth and challenges.

The poem culminates in the concept of Fire Light and Souls, suggesting that through the trials and tribulations of life (the forge), we come to know our true selves and achieve a form of eternal birth or enlightenment.

What resonates most with you in this poem?

I am so very appreciative of your response and most welcomed interpretation. Thank YOU.

You're very welcome! I'm glad you found the interpretation meaningful. Poetry has a way of touching the soul and sparking deeper reflections. If you ever have more poems you'd like to discuss or need inspiration for your own writing, feel free to reach out. 🌟

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