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<![CDATA[The Causerie - The Causerie]]>Thu, 06 Apr 2023 04:16:06 -0700EditMySite<![CDATA[The Mary in Every Woman]]>Fri, 11 May 2018 23:22:56 GMThttp://www.thecauserie.com/the-causerie/the-mary-in-every-woman

The Mary in Every Woman

As all women do,
She had a knowing.
Not of everything,
But certainly of those things
Important to, but not spoken of,
By her husband and children.

She knew of loves and desires.
And of
That which was feared
And of
That which was needed.

She did not speak of her knowing.
At times she could not even
Bring it to mind.
There was no need to do so,
Because she always knew.

Earlene Grey
07-07

Audio and Author Comment~

Mother's Day in the United States is coming up soon. We are told by advertisers and those in the know, that we should celebrate and thank our mothers. Yep, I agree. Well actually, we should celebrate every individual human on this earth some how and in some way. But back to the subject at hand. Mothers generally know a lot. If they are wise mothers, they know when to share what they have divined and when to keep silent. My mother did, and I celebrate her for it. I am a better person because Irma knew when to share the secrets, if ever. Your poet, skp

The above poem, The Mary in Every Woman, can be found in
Heart to Heart~Considered Sentiments for Teatime

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The mother deer obviously knows something is up.

To all the women who 'know', we salute you.

]]><![CDATA[A Story of Delicacy]]>Tue, 24 Apr 2018 20:34:26 GMThttp://www.thecauserie.com/the-causerie/a-story-of-delicacy4451764

"They met in the night."

A Story of Delicacy

They met under the covers,
This couple in the night.
He and she barely touched,
But their subtle intensity
Was intoxicating.

With her fingers, she
Followed the lines of his life that
Were etched in his hands.
She spent a half a hour just on the
Right hand alone.
The touch lifted her.

Then she went to his left hand. It
Too told his story.
She felt it in the hollow of his palm
And in the strength of his fingers.
She was reminded of what she
Already knew about him.

Their lips almost met,
Their bodies almost entwined,
But intentionally they did not.
Magnetism ensued.
Hands heeded the passion.
He responded
By placing her hand
Just where it needed to be.
She did the same.

Susan Patterson
12-2015

Audio and Author Comment~

Well, well, maybe I should not post this poem. Perhaps it is a little too explicit. Ah, the heart of a poet! What can one say? May you always have passion in your life.

"A Story of Delicacy" can be found in my new book, Passions. You can find Passions at http://www.earlenegrey.com/passions.html Why not order a few for gifts in the coming months?

NEW...PASSIONS in a Gift Box!

Passions From Oregon will be available this summer! How exciting is this? Very! The Earlene Grey company has combined all that we love...excellent tea, fabulous chocolate and our book, Passions, to make a great gift package. Watch for it in your favorite gift shops. If your usual store doesn't have it yet, email Susan@EarleneGrey and we will get you a supply of Passions From Oregon. Why not give this terrific present to all of your passionate friends!

The wonder and glory of our Earth. May it always be this beautiful.

May your spring 2018 be full of insight and passion. Your poet, skp.

]]><![CDATA[The Lament of the New Butterfly]]>Wed, 14 Mar 2018 23:33:25 GMThttp://www.thecauserie.com/the-causerie/the-lament-of-the-new-butterfly8355640

A beautiful red butterfly coming out of camouflage.

The Lament of the New Butterfly

There is yellow
Coming out of
Things in the yard.
There is a lighter
Shade of green
Out there as well.

It must be Spring.
When did that happen?

I was quite liking my
Brown and grey cocoon,
So safe and quiet.
Now, I will have to unfold my wings.

I liked being wrapped up in my self.
I liked not seeing anything else but
The inside of me.

And now with my wings unfolded,
(But, oh, my Lord, aren’t they gorgeous!)
With them ready to go,
I am expected to flit and fly
Visiting other creatures, that
I can only tolerate for a moment or two.

Oh, Spring, what hast thou done to me!

Susan Patterson
03-2013

I trot out this oldie but goodie poem almost every spring. It makes me laugh. This poor butterfly is destined to be beautiful and busy flitting around. But, no, it just wants to be warm and brown. Ah, isn't it the way it is so often in life?

