Aspects Of Light

Spontaneous poetry

let there always
always be
this glare from sunlight
on the sea
that lifts all spirits
in distress
that calms and soothes
all restlessness
to sprinkle sparkle
where the mood
of brooding clouds
have done their best
to hamper thoughts
of happiness
to sink the soul
beneath the waves
into the ocean's
darkest caves

Reviews

[Robert Haigh]

We experience sunshine and showers in our lives, including a few storms - both literally and metaphorically! The sun usually shines after a storm, even if not straight away. Looking on the bright side can keep us going! The spontaneity is evident in this poem, I think, Chris. Strange how sometimes we can labour over a poem for days or even weeks (at least, that is often my experience), and yet some poems can be dashed off in 10 minutes or so, with little if any re-writing to be done! A fine write!

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you Robert. So true about spontaneous writes. This one took less than ten minutes and yet usually I labour over my words. Strange how that can happen. Thank you so much for sharing your thoughts here. You are appreciated.

Chris

[Mike Keenan]

Amen to this lovely prayer. Have you read Annie Dillard? I think you might like her stuff. She is brilliant.

[Chris Shaw]

I haven't read Annie Dillard, but thanks for the tip. I will take a look at her work Mike.
read moreI haven't read Annie Dillard, but thanks for the tip. I will take a look at her work Mike.

Chris

[AYVID N]

I love the spontaneous ones, Chris! This poem just flows and fills me with such positivity, it reads like a prayer. Just loved it and I am so inspired too.

[Chris Shaw]

Your lovely review has lifted me at a time I am finding it difficult to write anything new. Thank you DIVYA.

Chris

[Tara]

I love writing about the sea and the natural elements have always inspired and healed me. I really enjoyed your voice in this one

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you Tara. Pleased to meet you. Really appreciate you stopping by. I find healing in the natural world too.

Chris

[Lale]

let there always be your poetry then!!

Beautiful scenery. I am inclined to relate the sea to human nature: A mystery and a hope. No matter how furious the sea gets, a dim sunlight can make it sparkle. :)

[Chris Shaw]

What a lovely thing to say Lale. I agree the sea is very much like human nature. Something about sunlight on water. That sparkle captivates.

Chris

[Patricia]

This moves like sea waves themselves, very heart moving as well. You are such a good writer Chris. Happy New Year! Hugs!

[Chris Shaw]

Thanks Patricia for your kind words and your best wishes Sending my very best to you.

Chris

Chris

[Throwing Romeo]

I just love it when I find a poem that makes me want to read it again.
And again and one more time because it made me feel good thank you for writing this poem.

[Chris Shaw]

Thank YOU. How strange, I have just paid you a visit too. Really appreciate your stopping by.

Chris

[Throwing Romeo]

Well then.... thank you.
It's truly been a pleasure.

[Sami Khalil]

You are doing your part too. Your light is winning the fight and shining upon us in good measure. Beautiful lines with so much goodwill gestures.
Happy New Year.

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you dear Sami for your lovely review. Happy New Year to you too.

Chris

[Sami Khalil]

Same to you. Happy New Year. You are welcome Chris.

[M. J. Smith]

I have never seen the sea. But she haunts me. As the new year approaches, I pray that all poets will leave a little light in the world, as you have. Happy New Year.

[Chris Shaw]

If you have never seen the sea, you have missed out. I love the sea and her many moods. Thank you for this lovely review and I wish you all the best for the new year.

Chris

[M. J. Smith]

Like so many, finances prevent me from visiting a coast. I can only dream... Thank for sharing your own experience.

[JE Falcon]

Such great rhyme and meter, the flow moves like the sea's wave glide. But alas, tis sad.

[Chris Shaw]

Many thank yous Falcon. Pleased you enjoyed. Apologies for the late acknowledgement. All the best.read moreMany thank yous Falcon. Pleased you enjoyed. Apologies for the late acknowledgement. All the best.

Chris

[JE Falcon]

At this time of year, no-one is late.

[ABDUL WAHAB]

Sunlight always symbolises hopes and aspirations. The poem nicely penned Chris.

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you Abdul for commenting and sharing your thoughts. You are greatly appreciated.

Chris