Our Brightest Star⁓🌟

UNMETERED QUATRAINS in an a-a/b/c-c/b rhyme scheme. Composed for someone special who's been ill and away too long a time.

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In morningtime, sings gentle rhyme,

peace flows across waking lands.

Warm sunrise, life’s greatest prize …

gifts of kindness from your hands.

Eyes wide open, soft words spoken …

shhh! The world’s now all aglow.

All life matters; squirrels’ chatters

wake flowers’ colorful show.

This Springtime day, rest where you lay …

with grateful prayer you'll be fine.

You’re sore now, sure, but all will cure,

every breath you take’s divine.

All the while, inside’s a smile

like you’ve ne’er quite known before …

inspired from, care’s total sum

of those you have blessed, and more.

Hurry ’n heal … a big deal

awaits your sweet, giving heart.

Get up, Dear, you’re needed here,

just as you’ve been from the start.

Our world’s grey when you’re away,

your compassion rids harsh strife.

You are pure love ~ from above,

the star that brightens our life.

Richard W. Jenkins

© 2024

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Author's Note

"Artwork Courtesy of Google Images"

Honest, well-meant criticism is always welcome.
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Reviews

[Marie]

A very beautiful tribute to someone so special who has now left the earth plane and returned home to Spirit. Expressed with appreciation and love for that special person being part of your life, Richard. The poem speaks volumes and I have no doubt that she will be the brightest star in your night sky until you both meet again. An excellent choice of graphic complements the poem which is so warm and gentle and wrapped in love. Thank you for sharing...

[Richard🖌]

Thank you, Dear Marie 🙏

Your reviews of my humble poetic efforts always honor, compliment, and inspire me, not to mention how surprising it is to be so thoroughly understand in such deep and empathetic ways … not referring to You, of course, but to most anyone else.
This particular piece is in homage to one of my longtime poetry students, whose good health has taken an unfortunate, disabling hit. She's a well-respected, giving, and contributing humanitarian to to those less blessed in her hometown, and to children abroad, as well.

She is, indeed, a beautiful bright light … a lot like You (I think) in spirit and attentive heart.

Warmest smiles 'n hugs to thee, Lady-Poet! ⁓ Richard 🤗

[Marie]

Most welcome always, Richard. I feel your sadness through your words, but know that your dear poetry student and friend is still linked with you through your great kindness and mutual respect and one day, you will be reunited in Spirit. In my thoughts and prayers. Wishing you a very lovely day and an equally nice, relaxed and pleasant weekend too - enjoy, Richard...

[Richard🖌]

Such a blessing you truly are⁓*

[Marie]

I too, am blessed, dear Richard and bless you in return...

[Richard🖌]

You might enjoy her work, Marie,
Her pen name is Susan 🦋

[Marie]

Thank you for kindly telling me, Richard. Bless you both always...

[Richard🖌]

Always, Marie, you are truly welcome ♫

[Marie]

Gratitude, Richard...

[Einstein Noodle]

wow .. so well done and said Sir Richard .. i am here just before dawn and your poem so inspires me .. not only to greet the day with a grateful heart but with prayers for your friend .. and so many sick .. just for today a little prayer .. love the "unmetered rhyme" .. it sure flowed natural for me .. so glad i stopped and found this one ... as always
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[Richard🖌]

Good morning, Dear Gene 🌤️

As Early Autumn's breath brings dreams of endless colors bright, your poetically sonorous voice resounds from deep within Ozark forest's mystically winding trails, into the melody of our friendship's brotherly song.
Thank you, My Friend, for blessing this little poetic composition with the insightful beauty, empathy, and wisdom of your own mind, heart, and soul.

I, too, am so very glad you stopped by this morning! ⁓ Richard🍂

[Einstein Noodle]

luv you man! you move me always .. much respect Sir Richard :)

[Sunflower/Sara Kendrick]

Ahh!! How nice. Thanks for sharing this romantic one with us. Sara K

[Richard🖌]

Thank you, Sara 🥀

You are most welcome, and I am so very grateful for your expressed appreciation and gentle praise.

With warmest blessings! ⁓ Richard🖌

[prema]

Only today I could read it.

[Richard🖌]

I am so very happy you finally could.
Thank you for reading me, Prema 🌾

[prema]

Sir, your reply to Liisa's review is very informative. Especially about the colour blue. incidentally my birth star color is blue. As all your poems this one is also great. Thank you,,..........prema

[Richard🖌]

You are ever-so welcome, Dear Prema🌿
I thank you, too....

