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This Mother's Son in Starlight
by Nordette Adams
Wednesday, February 8, 2006

For Aberjhani upon the transition of his mother,
WillieMae Griffin Lloyd
(January 27, 1922-February 8, 2006)..

And one poet said to the other poet,
"Wonderful blessings you laid on us here, Aberjhani."*
And another poet said,
"Sometimes you meet someone who exudes a dynamic energy
coming from an inner flame," and she called him "Soulsinger"**
And yet another called "The Man that Poetry Made"
"sublime" and "The Onyx of Savannah."***

The Skylark, soars —
"This Mother's Son," with soul deep
and spirit wide as the shimmering expanse
of God's secret ocean, roaring
rhythmic prayers of mystics.

I, too, a poet, call him one born fresh
from The Verb's vision and one carved bold
from the monolith of grace,
One who stands an indomitable man
shaped by pain, loss, love, and
the emerald dreams of African kings,
the midnight song of Native chiefs,
the spiraling passions of prophets.

Final issue of WillieMae ...
"She did Jesus' recipe proud," he said.
And so he graced her life well
And so he blessed her with strength
as he has been so blessed.

Renamed by angels,
"one who loves god in all things,"
baby in place, elder in stature,
the royal face in public spaces, he graces us all
with unparalleled gifts and walks in beauty, peace,
and forgiveness
for the foolishness of disquieted minds —
one mother's son
risen to the full measure of a human being noble.


February 8, 2006
© Copyright 2006 Nordette Adams



Author's Notes:
* quote from Jerry Bolton's review of "This Mother's Son"
** from Mari Baur D'India's "Archetype of a Soul Singer"
*** a poem by Andre Emmanuel Bendavi ben YEHU
Words and titles in italics are either phrases from works by Aberjhani or the titles of works by Aberjhani.

"I am a Wheel"
By Nordette Adams


Reviewed by Mitzi Jackson 11/22/2006
Man your talent glows just as bright as your loving kindness
this is outstanding and i know it has reach the souls of many

know i didn't no.....
Reviewed by Mark Rockeymoore 2/20/2006
Brotha A, my heart goes out to you and yours, on the occasion of your loss. I know her soul remains with you. Sista Nordette, your pen is blessed, thank you for this touching tribute.
Reviewed by Iva Lawson 2/12/2006
Nordette, this is well prepared and well thought out and perhaps visionary on levels mere humans can hardly imagine. Maybe even a glimpse into the soul of a poet who's maternal parent planted things there we have yet to glimpse. An honoroble tribute to one who will most certainly be missed but who's essence remains in our midst. BRAVO!
Reviewed by _ Aberjhani 2/11/2006
Your compassion shines upon my family a healing light of angelic grace for which we are very grateful. As you have so selflessly given of your heart, soul, and intellect, so you may you always be blessed with the same.
Aberjhani
Reviewed by Regis (Reg) Auffray 2/10/2006
I will simply echo the sentiments of those who have written before me. This is just beautifully created and expressed, Nordette. Love and peace to you,

Regis
Reviewed by Kate Burnside 2/10/2006
Love this "eavesdropping on the conversations of gods", Nordette, to convey the inspired and elevated thoughts of mortal men and women on the presence amongst us of one so Chosen... and the womb from which he came. Wonderfully crafted with sensitivity, compassion and insight, making tribute not only to one Queen's passing, but also to the gift she has left us with, a glowing testimony to her bounty. Respect and honour to all three of you - Authors of Love and Grace each one: "one born fresh from The Verb's vision and one carved bold from the monolith of grace" - such balance and fine tuning in these words. Outstanding! Bless you and thank you, Kate xx
Reviewed by Mary Lynn Plaisance 2/9/2006
Beautiful tribute to Aberjhani's Mother, Nordette! Truly beautiful! You're a dear friend. Love the poem!

