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

[Anjeline]

Beautifully written poem Chris. Loneliness is definitely the most depressing thing in the world.i loved the the lines-
dolphins, arched backs
black and graceful
swim in pink deep sea .
Great write as always:)

[Chris Shaw]

Many thanks Anjeline. Nothing like a bit of sky gazing to stir the imagination. Your thoughts gratefully received.

Chris

[Anjeline]

You're welcome and it's my pleasure to read your work :)

[John Alexander McFadyen]

This is such a whimsical yet somewhat 'sad' write in a flowing verse filled with fantastic description. A morning scene to set your evening scene 'After Hours' in context.

[Chris Shaw]

Many thanks John. Sunrise this morning was truly wonderful. All that imagery in the sky and colours to die for.

Chris

[John Alexander McFadyen]

I so envy you. Are you in the West Country?

[Chris Shaw]

Yes, West is best :)

[jacob erin-cilberto]

oh wow...what a great way to tell of love and being needed...
Thelma Houston's song comes to mind "Don't leave me this way"

the dolphins certainly rely on togetherness...we might be good alone, but we are better with others.
j.

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you Jacob, yes I know Thelma Houston's song. Remember it well and it's a good one too. Sunrise this morning was extra special. All sorts of pictures in the sky.

Chris

[John Alexander McFadyen]

Ah I preferred the Communards version!