And, because I posted 'The Lament of the New Butterfly' often, I am posting a second poem,
The Usual Protestations'. Enjoy.

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The Usual
Protestations

‘To you my dear.’
A cup of tea is lifted
Out of respect
And in love.

‘No, no, no to you!’
A glass of wine
Is raised
In dissent.

They bicker
Back and forth
In mock challenge,
Neither of them
Prevailing in the
Comic dispute.

It doesn’t matter
Who is victorious.
Such battles are common,
In their very uncommon life.

Susan Patterson
02-2017

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Forsythia, the announcement of spring.

Happy Spring to you all!

]]><![CDATA[February 04th, 2018]]>Sun, 04 Feb 2018 21:44:57 GMThttp://www.thecauserie.com/the-causerie/february-04th-2018

'Mysteries matched by simple sensibilities, great circles of wisdom in the making', all over the world.

The Circular Sense of the Wisdom of Women

And so it goes.
From one woman to another.
Sometimes taking mere minutes,
Other times…years.

Secrets, blessings,
Hints, urgings,
Instructions.
Permission.

I’ve seen it happen.
Minds that speak.
Hearts that listen.

A ring of understanding.
One woman seeks and another
Answers with living knowledge.
Then ‘round to the next sister.
Mysteries matched by simple sensibilities.
Great circles of wisdom in the making.

Audio and Comment~

Shhh! Can you hear it? That is the sound of women working together. I read in the newspaper that women are poised to take on more responsibility and power in the running of these United States, if not the world. Well, good for women. Apparently there are more females than ever before...huge numbers... signing up to run for office. Yep. When women get equal representation, there just may be great circles of wisdom in the making. It has been said that women work better together than men do. Further, when banned together, they are a strong force to be reckoned with. It might be true. Let's hope so. We women are finally learning and believing in our talents and intelligence. Here is to the efforts of great women all over the world. skp

The poem, The Circular Sense of the Wisdom of Women, can be found in Heart to Heart~Considered Sentiments for Teatime, page 21. Please go to www.EarleneGrey.com to order the book.
The price for this beautiful hardback book is only $10 which includes the cost of shipping!

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This is winter in all of its glory in the Northwest of the United States.

The Causerie - May it always be wisdom in the making. Thank you for reading.

]]><![CDATA[The Good Love Will Be Timeless; The Great Love Will Be Endless]]>Sat, 20 Jan 2018 01:55:17 GMThttp://www.thecauserie.com/the-causerie/january-19th-2018

Time belonged to other people, as did politics and occupation and rush.

The Good Love Will Be Timeless,
The Great Love Will Be Endless

They wanted and waited
For nothing.
Time was neither a
Friend nor an enemy.
It wasn’t really part of their life.

Time belonged to other people,
As did politics
And occupation
And rush.

Theirs was a world of
Tranquility by demand,
Intellect by nature,
Detachment by choice.

Love had found them young
And they claimed it
As their past and future.
There is no doubt,
No fear,
No need for explanation.

And so it will be,
No matter what.

Susan Patterson
01-2016

Audio and Author Comment~

Oh, that we could ignore the world and all of its stress. Maybe finding the right partner is the answer. Maybe finding the right occupation, the perfect place to live are answers as well. There could be a myriad of ways to protect oneself from the clatter of the world. Deep in our soul each of us can find a way. Maybe it is fighting for what is right. Maybe it is stealing away with the love of your life. skp

Passions Now Available

Passions

The poem featured in this week's Causerie can be found in our new book, Passions. You may buy your copies at www.earlenegrey.com. The book is on sale for $10.00, no limit in purchase.

You will find the book filled with love stories that are beautiful; some bold and some bawdy; but all respectful of the love human nature can produce. Reading Passions will simply make you feel wonderful! If you would like an autographed copy, please email Susan Patterson direct at susan@earlenegrey.com

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Gotta' love Oregon!

Best wishes in this new year. Keep the faith. Be happy. skp

]]><![CDATA[Whether Planned or Unplanned, The Breakaway is Powerful]]>Thu, 11 Jan 2018 21:34:32 GMThttp://www.thecauserie.com/the-causerie/whether-planned-or-unplanned-the-breakaway-is-powerful7961976

Some will 'cheer you on and privately watch and follow.'

