“……how can we find our way?”
“How dare’st we go down yon slope?
“No footsie holds we seez, only tumblin’ rocks!”
Thus did Mistress Mouse and Rooster and Spottedty Goat all groan without hope,
As Rainbow Fly and Old Crow called to march on with pulled-up socks.
”Oh, weez has such nice clean bright Safe Room!
“Why weez even need to leave such sweet dear spot?”
Huddled in crooning more and more friends all a-boom,
E’en while Crook-Eye and Bush Nose pointed to new found slot.
“Oh, ye timid ones, ye anxious ones, look ye sharp round that first bend!
“Look ye close to find narrow way, twixt those rocks and thorns!
“For The One knows just the space ye needs to send
“Those toes and claws down so safely held like new-borns.”
granbee 
Jun 12, 2012 @ 15:05:16
Old Crow frowning as only an old crow can waved a wing of despairing thought at wee timerous mousey and Rooster and Spottedty Goat. Taking the wing and ear of Young Blusey he whispered ” Sees yee what I sees they wee’un they fliperty floperty hipperty hopperty crawlin’and a walking ones they all fallin at the firstest post ! We knowses that the way be long and dangerous but they did not, we do needs to be forgivin of them they not as knowing as us!
Light up, light up Blusey warm their way we needs to be a coaxin and a cajolin and a tellin the wee’un the timididy weakly scary ones we need to show them the way!
Wees all like to stay in bright room, white room, comfy room with food and cosy cushions but we need to spread da Word! The One, he knows well what we must do he knows well what we can do ! He loves us each and every critterly unfolkesy one of us even you timerous wee mousey! He holds us all in the plam of his lovely caring handy!
Up , up ye gets our stranger than strange crew onward, onwards we have lots to do. The way is safest if we follow yon narrow track betwix and between and we all stay in Blusey’s light.”
And so with much mumblin and a grumblin they set forth and some even fifth!
Jun 13, 2012 @ 04:48:54
And they will lift each other up and toss each other over and push each other past many a barrier on this winding, narrow, rough path they are set upon by their Creator! He knows what strength and skills they need to develop to be able to benefit from that Perfect Light when at last they find it!
Jun 13, 2012 @ 23:23:13
nice..the marching on with pulled-up socks made me smile a bit…and just love that closure..
Jun 16, 2012 @ 23:27:52
Claudia, I am ALWAYS having to “pull up my socks” literally and psychologically when marching on after a rest in my life! So pleased you enjoyed that phrase! And thrilled the ending worked for you! Thanks!
Jun 13, 2012 @ 23:37:07
Even though the path may seem tough, we must carry on and move forward because “The One knows just the space ye needs to send” ~Wonderful, delightful and moving, Rose~xx
Jun 16, 2012 @ 23:28:34
I have a feeling you understand how tough that path can get at times, Lauren. So pleased you join me in spirit on this!
Jun 14, 2012 @ 23:06:51
There is something about the feelings evoked by this and many of your other poems… I can’t put my finger on it. I didn’t even notice it at first. I like it. I’ll have to think on it some more.
Jun 16, 2012 @ 23:29:39
Soulwalker, I know your inner spirit understands fully what it is you are trying to put your finger on in my posts! So pleased you are meditating upon these lines. March onward and upward, always!
Jun 15, 2012 @ 03:22:21
Oh Granbee the lightness of your words is amusing and the depth of the meaning is touching. This is a great poem 🙂
Jun 16, 2012 @ 23:30:21
So very, very pleased such an asute poet as yourself sees both lightness and depth in these lines! Thank you, Brother AJ!
Jun 16, 2012 @ 11:31:18
Ahhhh, “For The One knows just the space ye needs to send
I know He KNOWS what we need, but alas, at times, I just don’t get it!! Thank you, granbee, for the sweet reminder of the inner strength the LORD knows we have, the skills He knows we need, and the promise that He is there no matter what!!!
Jun 16, 2012 @ 23:31:28
Yes, Becca, God knows quite precisely what we are capable of and what “equipment” He needs to provide us!
Jun 16, 2012 @ 11:40:06
On many of your posts I’m unable to add a comment because the comment box isn’t present, and when I click on the “+add yours” the comment box still doesn’t show up. Anyways…………….
Thanks for letting me camp out in your blog for a little while. I had a great time and tried to leave my campsite as clean as when I arrived. I’ll be back!