It's true, Lisa's comment "(blue most often the color of sadness)" inspired my rather lengthy reaction. That you found my reply informative and discovering blue is your birth star colour, makes me very happy, indeed … and, that today you finally got to read this piece, is like sweet icing on my happy cake.
As-well, your lovely praise is inspiring to a hopeful bard's eager ear.

Warmest hugs 'n blessings, Prema ⁓ Richard🖌

[Sami Khalil]

Amazing how you connect to friends, students and readers in ways gloriously inspiring to say the least.
Your word is a testament and a testimony.

[Richard🖌]

Thank you, Sami 🙏🏼

The valued nature of your thoughts, feelings, and praise expressed, make writing and sharing feel all the more worthwhile.

Gratefully yours! ⁓ Richard🖌

[Sami Khalil]

It sure does; it creates positive outcomes. You are welcome sir Richard.

[Sami Khalil]

Plus credit is given for the worthy.

[Richard🖌]

Indeed, Dear Sami....

[Lisasview]

Hi Richard,
Here I am going over your poems and feeling lucky to have found another one I have not read... Although I often reread your work as it is always inspiring. It is so wonderful that you have special people in your life...I believe connections are so important.
This lovely heart warming poem is perfect in so many ways...so much said hidden behind your lines.
The love and care you have for this person is wonderful....
I love the image you chose and the perfect title...(blue most often the color of sadness)
Lisa

[Richard🖌]

Gosh, Lisa!

I wonder what happened that I missed your beautiful review for this one?
Every blue moon, the site decides to leave notices out … LOL!
True, M'Dear, the word "blue" can mean sadness, but not the color; for, the color blue has many positive meanings, including:
Calmness
Blue is often associated with tranquility, serenity, and peace. In fact, primary blue is used in therapeutic settings to help people relax and express their feelings.
Trust
Blue can symbolize loyalty and trust, similar to the tide.
Authority
Blue can represent confidence and authority that is noninvasive and objective. For example, the UN's peacekeeping troops wear blue uniforms, and blue is often used in corporate logos.
Creativity
Blue can be the color of creativity, as it produces a slow physiological response. Light blue shades can improve concentration, while dark blue hues can improve thought processes.
Divinity
Blue has been associated with divinity, as the Virgin Mary is often depicted wearing blue in the Catholic Church.
Nature
Blue is the color of the ocean and sky, and it can help us appreciate the beauty of nature.
Justice
Blue can symbolize justice and liberty, as in the United States flag.

The person for whom this poem was composed is one of my longtime students … I love all my students of both genre, as I do You. : )

Blessed be to thee, Dear Lisa, with warmest thank you ever-so sincerely for such a wonderful review.
Hugs 'n smiles! ⁓ Richard🖌

[Patricia Wedel]

Thou art the Lark of our Heart ... from whence all passion flows...
the warmth of the Rose lavender Sun smiles as Stars have appeared half way around the World. The Day will be spent in Fields of Bird Song among the Thistles and Huckleberries entwined in your Arms of unconditional Love...

[Richard🖌]

Goodness ME, Pat!

How I ever missed your enthralling review to this lovely little number I'll never know, but let it suffice to say, "You've touched so perfectly tender to've lit-up my heart and my day."

Hugs 'n smiles to thee, Dear Lady-Poet! ⁓ Richard🖌

[Patricia Wedel]

Bless you Richard… the morning Sun has a touch of Lavender,.. as we gather for morning Tea… the Kettle whistles … another Day as Love ❤️ becomes my Pillow under the Weeping Willow… my friend. Softly. Pat

[Richard🖌]

Ahhh, Pat 🌤
Such a beautiful beginning to your day, and now to mine.

[Tumi]

lovely dance of words and rhythm
loved it

[Richard🖌]

Thank you, Tumi,
For reading this little homage, for your encouraging compliment, and for loving it.

Gratefully yours! ⁓ Richard🖌

[Susan 🦋]

Richard, I have been away too long. Your lovely write reminds me of how much I miss reading your words. Words expressed turned into the warmest of hugs. So beautifully felt ~ So uniquely you.

[Richard🖌]

Yes, Dear Susan🌞

You surely have … good morning 'n a sweet welcome back.
How blissful, too, knowing you've felt the warm, beautiful hugs, emanating from the gentle essence of my poetic words.

Uniquely me, I'm so gratefully happy you see! ⁓ Richard🖌