Whether Planned or Unplanned,
The Breakaway is Powerful

It takes audacity,
Possibly foolishness,
Certainly courage,

To break away from
That which is pressing you
Down or pulling you back.

Some would say, ‘Be careful.’
Others would say, ‘Who cares?’

But, it is yours to say, not
Theirs.
Yours
And those who cheer
You on and those who
Privately
Watch and follow.

Susan Patterson
09-2012

Audio and Author Comment

Hello there! We are seriously in the winter season here in Oregon. The roads are wet and sometimes icy. The path out of our house is not always clear. Nevertheless, on occasion we must. If it were up to me, I would be staying home most of the time. Ah, silly me. Sometimes a breakaway is called for. Whether it is a serious change in a living situation or a small adjustment, taking the steps is vitally important...for us and those we lead. Happy winter days! Your poet, skp

The poem, Whether Planned or Unplanned, The Breakaway is Powerful, can be found in our book, Unnoticed Moments. What luck! You can purchase Unnoticed Moments at www.earlenegrey.com/

For those who do not want to look at or think about winter, here you go.

Best wishes for a happy new year. 2018 will be better. skp

]]><![CDATA[A Clear and Sustainable Appreciation of Reality]]>Thu, 28 Dec 2017 21:17:39 GMThttp://www.thecauserie.com/the-causerie/a-clear-and-sustainable-appreciation-of-reality8398392

All through the universe, realities may run together.

A Clear and Sustainable
Appreciation of Reality

Was is not real.
It passed in the night and
Transformed itself into
That which is now.

Now is what we have.
It has grown from many
Nights of passings,
From fading away to
Transfiguration to
Existence.

It has become what we know
And what we can trust.
It has become
Our everlasting.
That is what our love is,
That is what our life is,
Not was.

Susan Patterson
04-2012

     Hello there! Have you missed me? I have missed you. I did not realize the affection of The Causerie to my readers until I stopped posting for awhile. Very sorry, I was otherwise occupied with a little breast cancer, but I am much better now. So, welcome back to The Causerie. By the way, if you did not know, Causerie is a French word for discussion. Therefore, feel free to email me or comment on The Causerie what you think. You and I will have a little discussion. ☺️

     The poem posted above is an older piece, but still quite valid. We get so wrapped up in what 'was' in the world, we forget about what is going on now. Our confusion could come from remembering happier times or it could come from times which were so difficult that even breathing was difficult. No matter. Now is our reality.   What is it that might make your 'now' better? What will make you and yours happy? I urge you to take a step to discover a better 'now'. Thank you for reading. Your poet, skp

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Passions-
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Passions, is a collection of Susan Patterson poems which speak for and from the heart of humanity.
The poetry presented in Passions may be at times
sexual, at times bawdy, but mostly loving and
respectful in our efforts to be better individuals.
The poems are small stories of sorts. And, these
poems range from sensual, to sexy, to emotionally
touching. All talk of love in one way or another.
All bring to light the human’s compassion and
ability to care for each other.

You can buy Passions for $10.00 at
www.earlenegrey.com.

Email---Susan@EarleneGrey.com about wholesale pricing information.

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     Here is a sample poem from our very popular little red book of love poems.

A Story of Delicacy

They met under the covers,
This couple in the night.
He and she barely touched,
But their subtle intensity
Was intoxicating.

With her fingers, she
Followed the lines of his life that
Were etched in his hands.
She spent a half a hour just on the
Right hand alone.
The touch lifted her.

Then she went to his left hand. It
Too told his story.
She felt it in the hollow of his palm
And in the strength of his fingers.
She was reminded of what she
Already knew about him.

Their lips almost met,
Their bodies almost entwined,
But intentionally they did not.
Magnetism ensued.
Hands heeded the passion.
He responded
By placing her hand
Just where it needed to be.
She did the same.

Susan Patterson
12-2015

Happy New Year from your friend and poet, skp

]]><![CDATA[Taking Leave You and I]]>Sat, 15 Jul 2017 07:00:00 GMThttp://www.thecauserie.com/the-causerie/taking-leave-you-and-i7268920

Taking Leave,
You and I

Now let us
Find indulgence
In one anther’s person.
Let us wander the
Intimate hills and valleys
Of the soul-encased
Landscapes
We know so well.

