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

[DIVYA]

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

[Sami Khalil]

Wisdom is golden. Time is of the essence. Relationships are precious. We need to value the intangible too. The unseen or spiritual world is very real and should be so valuable for we are spirit beings in a body.
You write excellently Chris.

[Chris Shaw]

Sami your visits to my page are very much appreciated. Thank you. All good wishes poet.

read moreSami your visits to my page are very much appreciated. Thank you. All good wishes poet.

Chris

[Sami Khalil]

Same to you. You are welcome.

[John the Baptist]

Good rhyming and good insight both in this one. The first verse and a half illustrate the illusions and struggles and pitfalls of those who cling to life's surface, but then we are suddenly connected to solid values. Those who find an anchor in a loving and lasting relationship pass through this journey with more contentment than all the disciples of gold and passion ( Of course, a little gold and sufficient passion have their places, too.).

[Chris Shaw]

Many tha js for your review John. All good wishes.

Chris

[Weeping willow]

Wonderful expression in these words. At times one wonders if there is true contentment in this life. ;-} We collect things until there is no space to breathe and wonder where all the room went inside our homes and places.

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you Weeping willow for sharing your thoughts. Much appreciated. All good wishes.

Chris

[...Relic...]

Love is a treasure in itself. With old age comes wisdom. If only the young could get a quarter of that wisdom at birth.

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you Tim. Your thoughts are welcome. All good wishes.

Chris

[Dave Brown]

I am very well anchored 'but' wouldn't mind a bit of that gold

[Chris Shaw]

Thanks Dave, I guess a little gold won:t hurt too much:) All the best.

Chris

[Dave Brown]

& 2 U

[Chris Shaw]

Ta, :)...........

[Wild Rose]

Well said
You got it right young lady

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you Wild Rose. Hope you and your good lady are keeping safe and well. Take care.

Chris

[Dhara_Ditzy Kat]

The real treasures in life are those that can't be bought with gold. Those are our real blessings. Its our loved ones and we live for them. They anchor us and keep us secure always. How beautifully you say it here, dear Chris!

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you dear Ditzy, your thoughts valued and appreciated. More treats......

Chris

[Dhara_Ditzy Kat]

Thanks my favorite friend! Its always a pleasure to visit your lovely pages!

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This speaks to me of the comforts of home and hearth and the company of our loved ones. We all chase our treasures and pleasures but ultimately we feel safest in the arms of those we truly love. All material wants can never compare with our emotional needs and that is why we are always drawn to home. Especially so in this crazy, crazy world where safety is paramount. Your muse did a wonderful job with this one!

[Chris Shaw]

Your review so encouraging Jamila. Thank you dear poet. Keep safe and well.

Chris

[Dripping Chocolate Madn..]

Yes.
They're better than all those things.
And they're so much more, as well.

Beautiful poem. :)
I love love.

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you DCM for your encouraging review. All good wishes.

Chris