Jun 16, 2012 @ 23:32:55
Russel Ray, if a post is over 30 days old, I think comments are closed! You can always comment in “About” –or just add the comment on those older posts to something you wish to post on a newer post. So very pleased you have been camping with us and welcome you to continue on this journey!
Jun 17, 2012 @ 00:26:18
Why do you turn comments off on posts that are over 30 days old?
Jun 26, 2012 @ 04:13:42
Russel, I will probably change this comments control in a day or so–sorry! I just thought it would be too overwhelming to go back more than one month to reply to comments! Thanks for making me rethink this!
Jun 17, 2012 @ 00:40:45
Love your blog. Will you please re-blog or create a new blog to stop donkey team roping in Texas. All the info is on my blog it is heart breaking and cruel that this is happening on June 23, 24th in Texas. Thank you from the donkeys.
Jun 26, 2012 @ 04:14:50
When I get to your blog today, I will be most happy to reblog your post on this issue! So glad you are enjoying my blog, as well!
Jun 17, 2012 @ 03:37:37
One foot in front of the other step by step hand in hand… All together.. As One…
Sending you a few thoughts your way Granbee, and wishing you a relaxing Sunday.. Sue x
Jun 26, 2012 @ 04:15:30
One foot in front of the other is how we must forge ahead–together, dear Sue. Many blessings wished on you!
Jun 17, 2012 @ 13:15:06
“For The One knows just the space ye needs to send
“Those toes and claws down so safely held like new-borns.”
In an amusing style you write very meaningful and inspiring poems.
Jun 26, 2012 @ 04:16:32
So very pleased you find these truths expressed in an entertaining manner, Indira. That is one of my primary goals with this allegorical series! Hooray!
Jun 26, 2012 @ 13:09:27
I love your style granbee.
Jun 27, 2012 @ 02:57:08
Bless you for such enthusiastic support! This means so much to me!
Jun 19, 2012 @ 03:00:01
Ahhh, such wonderful lines Rose:
Look ye close to find narrow way, twixt those rocks and thorns!
For The One knows just the space ye needs to send.
There is, indeed, always a way, even though it may be as narrow as the eye of needle – but you only need enough of a gap to see the light. :-). Great poetry, as ever, my friend, and always profound and subtle messages hidden amongst the feathers and bluster of your critters.
Jun 26, 2012 @ 04:18:22
And sometimes, dear Angela, we can pass through the eye of a needle much easier if friends are there to push and pull us through! So very pleased you are finding this poetry profound and subtle, for I never want to beat anyone over the head, but let readers discover the truths welling up inside themselves as they read and ponder over these lines.
Jun 26, 2012 @ 04:12:23
I’ve nominated you for the One Lovely Blog Award!
http://thehomesteadatspringcreek.wordpress.com/2012/06/25/lovely-blog-award/
Jun 26, 2012 @ 04:19:15
Heather, how very lovely and gracious of you to nominate me for this wonderful award. As many followers here already know, I do not really “do” awards, but feel much supported and encouraged by your kind nomination.
Jun 26, 2012 @ 04:25:45
I understand! I do appreciate you and your lovely blog 🙂
Jun 27, 2012 @ 02:57:35
Bless you for your generosity and your very gracious understanding!
Jun 26, 2012 @ 04:40:36
Love those toes and claws ending… Glad to reconnect Granbee. How are you? 🙂
Jun 27, 2012 @ 02:58:07
I am rather fond of those toes and claws myself! Great to be back. Will be over at your blog soon!
Jun 27, 2012 @ 20:20:27
Tumbling rocks’ a real bad sign, Granbee. I’d be running for the hills.
Jun 28, 2012 @ 04:01:31
Hang in there, Tots: we’uns about to be runnin’ faster than we ever thought possible–and carrying some hurt friends on our backs, to boot–real soon!
Jun 30, 2012 @ 10:00:51
Great stuff, I like it! Missed you Rose…:) 🙂
Jun 30, 2012 @ 22:10:09
Greg, so glad you enjoyed this post. I am getting into very trying times for our critterly friends and am not posting most of the segments I am writing now. I am still debating whether to post a quarreling sort of post today. This is VERY important to me to share appropriately on this blog. I feel a lot of responsibility! Pray for me, okay?
Jul 01, 2012 @ 00:21:15
Done!
Jul 03, 2012 @ 04:59:40
Bless you!
Jul 05, 2012 @ 23:39:19
I love the lines, the message behind it…
Jul 06, 2012 @ 05:42:24
Thank you so much, willof, for helping us to “find our way” together on this journey simply by your supportive comment!