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Threads of Understanding

3/13/2013

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Threads of Understanding

It is frightfully clear that
I don’t get what life is all about.
But there are threads of understanding
That I sometimes see in the
Tapestry that is my existence.   

Now and again, a thread is gold colored, and the
Clarity of my comprehension is shining bright. 
Every so often one shows up as purple, for healing,
Mine, or someone else’s. 
But in truth, most of the time I don’t see
Any specific strand at all.

Generally, these lines of insight
Are woven so tightly
With the multi-colored fibers of what I think and
What other people tell me, that
There is no real distinct
Definition in the weaving. 

And just when I do get gossamer
Of understanding,
It goes away. The line that I follow with my
Mind’s eye gets lost in the warp and the woof
Of the weaving that is me.    

Ephemeral threads of understanding.  Extraordinary,
When I see exquisite patterns,
Frustrating, when I see complicated tangles.

Susan Patterson

Threads of Understanding  Audio


A bit of explanation...

This poem, of course, is a commentary about how little we humans know, even though we want total knowledge of our purpose and path for our life.  We long to see a reason for everything.  When we do, or think we do, it is so very satisfying.  When we do not, there is such a sense of confusion.  Do you agree?  skp

Just a little something else...

I know many beautiful and intelligent women.  By the time you get to be my age, most women have figured out how to be smart and/or beautiful, in at least one or more capacities.  That ability should come with age.  I’m glad it does.  There are two such friends of mine, a little younger than I, blond, beautiful, smart and, of course, very competent.  Both are outstanding cooks.  Men drool just talking about the meals they prepare.  And, men talk about their cooking a lot.  Isn't that special?  I have been to dinner at both of their homes.  And on separate occasions, while their guests were gorging on perfect home made pies, each of them looked off into the air and sighed,  “I can bake.”  It was analogous to a teenage girl sighing, “I’m in love.”  I could only stare in agreement… with my mouth full. 

Now comes me.  I can bake… some.  It’s in my genes, but not in practice at my home.  I’m not dedicated.  But I have my ways.  One is Brown Bread in a can.  Do you know about it?  I had forgotten about it until I was at tea at another friend’s house.  (She too is one of those fabulous cooks.)  She served these great little sandwiches made with Brown Bread in a can.  They were absolutely delicious.  So, here is a little something… try Brown Bread in a can, made by B & M baked Bean Company since 1867 or there abouts.  You will find it in the grocery store, next to their baked beans. 

The bread is baked right in the can.  It is made with all natural ingredients, cholesterol free, low in fat and sugar, and tastes wonderful. You just open both ends of the can, push the bread out, slice and eat.  You can, of course, put on toppings such as whipped cream cheese, but plain is great as well.  Brown Bread in a can, yes ladies, it will make you beautiful and smart all at the same time.   skp

10 Comments
Edmund link
3/13/2013 10:40:29 pm

Well done, a warm and friendly mixture of thought and action. The thoughts that rise from the poem and the action of cooking and serving, both vital to our lives. Perhaps on a future occasion a favourite recipe of Ms Patterson's own that we can prepare and serve when we tell our guests of her new blog?
A very nice blog.

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Edmund
3/15/2013 07:05:56 am

Thank you, my dear, for being my number two fan, (number one in Europe) and for introducing me to so many fascinating people all around the world. Long live Radio Kinver! skp

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Johann Starnberg
3/14/2013 04:11:14 am

Congratulations Ms Patterson. I have long been a fan of yours via Radio Kinver. I got this address from Edmund whom I called in on today as I was passing through Staffordshire.
A nice idea fro your fans to come and browse and lose themselves in your poems and thoughts. Your existing web home is brilliant and has so much to interest people this is like a special treat.

I just wished to let you know that here in German we really are enjoying 'Tom and Irma' I take it with me on my table where ever I go. Every success to you from myself and my wife Karin and son Kurt and daughter Irina.
Johan

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Johnann
3/15/2013 07:09:43 am

How kind of you to write! I am so happy that you and your family have enjoyed the 'Tom and Irma' stories. The series certainly was a surprise to me. I hope, too, that you will continue to check in once in awhile with me and see what is new. May we always be Radio Kinver and blog friends. skp

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Bill
3/15/2013 03:39:14 am

The blog is looking good!

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Bill
3/15/2013 03:42:44 am

Thanks, Bill! I've had lots of positive response, even in these early stages. skp

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Bonnie
3/16/2013 05:30:32 am

Years ago,when I lived on the east coast ,we would have hot dogs, baked beans and brown bread to feed a crowd for almost no cost and no work. I loved it.

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Bonnie
4/4/2013 01:50:27 am

Brown bread, it seems is not as common as it used to be, but yes, I love it too.

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Cheryl Snow
3/20/2013 02:29:19 am

Nicely done, Susan! I particularly like this combo of a poetry-taste plus a peek into your surrounding thoughts via the little story -- keep that up -- they complement each other, and expand the understanding of a writer's life....

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Cheryl
4/4/2013 01:53:16 am

Thank you, my dear. Blogging is a very nice way to expand and share one's world. As amazing as it is, people are always interested in what others are doing.

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