Starlight Desires

a continuation of a "Henry Van Dyke" poem

With two bright eyes my star my love,

Thou lookest on the stars above:

Ah, would that I the heaven might be,

With a million eyes to look on thee,

{“Starlight” by Henry Van Dyke}

 

With lips that whisper; be mine my love,

Thou beckon for a twinkling of

Wishes of one whomst thou requires,

Would that you heed these starlight desires,

 

And, with a voice that sings of love,

Thou summons to those stars above,

Ah, that the heavens could hear your song,

T’would bless this union for a whole life long,

 

With hearts as true and full of love,

We make a pledge to the stars above,

And in that vow; heaven’s soft sighs

A million reflections in your bright eyes.

 

 

First verse is the poem: “Starlight”

by Henry Van Dyke,

next three verses are mine, inspired by the first.

 

Author's Note

I loved the poem by Henry van Dyke, but thought it could be longer.
I was inspired to write a few more verses.

Reviews

[MsJewel]

I remember this poem. It is one of my all time favorites. You have taken a classic poem and continued it with the subtle elegance of the original and a beautiful splash of Trace. Your talent never ceases to amaze me - you are an inspiration.

:) Julie

[Trace]

Thank you so very much my dear friend for your lovely compliments.
It is so nice to see you back here.

Giant HUGGS.

Trace

[Jane Taylor Hardy]

Excellent work and continuation his original work....two great masters! Your poetry is written with a golden pen!

[Trace]

you honor me with such a wonderful compliment.
Thank you my friend for taking the time to read me and leave such sweet comments.

Trace

[ThisIsChloe]

You finished it beautifully.

[Trace]

Thank you for reading and your wonderful compliments.

Trace

[Jamestown]

Well penned!
Beautiful words that sparkle with love floating freely:)
Thanks for sharing and b-blessed!

[Trace]

Thank you so very much for your wonderful comments and compliments. ...
Trace.

[Lydia Shutter]

A swooning love poem. You followed van Dyke's style so well! Celestial beauty in this romantic pen....Trace, you are so talented. Lydi**

[Trace]

I just found unanswered comments and must apologize.
And thank you for such a wonderful compliment.

I have learned from you.

HUGGS. .. Trace

[JayceeC]

A lovely write Trace, especially the last line that feels like it is truly the last line of Van Dyke's poem.
Great inspiration!

[Trace]

Thank you very much.
I tried to use the content and character of his verse in each of mine,
Including the words to tie each verse to the others.
I am so glad you liked it.

Trace

[Dara]

Your poem flowed from his beautifully. I could almost hear the soft music in the background and see the stars above. So very nicely done!

[Trace]

Thank you so very much for your wonderful comments and compliments.

Trace

[Matching Socks]

Gorgeous piece Trace. Both yours and his.
Beautiful.

[Trace]

Thank you so much. It is not something I take lightly when trying to compliment another great poets work. I am so glad you enjoyed my version and continuation of this work.

Huggs. Trace