Room With A View

sunrise stretches a broad canvas

visible through pristine plate glass

doors that slide open on to a top

floor balcony

slate grey brooding sky mountains

form continents with islands

blending with smooth set apricot

splashes

to form perfect cloud harbours

without a single sail boat in sight

of early morning stillness in half

baked autumn light

a flash of thickened mango crush

adds a tincture of deeper hue

in a sky absent of an ounce of

ocean blue

a hint of gun metal shows two

dolphins taking a leap in imaginary

waters, leaping for joy like children

with a favourite toy

while reality puts seagulls in flight

centre stage in my living art,

entering this frame and departing

in fleeting moments

Reviews

[Ken Simm.]

I consider myself extremly blessed that I can see these views from each of my windows. but I couldn't write about them so well. I find this a very moving and musical piece.
PS I realise that this is not Scotland you describe. And I love your descriptions of colour.

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you so much Ken. This is Brixham in Devon. I find the light there so uplifting and the cloud movement a source of inspiration. Thank you for stopping by with your encouraging comments.

Chris

[Lorry]

It took me three goes to get past apricot splashes without thinking "it's too early for breakfast at half past two in the am.... AKA silly O'clock!
And then I came to mango crush and thought to myself " ill just have a baccy to tide me over" 😃
It is quite a scene you paint here Chris, leading me to think that we'll, it must be breakfast time somewhere! 😃

[Chris Shaw]

It was Lorry. I wrote this poem when I was in Brixham just before breakfast. The skyscape was like a moving piece of art. Thanks for stopping by, have a great day.

Chris

[Patricia Wedel]

Apricot splashes and Mango crush... to the top of the Mountain where Angels play Harps and Babies cuddle in soft Clouds of answered Prayers...

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you dear Pat. What a delightful review. 🌹

[Red Brick Keshner]

Always nice to ha a room with a view. Reminds me of the book and the film, s well as my many travels over the years. Oh the Marigold Hotel is another. My bedroom has a view and it changes with the weather, season or time of day. These poem connects all these things and so much more Chris! A true delight.
Freds.

[Chris Shaw]

Loved the Marigold hotel film Freds. It was charming and also had its sad moments. I can’t imagine not being able to look out on a beautiful garden or scenic view. That would be so claustrophobic. So pleased you enjoyed this older poem out for an airing. Thanks for your nice review.

Chris

[Marie]

What a breathtaking view your paint for your reader in this masterly write, dear Chris. Simply stunning views from your window finely sketched for your reader to enjoy. Love your play with words, with light, with colour and the various figures of speech used within the poem. Fabtastic poem, Chris. SO enjoyed reading and I, thank you for kindly sharing. Wishing you a very lovely, pleasant and relaxed evening to enjoy, my dear friend...

[Chris Shaw]

Dear Marie, you are so encouraging with your kind comments. Pleased you enjoyed this piece. Have a great evening yourself. All good wishes to you.

[Marie]

Thank you, dear Chris. Every possible good wish to you too...

[AYVID N]

A play of light and clouds in the sky. You have the gift of words to describe the scene so beautifully, dear Chris. This is indeed a room with a view. A place to marvel at the sunrise. I'm sure the sunset must be equally breathtaking. A wonderful poem!

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you a DIVYA. Skyscapes are incredibly beautiful, moving art. Changes shape and colours before your eyes. The ones by the sea, are especially beautiful because of the quality of the light. The views from the cottage where we stayed spectacular. Your kind words are very much appreciated.

Chris

[Emily B]

I can only imagine. It would take my breath away. Lovely words.

[Chris Shaw]

It was certainly beautiful. Thank you Emily for your welcome visit. All the best.

Chris

[duff]

Pristine silent night. Cast away all thoughts for a vacation of not. Beautiful frame. Awesome Chris.

[Chris Shaw]

Thanks duff for checking in. Good to have a visit from you. You are appreciated.

Chris

[barleygirl]

Thank you for sharing this awesome aquatic view! Yeah! So vast! I 'specially love your use of interesting colors (((HUGS)))

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you Margie. Yes the skyline is vast. Appreciate you checking in.

Chris

[Cherrie]

Grace of words blend together making this Autumn offering spectacular.

[Chris Shaw]

Dear Cherrie, thank you for your lovely review. You are appreciated.

Chris