CELESTIAL DANCE

cosmic party

Magic dust from the cosmos

sprinkles its dwellers

scatters glitter of all hues

to stain the moon blue

rising sun orange

blinking stars a pale yellow

planets a deep plum

together they rejoice

in a celestial dance

until they fade into

mere shadows of a black night

Author's Note

Dear readers
This will be my last poem for several days as I am having shoulder surgery Aug 6th...see you on the other side....
Warmly, B

Reviews

[Yana Larson]

This poem captures the enchanting beauty of the cosmos with simplicity and grace, creating an almost mystical atmosphere. The imagery of *“magic dust from the cosmos”* that *“scatters glitter of all hues”* brings to mind a cosmic artist painting the night sky in vibrant colors—each celestial body uniquely tinted. Lines like *“stain the moon blue”* and *“planets a deep plum”* emphasize the vividness and diversity of the universe, while the closing lines—*“fade into / mere shadows of a black night”*—add a note of transience, reminding us of the fleeting nature of this cosmic display.

The poem’s sense of awe and reverence for the cosmos, along with its delicate, color-focused imagery, evokes the style of poets like Carl Sandburg and Mary Oliver. Both have a way of finding wonder in the natural world while acknowledging its ephemerality. Overall, this is a lovely, meditative piece that invites readers to imagine the universe as a colorful, living tapestry, constantly shifting and disappearing into the night.

[Betty Hermelee]

Thank you Yana for an immensely sensitive and comprehensive review of this poem, much appreciated!!!
Warmly, B

[Yana Larson]

You are welcome!!!

[Coyote Poetry]

I adore the sky. Last two months in Michigan. The sky had been amazing. The full moon last week. Make the stars dance around. Thank you dear betty for sharing the amazing poetry. I loved the artwork.
Coyote

[Betty Hermelee]

Thank you John for a lovely review!
Warmly, B

[Betty Hermelee]

I am recovering from surgery and glad to be back at the Cafe!!!👍👍👍🌷

[Dara]

Your words dance off the page and the images are stunning. Would be nice to dream about, a celestial celebration and the rich colors so pleasing to the minds eye. Just beautiful!

[Betty Hermelee]

Thank you so much Dara, good to hear from you 🌷
Warmly
B

[Betty Hermelee]

I AM HEALING, Thank you for all of your kind wishes🌹🌹🌹

[Ken Simm.]

The theories of emotional colours put through art. Wonderful.
Hope the surgery went well.

[Betty Hermelee]

Thank you so much for the review and your kind wishes🌷I’m healing
Warmly,
B

[Mauricio Montoya]

Betty lol maybe I should be tripping, in the hippies days but I do love the color flow that brings out the dance we all have inside, Thank you for sharing

[Betty Hermelee]

Thank you Mauricio, much appreciated
Warmly,
B🌷

[Mauricio Montoya]

You are a good writer, you know how to touch the heart.

[Betty Hermelee]

Aw…..very sweet💕

[Amy R]

A very beautiful poem and picture to go with it.
This poem seeks to celebrate the beauty and wonder of the universe while reminding readers of the inevitable passage of time and the fading of experiences.

I really enjoyed this poem,
Thank u for sharing.

Also take good care of yourself after that surgery I know it will be a tough on, my aunt had broken hers and it wasn't an easy journey, still isn't easy.
Keep well dear.

-Amy

[Betty Hermelee]

Thanks Amy for a lovely review and your sweet wishes for my recovery…..now typing with one finger
Will be putting up a new poem very. Soon…..warmly
B🌷

[Amy R]

Very nice to hear, you're welcome!! 🦋

[Poetic_Vixen]

There is an incredible work of imagery going on there in these few lines, loved reading of the colours blending into together while dancing with each other, it seems to be such a wizardry to be part of, beautifully written piece of poem there my friend. Do take care and be healthy always, hoping to see you back soon!

[Betty Hermelee]

Thank you for an awesome review, glad you liked the dancing colors! I’m healing and typing with one finger!
Warmly, B🌷

[Poetic_Vixen]

You're very welcome and hope you keep getting healthier!

[Sami Khalil]

I thought I was dreaming a beautiful dream. I faded in the shadow of your black Night.
Lovely, lovely, lovely.

[Betty Hermelee]

Thank you Sami, for a dreamy review🌷
Warmly, B

[Sami Khalil]

You are welcome in any state.