We will call sanctuary
In each other’s arms
And find refuge
In the embrace.

You will lie still from
The thoughts that tangle.
I will listen to
Your steady breathing.

We will take leave of
The wars of the world
And the cares that bind.

We will forgive and forget
Yesterday,
Make peace
With tomorrow
And take pleasure
In today.

Susan Patterson
12-2014

Audio and Author Comment~

Well, if this isn't a fun in the sun poem, I don't know what is. Ah, that we all may in the current sense, in memory, or in dreams, have someone to 'find indulgence in one another's person'. Let us enjoy the loves of our lives. Happy summer days to you! skp

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'Passions' To Be Available Fall 2017

'Passions'- a book of love by Susan Patterson

We have been busy here in the world of Earlene Grey. We have added to our library of available books a wonderful collection of poetry that is not what you might would usually expect from Susan Patterson.

Our new offering is a book of poetry titled 'Passions'. The poems are small stories of sorts. And, these poems range from sensual, to sexy, to emotionally touching. All talk of love in one way or another. All bring to light the human's compassion and ability to care for each other. 'Passions' will be available in the Autumn of 2017.

Yep, it's finally on its way. However, many of you have been waiting for this book. We know, we know. So, the Earlene Grey company has ordered enough copies for those who want 'Passions' asap. Here's the deal. Just let Susan know if you want a copy or copies of 'Passions' ahead of the main release. She is keeping a list...and checking it twice. Simply email her directly at Susan@EarleneGrey.com

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Sunshine on its way to visit another part of our earth.

This posting of The Causerie is dedicated to Janet. skp

]]><![CDATA[A Singular Kind of Love]]>Wed, 28 Jun 2017 21:55:04 GMThttp://www.thecauserie.com/the-causerie/a-singular-kind-of-love2160545

They were so close, one would think that at times their souls mingled.

A Singular Kind of Love

They were so close
One would think
That at times, their souls
Mingled in each other’s bodies.
Their thoughts were often
Intertwined even when their arms,
Were not.

When separated,
Either for a moment
Or for a millennium,
Neither was quite sure
Of the time spent because,
They were never
Truly apart.

Susan Patterson
06-2106

Audio and Author Comment~

Hello there! I'm still here! Thank you for comments and concerns about where "The Causerie' is. All is good. Now, I hope that you like this poetic offering my blog. It can be found in my new book, 'Passions'.

We all could use a love that lasts the millennia. Some loves need to be made. Others can be found. However love comes to you, best wishes in the enjoyment of its pleasures and meaning in your life. skp

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'Passions' to be Available This Fall!

Susan Patterson's latest book of poetry, 'Passions'.

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Summer, when green is the color of the day.

Remember, order your copy or copies of 'Passion' at Susan@EarleneGrey.com

]]><![CDATA[As In Most of Life's Passages, Acceptance is Not a Bad Thing]]>Fri, 05 May 2017 20:48:30 GMThttp://www.thecauserie.com/the-causerie/as-in-most-of-lifes-passages-acceptance-is-not-a-bad-thing

Birds taking flight may be similar to us making changes in our lives.

As in Most of Life’s Passages,
Acceptance is Not a Bad Thing

The absorbing effort of the
Ineffectual intellect
Is at most, fearful.
At the least, it is bewildering.

Somewhere in the middle,
Is the understanding
Of one’s own acumen--
Brilliance that is belied
By the moment
A mind
Must take
In order
To become
Clear.

Susan Patterson
05-2013

I don't think I want to say too much about this poem. To some, a discussion of it might be deeply personal. To others it might become an explanation of life. Other readers may find it utter nonsense. However, I will say that it represents a transition time, and we all know that changes are not by definition, easy or difficult. They just are changes. skp

This poem can be found in the book, Unnoticed Moments, for sale at www.EarleneGrey.com

The spring of 2017 in Oregon. Still beautiful to many of us.

Happy Spring days to you, wet or dry, sunny or cold, alone or with company. Our best to our readers. skp

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