Revelation

(turning a negative into a positive)

in the rush to clear
all evidence of careless
a fragment of broken glass
from a shattered vase
escaped a dustpan
and bristle brush

no one noticed its fate
though seen by the keen eye
of the late day sun
a spotlight fell upon
damage done

it blinded a certain someone
with its dazzling display
of flash bulb bright
how well it shone

what’s this here he said
as he knelt down to retrieve
the forgotten shard
left on a varnished floor
glinting in its last chance glory
before it was laid to rest

plain it had been in its
everyday
insignificant in its own way
and yet now to be remembered
not for what it had once been
but how glorious it became
at its ending

Reviews

[AYVID]

Dear Chris,

In breaking, there was liberation from structure and there was such glory! The shard broke free and how it dazzled. That was the zenith of it's unremarkable existence. It's moment in time. For a few moments it forgot what it was and rose above and beyond itself to blind someone absolutely with its brilliance.

Life is like that. It gives one unexpected moments to shine and in the most unlikely of ways. Perhaps, we are all stars in our own right. We all have that ability in us to dazzle the world with our brilliance but that moment of breaking, that moment of reckoning, becoming a shard did not happen. Yet. Again, anything is possible till there is life in us.

My friend, this is one of the most soul stirring metaphors I have read in years and your words have brought it to life by way of a myriad of thoughts and feelings. I'll keep this poem always close to me for the sheer beauty and hope it brought me. A true revelation it is!

[Chris Shaw]

I am thrilled by your review Divya and that you have saved this poem to your favorites. A huge thank you from me. Have a wonderful Tuesday 🌹

Chris

[AYVID]

You're welcome, dear Chris. I loved this poem. ❤

[catwriter]

Only an artist or a poet sees things like this, glinting shards of glass become things of beauty. I like this poem.

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you catwriter. I appreciate your thoughts.

Chris

[duff]

A creation broken a creation born. Wonderfully creative and smart. Grinning.

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you duff for stopping by. Hope all is good with you. Have a great day.

Chris

[Linda Marie Van Tassell]

I have often thought of the beauty of broken mirrors. While whole, it has one reflection. When broken, it can reflect the same thing a thousand times, which has the effect of magnification. I can see the same with the broken glass.

It also makes me think of the quote, "There's a crack in everything. That's how the light gets in."

Lastly, it makes me think of the Japanese art form of Kintsugi, whereby broken pottery is repaired with a glue-like tree sap and the cracks are adorned with gold. There are no attempts to hide the damage, instead, it is highlighted.

We have all been broken in one way or another. It's the mending that gives us strength. The ability to overcome is the most beautiful liberation. We are made wiser and better because of it.

Well penned.

[Chris Shaw]

Thrilled to receive this lovely review Linda. So interesting. Thank you so much and for the lesson too.

Chris

[Lisasview]

Oh dear Chris... Do I ever love
your poem.Interesting how our minds work....
Yours works very ceatively...thinking out of the box...
Love it!,
Lisa

[Chris Shaw]

Dear Lisa, thank you for stopping by today. So pleased you enjoyed the read. We are away from home in Brixham by the harbour. Lovely and sunny it is. Making the most of it before the rain returns:) Have a great day.

Chris

[Lisasview]

You are most welcome... We really need a vacation!!

[Soren]

What a great metaphor turned on its head. We often think of broken glass as now worthless having been once something of value now lost. In this the beauty lay in its new gained beauty having been broken it now reflects something far greater. A very insightful piece full of deep wisdom.

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you Soren. Pleased you enjoyed the metaphor here. Your kindness is much welcomed. All the best.

Chris

[Lydia Shutter]

My Dad used to say that everything beautiful is not perfect. The vase that shard belonged to definitely was more beautiful. That fragment had fame after its death....so much like many artists do. Beautifully written, Chris. Lydi**

[Chris Shaw]

Dear Lydi** thanks for sharing a little of your Dad with me. Know that I appreciated that. All the best.

Chris

[Patricia Wedel]

dear Chris… last night at Midnight I saw Venus shining brighter than ever before… the more broken we are the Brighter we shine on our Planet Earth… as we prepare to leave .. our Spirit is our Guide. softly, Pat

[Chris Shaw]

Dear Patricia, , your lovely review sharing Venus with me was very much appreciated. Your thoughts and visits always appreciated. I hope you and Roger are keeping well. Sending love across the waves.

Chris

[Patricia Wedel]

Yes, dear ♥️ heart… Roger and myself are winging our way each day… we have medical issues, but are fortunate to have tests and carry on with an attitude of blessings. Yesterday was Sunny and today Wednesday is overcast… I will have a Test about three pm today… keep me in your Prayers… I still want to bloom and grow. hugs, Pat (will let you know in a few days if all is well). 💐 flowers and 💗 love.. by the Rappahannock River… Cardinals and Mourning Doves are feeding on our Deck. 🎶 Pat

[Patricia Wedel]

The Test went well and we are optimistic… Prayers have Wings. tenderly, Pat

[Chris Shaw]

So pleased to hear that Pat. You were in my thoughts yesterday. We are currently on holiday for a week with family. Sending love to you both across the waves . Take it easy and get some rest. ❤️💐

[Patricia Wedel]

Thanks Chris... I was retaining fluid in my Legs... so Oracle Heart and Vascularr gave me a Heart Monitor to be certain that my Heart maintains the correct beats and rhythms. It is worth the Attention to follow through. We are so intricately designed. Lovely for you to be on Holiday. gently, Pat

[Chris Shaw]

Hello Pat, look after your dear heart. I hope the monitor helps. We aren’t on holiday at the moment, this is an old post from last year. Take good care of yourself. 🌹

[Wondering Mind]

Now the twist in the ending stanza is art.
Lovely flow of words.

[Chris Shaw]

Many thank yous Wandering Mind for stopping by today to share your thoughts. Most appreciated.
read moreMany thank yous Wandering Mind for stopping by today to share your thoughts. Most appreciated.

Chris

[red93]

Excellent as ever Chris. Would you believe it has rained all day here in Bristol UK ? Welcome to the English Spring 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you Tony for stopping by. We are in Brixham by the harbour and the sun is out. Hope your day today is better than yesterday’s rain:) Having a holiday with family.

Chris

[red93]

Lovely ✨️✨️✨️✨️✨️