Resolve

calm the lakes that bleed the river
as the mist drifts off its surface
rising upwards dissipating
torched by burnished morning sun
ghostly trails of veils now perish
as the light grows ever stronger
courage comes as it is needed
stay the course and see it done
now the sparkles dance on water
gleaming on the skin of ripples
i was born my father’s daughter
taught by him to overcome
go find inside your strength he’d tell me
let the lion roar and freely
dig in deep and don’t succumb

Reviews

[Stuart Munro]

Chris , one of your best , tho I know nothing about poetry , so says Kevin from All poetry ,giggle
Nice words connections , we all resolve like music , in jazz a 251 , we go two or too , then if it’s alright we give a high five , then we go to the one , that’s ourselves , your a really skilled poet, have a great day week ect

[Chris Shaw]

Many thanks Stuart for your encouraging review. All the best to you.

Chris

[William Michael Reeves]

That first line catches my mind. The rivers are so strong and tumultuous at times, then empty into the calm. Your father knew the power of a river. How difficult it is to change its course dug in as deep as they are. And the deeper the river the more calm to bleed.

[Chris Shaw]

You are spoiling me with reviews Bill. I have to say it really pleases:) Yes, my Dad was a man with wisdom. Thank you so much for sharing your thoughts here. So pleased you stopped by.

Chris

[red93]

Really Excellent Chris, how you combine yr Painterly touches and imagery with a strong message. Loved it ✨️✨️✨️✨️✨️

[Chris Shaw]

Good Thursday morning Tony. Thank you so much for stopping by.

Chris

[John the Baptist]

The first lines, which describe the sun's determined rise, act as a metaphor for the speaker's code for dealing with life. Basically, it recommends going within to gain spirit and determination when dealing with any problem: "dig in deep and don't succumb". I think Mr. Churchill would have endorsed this view enthusiastically.

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you so much. I especially like your Churchill remark. Digging in deep served this country very well in past conflicts. Have a great Thursday.

Chris

Chris

[Nima.Hope]

How beautiful you focused on the beauty of the nature and then wrote about wise words of your father. I love it. I always like it when experienced people as you talk of the wisdom they saw in others. May your dear father rest in peace.
P.S: I really was messed up recently due to University Entrance Exam and other things so I couldn't visit my dear friends' pages here. How are you doing dear Chris?

[Chris Shaw]

Dear Nima , I am well. Thank you for asking. I hope you are feeling more settled now. So pleased you enjoyed this poem. I owe you a visit my friend. I will drop by very soon.

Chris

[Nima.Hope]

I wish all the joy,health and happiness in the world for you and your dear family 🌹.
Yes I'm very better now and I have extreme time for poetry as well🙂. It's so kind of you, you're always welcomed for visiting this amateur poet's page.
Have a nice day Ma'am.

[W. Barrett Munn]

these first four lines are A+++. lakes that bleed the rivers is brilliant metaphor.

Winston

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you Winston. I appreciate your thoughts. Have a good Thursday.

Chris

[Stella Armour]

How wise and thoughtful your father was to tell you that Chris..
Stretches of water are so haunting in the early morning light, then to change in moments into something alive and sparkling..

[Chris Shaw]

I was fortunate with my Dad. A man of wisdom who loved the natural environment. Thank you Stella for your thoughtful review. Enjoy the rest of the day.

Chris

[Stella Armour]

Sounds like we are both busy outside today Chris, but no better place to be than nurturing the garden

[Neville]

exceptionally well poemed Chris .. and it's not just your father who would be proud of you .. take my word for it .. Neville

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you so much and on two accounts. Hope your today is a good one Neville.

Chris

[Pete]

wow. outstanding poetry erasing doubt. was hooked from the opening line. love the symbolism. this is the sort of thing we all need to read each day. beyond well done chris. bravo ... :)

[Chris Shaw]

Many thanks Pete for your very generous review. Given me a Wednesday smile you have :) Have a great day.

Chris

[Patricia Wedel]

dear Chris... "Let the Lion Roar and freely." was it the Lion in Wizard of Oz that needed Courage? So many Virtues and so little Time. We have a very large Window overlooking the Tall trees in our Master bedroom upstairs. This morning there was a Cardinal that was observing us as we discussed our Plans for the day. It was uncanny and made us realize that Birds have "spirits" perhaps of our loved ones who have "gone to Glory".

[Chris Shaw]

Dear Pat, I love your comment about the cardinal. This morning, there were two butterflies on the garden table, on the deck outside my kitchen door. My granddaughter told me to go and say hello. Thank you so much for your visit. Sending love and warm wishes across the pond.

Chris