Sunrise from Gull Haven

low sun on the horizon
in slow motion
serenely through dawn sky
dolphins, arched backs
black and graceful
swim in pink deep sea
interspersed with gold surf
don't leave me
don't leave me lonely

Reviews

[lightsong]

I am a mermaid I can't leave my dolphins and whales lonely... nor the sea, nor the interspersed sun... awa! dear Chris, your last two lines haunted me... they leave such a sentimental effect on the reader, like the sincerest, truest most gentlest plea.... an ethereal little piece.

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you dear lightsong for your lovely review This is an older poem out for an airing and I am delighted that you called.

Chris

[Betty Hermelee]

A little excitement in the peace of dawn, but such serenely lovely creatures
;; I love to watch them, but never tried to swim with them, love the moon’s reflection upon the water and the gold surf….
Thank you for sharing Chris.
Best, B

[Chris Shaw]

These ones dear Betty were imaginary from cloud formations, but I would like to swim with dolphins, they are such beautiful intelligent creatures. A joy to behold. Many thank yous for another thoughtful review. All the best.

Chris

[Melinda McQueen]

Such a serene write. A deepness is found in these lines. It gave me a feeling of peace. Then the endless had a sadness to it.
Nicely penned.

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you Melinda for sharing your thoughts and checking in. You are appreciated.

Chris

[Stella Armour]

low sun reflecting golden on the surf must have been a beautiful setting in which to watch the dolphins,
but a new day is dawning so perhaps your loneliness will dissapate with the view of a new canvas ...

[Chris Shaw]

Dear Stella, a little late after two years, but a belated thank you. Somehow I didn't acknowledge your review. Naughty me :) Hope you are well.

Chris

[Kay Salisu Titilola]

Just short of word of what to say.
I can see the imagination having its precious way.
Thought, feeling and emotion,
tell how much an heart ache.
loneliness is not a world to always stay.
I wish the dolphins don't go away.

[Chris Shaw]

Dear Kay welcome to my page and thank you for your lovely response. Most appreciated.

Chris

[Edie Blue Starfish]

The scene seems serene until the pleas at the end hinting at inner turmoil.
Perhaps this is the first new day6 after a loved one has passed away. The start of days moving on without this person. This is what I get from it. Perhaps because I have lost so many too soon and very recently.

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you Edie, I appreciate your visit. All good wishes. Sorry for your losses.

Chris

[barleygirl]

I love how your imagery splashes with vivid strokes & seaworthy ebbs & flows . . . leaving us with your ending plea, which could be interpreted in many different ways. I'm feeling a person surrounded by life & activity, yet isolated from all that (((HUGS))) Fondly, Margie

[Chris Shaw]

A poem written on holiday Margie. I saw the dolphin clouds swim off. I would like to have gone with them. Thank you.

Chris

[barleygirl]

Back when I attended years worth of holiday get-togethers, I always had to walk my dog after eating, which was my escape! *smile*

[Chris Shaw]

We all need an escape mechanism Margie. Cloud formations are one of mine. I am a cloud gazer :)

[Davidgeo]

What's a "pink deep sea"?

[Chris Shaw]

Hello David. Talking clouds here. This is all about pictures in the sky.

Chris

[Einstein Noodle]

how we want to hold those special moments ..our connection with nature around us so seemingly perfect ... one of the strongest pushes for human beings to paint, sculpt and best of all ;) write poetry :)))))) as to the plea in closing .. how can Ol' Sol refuse you

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you Mr E. Nature can certainly inspire all us creative people. You Understand me well.

Chris

[Markus Anthony]

I love the picture that formed in my mind whilst reading your work. I am always fascinated with how writers take inspiration in fleeting moments like this and make them alive for the readers. I guess I should go out and see the sunrise more often. Amazing work Christine.

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you for your wonderful response. Yes you should without doubt look at sunrises and sunsets more often.

Best wishes

Chris

[Robert Trakofler]

all lovely... just yesterday i was transfixed on the dusk sky of the days crescendo i didn't get any dolphins they must of gone swimming in your portion of the sky

[Chris Shaw]

Sorry I pinched all the dolphins Bunny, but I feel sure you had a lovely skyscape just the same. Nothing like a bit of sky or stargazing. Have a good weekend.

Chris