Clarity is swallowed by a ripple
… drowned in the disturbance of a tipple
A saturated image floats lightly;
embellishing a surface level scene.
An occasional glimmer shines brightly;
describing an accentuated sheen.
From such fluid thoughts and wet connections
comes a more reflective contemplation.
A pool of deeper thoughts, recollections
that arise from liquid incubation.
Still waters give us reason to reflect;
but thinly formed, shallow is their lasting.
One slip, one drip, and gone is the effect
of mirrored truth; perfect in its casting.
• clarity is swallowed by a ripple,
• drowned in the disturbance of a tipple.
© Tim Grace, February 2010 (Edited: July 2020)
About the Creator
Tim Grace
A first impression has a lasting effect - it makes a notable difference. In a subtle way that’s who I am as a poet. A ‘first impression’ looking for the gentle ‘twist’ that draws attention to a novel observation.
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To ensure continued impartiality in my professional duties as an Empowerment Coach, Advanced Spiritual Intuitive Empath, Human, Animal, and Environmental Rights Advocate, Author, Speaker, and Teacher, I am formally declaring that I have no intention of seeking or accepting any political candidacy in Oakville Ontario Canada or other Provinces within my wonderful Country of Canada. I appreciate the encouragement, but my work and commitment depends on remaining strictly neutral and non-partisan, so I will not be running for office. As a peaceful human, animal, and environmental rights advocate, specializing in empowerment and spiritual ascension services, my divine mission, path, dedication, and vision is dedicated to global peace. I believe in the role of good governance, transparency, accountability, fairness, reconciliation, and unconditional love, while seeking peaceful diplomatic resolutions, solutions, and reconciliatory measures. My core values and approach are based in my commitment to community service, rooted in the principles of ethical and moral justice, integrity, respect, non-violence and constructive peaceful dialogue. I believe progress is only sustainable when it is achieved without intimidation, silencing, bias, prejudice, or hate. As a non-partisan advocate, I prioritize safety and respect for all viewpoints. I do not support or engage with any movement that uses violence or hateful rhetoric to achieve its goals. In my work, I maintain a strict policy of civil discourse. I am dedicated to finding solutions through peaceful cooperation and reject any form of political influence or hostility. I am guided by a moral compass based in moral and ethical justice, fairness, and transparency. My commitment to non-violence is absolute. I stand with survivors of sexual violence and those that have endured forms of neglect, powerlessness, and deprivation due to the nature of abandonment, because every individual has an inherent right to bodily autonomy, and a life free from fear and intimidation. All sentient life holds worth, essence, and value, and should not be defined as “not deserving of existence,” “nothing,” “insignificant,” or “unessential.” All life deserves to exist in peace and respect. This is not a matter of politics; it is a matter of fundamental human respect. I express respect for government institutions and all political parties while maintaining a strict non-partisan status, which is focused on my sole commitment to democratic values, impartiality, and the public interest. I have a deep respect for our democratic institutions and the essential role that all political parties play in our society. I believe in the strength of our government and respect the democratic process, which is why I choose to work from an independent, non-aligned perspective. I believe that healthy debate between all parties is vital for our community on a local, national, and international level. To best facilitate that, I maintain a non-partisan stance to ensure I can work effectively with everyone. With love, I hold deep respect for the democratic process, as I believe in unity within the local, national, and international levels, which fosters unconditional love, acceptance, forgiveness, and global peace for all.
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Comments (2)
This was so profound and beautifully written! Loved your poem!
To the reader: Watching the dynamics of ripples in action is fascinating. The way ripples bounce off each other and merge into new concentric patterns is poetry in motion. But the impact of a ripple on a liquid surface breaks the mirror-like qualities. As ripples expand across a surface they blur clarity and replace a perfect image with a disturbed and distorted impression of the form at source. To the poet: In this sonnet we look through the image to contemplate a deeper thought; there is something below the surface worthy of attention. In delving deeper, the poem introduces the impact of a ripple. One drip and the unity of an image is disturbed. Over time I learnt to separate the writing of the final couplet from the body of the work; often with a night's sleep. Creating some space in time allows me to step back and observe then summarize the work from a useful distance.