Glorious

(written after last night's amazing sunset)

it's not often that days
come gift wrapped with
ribbons of gold

that's why today will be
memorable and the sun
thought so too

as that magnificent orb
of molten fire appeared
magnified ten fold

in the evening sky
smiling at me before
that last blissful kiss

slipping out of sight
reluctantly with a promise
of more heat on the morrow

Reviews

[Patricia Wedel]

dearest Chris… yesterday was Hot and Humid… Today at Six AM.. it is Overcast; however, our tall bright Red Rise Crepe Myrtle Tree has grown very High and can be seen from our Master bedroom through our Large Window and appears like a stained glass window in a Cathedral. A Poets Paradise. 💗 love and best wishes, Pat

[Chris Shaw]

I love that your myrtle tree has grown high. Cathedrals and stained glass and candles bring such a feeling of peace dear Pat. Your beautiful thoughts are touching.

Chris

[Patricia Wedel]

You are a poet who wakes at first light; I likewise often do the same.. as it is Six am in Fredericksburg, Virginia where last night’s Rain and wind has brought us a grey sunrise hidden in deep thoughts of Sadness and Variants that plague our World. The Sun will come out tomorrow… you Bet your bottom dollar… as in the Movie “Annie”. gently, Pat

[Temperance]

Thank you for letting us share the sunset with you. You described it so well it made me feel as if I was there with you sharing the glory of that beautiful orb. The sun has been relentless here with temps over 100 degrees for numerous days. A cool front is coming that will give us about 5 days of 84 - 97 degree weather. Looking forward to that! Very nice read for me Ms. Chris. Thank you! Temp

[Chris Shaw]

Thanks Temp. It's been hot here as well so happy for the cooler breezes. Thank you for a charming review. Much appreciated.

Chris

[Coyote Poetry]

It is cool to see the 9pm sun falling on a Summer day. Create a masterpiece of art for us to see dear Chris.
"it's not often that days
come gift wrapped with
ribbons of gold"
I agree and I loved the above lines. Thank you dear friend for sharing the amazing poetry and your thoughts.
Coyote

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you Coyote for the golden gift of your reviews. We are lucky to have you with us at WC.

Chris

[Coyote Poetry]

Was my pleasure and you are welcome, dear Chris.

[duff]

Radiant writing that warms the skin. The last lines bring hope for tomorrow. Your writing is always on point Chris. Beautifully done my friend.

[Chris Shaw]

Dear duff, it's good to see you and I thank you for stopping by.

Chris

[Patricia Wedel]

Love the first Verse “gifted with Ribbons of Gold”… although I am becoming Old… I still wear Ribbons in my Hair… while enjoying the Sea Air..
tenderly, Pat

[Chris Shaw]

May you always wear ribbons in your hair Pat. To me it means you are still enjoying the beauty of the little things in life and living in the moment. Sending gold ribboned love across the pond.

Chris

[Ruth Martz]

Beautifully poetic. Wonderful imagery and visuals!🙏💐

[Chris Shaw]

Pleased you enjoyed my sunset Ruth. Spectacular it was. Thanks for stopping by.

Chris

[supernova_thoughts]

This piece created a beautiful picture for me. Awaiting for the next day and the days to come.

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you supernova. Pleased you enjoyed the imagery. You are appreciated. Have a lovely day.

Chris

[supernova_thoughts]

You too, Chris. Take care!

[John the Baptist]

I love beautiful sunsets dearly. The heat, not so much.

[Chris Shaw]

We have blistering heat. Most un British and most uncomfortable as we don't have air conditioning. However, the sunsets are to die for. Thanks John.

Chris

[Richard Knox]

We seem to be inspired by spectacular sunsets, and your poem describes one beautifully! Perhaps a perilously thin silver lining to be found in the effects of global climate disaster?

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you Richard. Glorious sunsets, yes. However the temperature is sizzling. We are having most un British weather and with no air conditioning in our homes, it is a constant reminder of climate change. Appreciate you stopping by.

Chris

[Stuart Munro]

Once I imagined when young , that God lived inside the Sun
Really like your poem , thanks for sharing

[Chris Shaw]

That is a very endearing thought from a child. I like that idea. Thanks Stuart.