Connections

muse is singing again, bringing me lyrics

some have found their silver

though others search for gold

some are hooked on passion

afraid they'll end up cold

.

and some are never satisfied

with a fear of growing old

yet most are quite content it seems

to find an anchor's solid hold

.

in the safety of a harbour

now surely that is priceless

those arms that long to hold you

far better than lost treasure

more valuable than gold

Reviews

[D]

This poem is so beautifully relevant in today's times when most have become so material. Asides from chasing accomplishments, we envy others for the stuff they have and forget to count our loved ones as our biggest blessings. Your words always bring us to great realizations, dear Chris. Thanks for sharing such positivity today.

[Chris Shaw]

Dear DIVYA, an older poem out for an airing. I so appreciate you sharing your thoughts. We sadly do live in a materialistic world while many have nothing. Relationships with those we love, all important. Have a good day

Chris

[Coyote Poetry]

I agree dear Chris.
"in the safety of a harbour
now surely that is priceless
those arms that long to hold you
far better than lost treasure
more valuable than gold"
Safe harbour, safe place. True place we need to find. Thank you for sharing the amazing poetry.
Coyote

[Chris Shaw]

Dear Coyote, I thank you for your valued thoughts. Keep safe and well.

Chris

[Coyote Poetry]

You are welcome dear Chris.

[John Alexander McFadyen]

Indeed a tuneful, rhyming and upbeat look at value systems it seems. I guess there are though exceptions to the rule, those who seek 'troubled water' challenges for example

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you John for the read and comments. Appreciated.

Chris

[Adam Adams]

Pretty fair and fine lines:

"... some are never satisfied
with a fear of growing old..."

Nicely stuffed and captivatingly inked.. in suchness of words. Looking forward to reading your work this noon.

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you Adams. Good to have a visit from you. All the best.

Chris

[Adam Adams]

been a pleasure, i would say.

[Tania Mo]

Love is always better than gold.More solid and longerlasting. I like this.

[Chris Shaw]

Many thank yous Tania for your visit and sharing your thoughts.

Chris

[AJNJ]

At this point in my life, I'm more a go-getter, existing on a more superficial plane, pursuing all passions. Never content, always restless to push ahead. Yet something in your words tells me that some day, I'll have to take stock and review my priorities. As I've seen powerful men in the end, on their death beds, just so glad and grateful for a loving, comforting touch. Perhaps, thats all that really matters. Golden words, Ms. Chris.

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you AJ. You are quite right in what you say. Powerful men have neglected family in favour of pursuing all sorts of ventures. Dying alone is a sad way to go. People are what matter in my book.

Chris

[AJNJ]

I appreciate this message so much.
You are most welcome, my friend.

[Jimmy Yetts]

Those arms that long to hold you are also seeking safe harbor and quiet contentment.
Such a lovely, truly inspiring piece of work, gifted poetess!

[Chris Shaw]

Pleased you enjoyed this one Jimmy. Thanking you again for all your encouragement.

Chris

[jacob erin-cilberto]

I always preferred silver to gold...a more settling color...with Gold, too many complications....
even though all my wedding rings were either silver or white gold...I relate to this one.
j.

[Chris Shaw]

Happy that you can relate to this poem Jacob. I have always thought that gold was overrated. Many thanks.

Chris

[Patricia Wedel]

dearest Chris... a lovely poem for
Labor Day Weekend 2020...
I read it to Roger who will be 76
on Labor Day. He agreed it is the
perfect poem to read at this particular time
in History. We are content to be in the
"safety of a Harbour ... with arms to hold you...
far better than lost treasure... more valuable than gold."
gently, Pat

[Chris Shaw]

Dear Pat, delighted that you read my poem to Roger and you both found special meaning in its words. Happy birthday to Roger. Wishing you both a lovely day.

Chris

[Patricia Wedel]

dear Chris... and here we are a Year later, and the "Anchor still holds". When you become older, you need a Safe Harbor and a "clear mind". Roger is doing well.. considering his old fistular for dialysis is slowly healing from surgery infection in his right Arm. He will have surgery on May 13, 2022 to have a new Fistula for Dialysis placed in his Left Arm. We must be Strong and Prayers are important. As for me.. I am a "tough" little Bird. Wishing you and your family a beautiful day. tenderly, Pat

[Chris Shaw]

Thank goodness for tough little birds Pat. I wish the very best for Roger's surgery on 13th and will keep you both in my thoughts and prayers. Sending love across the waves to you and yours. Hope you too have a beautiful Tuesday. Thank you so much for revisiting this poem.

Chris

[Patricia Wedel]

dear Chris... some days... it is good to hang your thoughts on the clothes line and let the Breeze dry your thoughts in Sunshine. Thanks for your Prayers. We have a Nurse come to our Home twice a week to "dress his Wound inches right arm. It will be healed and closed up soon. Our Mary Washington Hospital has a "Wound Care Center. In the meantime Roger has a Catheter in his Neck for Dialysis. Before 1940.. we did not have so many procedures to Save Lives. gently, Pat

[Chris Shaw]

Scientific progress has saved many lives. When I reflect on my own family through the generations, quite a few were lost to diseases that are now curable. Lives cut short. Winnie died of TB. at 17. I have her book Wuthering Heights and her ring. We have much to be thankful for. Airing our thoughts is better than burying them :)

[Patricia Wedel]

dear Chris… my Grandmother Minnie raised six Kids on a Coal Miner’s Salary and she worked so hard with a Wood Stove and Out House in West Virginia. Life is Poetry in Motion. Age 17 was much too young for Winnie to Pass from TB. Even now.. we do not know what Illness Immigrants could bring to our Country. Our Leaders biggest mistake is not doing an Accounting and Medical Check before bringing them into our Country. Love ❤️ and Peace… Pat

[Chris Shaw]

It appears Leaders everywhere are blinkered. We have exactly the same problem here. Diseases which seemed eradicated are now on the increase. TB being one of them. Imported sadly :(

[Aradhana]

what a brilliant work!!! Very truly said that the valuables that we keep on collecting throughout our lives do not stay with us forever..the loved ones and their blessings is what immortal..even though one has everything but still no one to share those things with, he is the most poorest creature and what a pity to such a life.. Short poem giving a lesson as big as our lives :)

[Aradhana]

and in this hustle not only they lose their loved ones but greed has engulfed everyone!!!!

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you Aradhana for two visits and for sharing your valued thoughts. You are most welcome.

Chris

[prema]

very true indeed