Musings on Life, Love, and Linguine-Poetry & Writing
Of course you’re an artist. You come from a family of artists. I’m an artist, your grandmother was an artist, and so was your grandfather.” – My Father
Linda Lee Lyberg, Author: Destiny, fate, written in the stars. Writer, poet, artist, dreamer of possibilities. Ardent chef and lover of red wine. Savoring life, one tasty morsel, and one luscious ruby-red filled glass at a time. Then: Former lifelong and grounded career person. Lived for my career and the next goal achieved. Now: I write, soaring on wings of a hopeful future, doing what I am most passionate about; living in the present and articulating my aha moments, my feelings, my wandering random thoughts in a way to touch the empty place in your heart, and fill it with emotions. One of my deepest pleasures is seeing the food I create with love appreciated for its meaning and significance. And as such, another is knowing that I have touched a memory or feeling with my words. They, my food and my words are my offerings to any and all who will appreciate them. Enjoy my musings on life, love, and linguine as I venture into this journey within. A journey long overdue. Lastly, I am going to leave you with a poem I wrote when I first started blogging. In essence, it encapsulates the reason I write: to spread light into a sometimes dark and sad world.
Writing in Prisms
Sun dogs and moon bows
Crystal Prisms and rainbows
Relieved of any constrictions
Lay their colors upon my soul
While I, within creative throes
Of writing with utter conviction.
They fill my mind with colors
That bounce around my head
As I write to feed a hopeful heart
With love and endless wonder
Washed in fractal prisms, I see
God is love is God is prose is art.
They paint a landscape I behold
My pen on paper, composing
Seizing these miraculous moments
Grasping elusive prisms of light
Before, as storm clouds lurk
To deliver the night’s lament.
I put down my pen once again
Satisfied with what I write
Capturing poetic prism words
While thoughts in tinted light
Shimmering within my head
Soar as free as vibrant birds.
Copyright © 2017
Linda Lee Lyberg
Note: Please be advised that unless otherwise noted, all photos are from:
Linda Lee Lyberg is a wife, mother, artist, published poet and author. She resides in Mesa, AZ with her husband Pete (aka The Big Viking) of 23 years, and her dog, Ricky Bobby. Linda writes various forms of poetry, as well as short stories.
You can read more of her works at: charmedchaos.com
and her Amazon Author Page
Thanks for the follow- I’m glad I found you- I look forward to reading more of your writings (and I LOVE food too!) Cheers from Australia, gabrielle : )
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Thank you Gabrielle! Linda
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Ok, Linda! You’ve got Me. Hook, line and sinker! So What’s for dinner and when and can I bring something, besides Me? LOL! Always Love to Hang out with Friends!
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Chuck
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Last night was beef pot roast with carrots, potatoes, and homemade buttermilk cornbread! 😉
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Ohh, Hey, that was pretty tricky giving me “Last Night”. Ok, so what’s for tomorrow! I think I can make it then! LOL!
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I am guessing there is a homemade pizza in my future this weekend!
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You left a follow with me so I’ve come for the same reason. I’ll see you.
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Thanks for stopping by!
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Thank you so much for the follow 🙂
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Thank you! Glad we found each other- you write beautifully!
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You are very kind, and you write wonderful thoughts. I look forward to reading more 🙂 ❤
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As do I!
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Linda, it’s Colleen. I had to delete the post for the poetry challenge. There was something wrong with it. I have reposted. Hugs my friend.
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So, should I delete as well and reblog?
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I deleted and re-blogged!
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Thank you. So sorry. I have been having problems with this theme… (eyeroll)
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I don’t think it’s just you- I was having issues with WordPress this morning as well.
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That’s good to hear! Whew!
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The creation of food, red wine & writing – we are kindred spirits, Linda!
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Wonderful to hear!
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Loved your blog! I’m a kindred spirit.
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Thank you!
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I celebrate your journey Linda, make mine a Malbec! LOL!
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Ah, yes Malbec!
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Ahh, what is it like coming from a family of artists? And I commend you for changing from a grounded career person to a writer who lives in the moment! I look forward to reading more of your writing ^_^
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Thank you so much. I appreciate your lovely words. And let’s just say it was an interesting life, to be sure.
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We think alike. My bumper sticker says “Love people, cook them tasty food.”
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I love it! That’s great. Thanks for the follow!
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Greetings from the Sunny South East corner of Ireland. Wexford.
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Hello, and welcome! Thanks for the follow. Stumbled across your blog from my good friend Walt’s. 😊
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Nice to meet you Linda. Love how you describe yourself “Soaring on wings of a hopeful future.” Beautiful and heartfelt. Look forward to following your posts. Anita.
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Thank you kindly!
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Hi Linda,
You have a beautiful blog here. I just wanted officially invite you to the From Darkness to Light event at The Seeker’s Dungeon. If you’re interested in taking part, you can find the full info here: https://theseekersdungeon.com/from-darkness-to-light/ Would love to have you.
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Thank you, I will take a look!
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I love this. Your poem spells out the artistic way poetry happens.
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Thank you Dwight!
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Congratulations Annette! And thank you for the honorable mention Colleen. ❤️
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You have a gorgeous blog, a lovely photo of yourself, and a wonderful About! I’m so glad to meet you here, Linda Lee 🙂 Blessings to you as we head into another weekend–yay! ❤
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To you as well- thank you!
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