You Cajun friend on this end.
Mary Lynn~
Reviewed by Phyllis Jean Green 2/9/2006
Absolutely wonderful. I agree with all the others, down the
line. What a tribute this is. Impeccably and creatively written and sincerity and compassion ring in every word. I am so sorry to hear about Aberjhani's mother. I love his work and. . .the soul and passion and dedication with which he writes and lives. Not to mention
he has you for a friend. T h a n k y o u !! 'Pea' <3
Reviewed by Joyce Hale 2/9/2006
A matchless and priceless write, Nordette! A fine tribute!

Peace. Joyce
Reviewed by Carmen Ruggero 2/9/2006
Your words reach deep into the bond of mother and son. This is one powerful piece, and wonderful tribute.

Carmen
Reviewed by OneLight*® Authors & Creation Joseph 2/9/2006
"one mother's son risen
to the full measure of human being noble"

Any parent would be proud to have a son like this.

A beautiful gift you give in this wonderful tribute, Nordette. She must have been an amazing woman.

Love & Light,
Joseph
Reviewed by Andre Bendavi ben-YEHU 2/9/2006

Privileged are those that will miss the Commander’s departure, for they have a Model to follow... A departure of a Commander that means fulfillment of an exemplary life of COURAGE, DISCIPLINE, DEDICATION, WILLINGNESS, DEVOTION AND LOVE.
>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> < < < < < < < < < < < < < < < < < < < < < < < < < < < < < < <

"'This Mother's Son' in Starlight" glows by the tree of friendship, humanity and creativity, and shines as a golden page for the
AMERICAN FINE LETTERS.

I thank You, Poet Nordette Adams for this magnificent composition in homage to Poet Aberjhani and in Honor of his Sublime Mother.

In gratitude and reverent admiration,


Andre Emmanuel Bendavi ben-YEHU
Reviewed by Only A Poet 2/9/2006
a fine and well deserved tribute Lady Nordette. so cleverly penned with the titles included.
Reviewed by Tinka Boukes 2/9/2006
Lovely tribute to a fine poet!!

love Tinka
Reviewed by * OnePoet 2/9/2006
Artistic, creative, technical, poetess. Your poetry really amazes
Reviewed by William DeVault 2/9/2006
(respectful "Amen" from the back pew)
Reviewed by Mr. Ed 2/9/2006
Truly heartfelt, Nordette, and we join you in condolences for Aberjhani and his family.
Reviewed by Sherry Heim 2/9/2006
A beautiful tribute to an amazing poet and a warm human being. The pride of his mother's heart, I am sure, and a testament to her strength and goodness. Wonderful work, Nordette.
Take care,
Sherry
Reviewed by Jerry Bolton 2/9/2006
What a surprise, a nice one, that you included excerpts from myself and others in this rendition of your tribute to the MAN and the MOTHER. Excellent.
Reviewed by Paul Williams 2/9/2006
A very compassionate and moving tribute Nordette, our thoughts are with Aberjhani at this time. Blessings

Paul;-)
Reviewed by Sage Sweetwater 2/8/2006
Truth of it is, only a true friend would design a tribute to another for the passing of his mother. A most honorable, compassionate thing to do for Aberjhani in his time of need. Condolences, Aberjhani. You are the fine workings of a mother's son so very Blessed and anointed with creativity as is your soul sister, Ms. Adams. May you lay your mother to rest and may you send her spirit off to the afterlife. Blessed Be.

Sage
Reviewed by William Haynes 2/8/2006
so very good it's difficult to even comment
Bill
Reviewed by E T Waldron 2/8/2006
The accolades so well deserved for a poet that stirs the imaginaion to ever higher enlightenment each time he posts a poem! Beautifully done Nordette!

Eileen^
Reviewed by Karla Dorman, The StormSpinner 2/8/2006
Nordette,

You honor Aberjhani's mother with this powerful rememberance, including his voice in your song of sorrow. Beautifully expressed and written; thank you.

(((HUGS))) and love, Karla. :(
Reviewed by Karen Vidra , The Texas Tornado 2/8/2006
Nordette,

What a fitting tribute to a talented poet whose mother has passed on to Glory. Our prayers and thoguhts will be with him as he goes through this difficult chapter in his life. God be with him and his family... Thank you for caring!

(((HUGS))) and much love, your friend in Tx., Karen Lynn. :( >tears <



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