The Carousel

On painted ponies we will ride

 with windblown hair

as we search the sky

and see clouds of white drifting

 overhead as we spin,

‘round and ‘round

and ‘round

again.

The organ music plays

as our ponies prance

 all in a wide circle

their carousel

dance.

Too soon it’s over

and the music ends

but with hearts content

from the pleasure

 it brings.

 

 

Author's Note

My son painted the picture and inspired me to write this poem.

Reviews

[samiha zubair]

Makes one remember one's own childhood. Feels good to remember your childhood and the carefree moments

[Einstein Noodle]

your son is talented .. i wondered who painted it .. carousels are so homespun and ignite memories of good times ... i don't think one can get on for the ride without feeling childlike ... there are still some of the "old" ones around .. well worn but still granting wishes ... i enjoyed the ride Dara!
E.

[Dara]

So glad you enjoyed the ride! It was fun to put together and team up with my son whose paintings are somewhat like his mother's poetry, unconventional :-D My daughter paints too and I am not quite sure where they both got it, certainly not from me lol :-))) So nice to see you. Take care!

[Einstein Noodle]

oh i disagree Dara! certainly did get their creativity from you and your home environment .. if its nurtured ..it blooms ... ;)

[Dara]

You are so kind and your words touch my heart!! Thank you my friend :-)

[Einstein Noodle]

its just true ;) my kids have all taken up one form or another of self expression ... but my youngest takes it more seriously and continues to work at it in his adult years ... its so fulfilling whether recognized or not .. love and peace!
E.

[Coyote Poetry]

Beautiful artwork and poetry. I love the carousel. A old fashion item still holding out with time and new generation. I enjoyed the poem. Left me with good vision and thoughts. Thank you for sharing the excellent poetry.
Coyote

[Dara]

I am so happy my poem had this effect on you and thank you for your warm words of praise for my son's painting. He inspired me as well and it was nice to be able to combine our works of art :-) Have a very blessed day!

[Coyote Poetry]

He is a artist and you are welcome.

[Samuel Dickens]

This is delightful--full of youthfulness, color and music, beckoning back to when the future was bright and rife with wondrous possibilities. I've not ridden the ponies in a long time, but now I want to. It's fabulous job your son did on the painting, too.

[Dara]

Thank you Sam! So glad it brought you some happy memories and I so appreciate your compliment for my son. Coming from you it is a great honor since I have seen how talented a painter you are as well.

[MOON]

Beautiful picture beautiful write, too soon it over indeed.

[Dara]

Yes, for sure! Great to have you stop by and leave your words. Thanks so much :-)

[....................]

Wow, it appears your son comes by his artistry honestly, Dara, as you weave another beautiful tapestry of words that conjure beautiful and calming imagery with reality...all things come to an end but those magical moments linger with us, long after they have vanished...beautiful!!!

[Dara]

You are absolutely right! The carousel represents all the good things in life which we keep with us even after the 'music' ends. Thank you for this wonderful insight :-)

[....................]

Thanks you for this wonderful poem and painting... and you are so welcome, Dara!! :)

[emmajoy]

' .. with hearts content -- from the pleasure -- it brings. '

You're obviously a gifted family. Tis a lovely, colourful union of carousel painting and and lively words.. Looking again at the painting, the horses really do seem to be high.stepping!

[Dara]

Thank you ever so much. He painted it on short notice for a baby shower so I believe his brush was working feverishly to get it done putting the painting into motion :-D So nice to see you here.

[emmajoy]

Truly my pleasure. :)