Illumination

sol rises as night scuttles away

strikes gold rays on old trinkets

treasures in silly sentiment

early morning brings new glory

burnished in blazing brightness

dazzling in pretty preciousness

take a bow on that window cill

appreciate lateness of applause

overdue recognition duly noted

seeing through new eyes

opens up mind's vast corridors

to all those avenues less explored

Reviews

[Silmara McGarry]

I absolutely love this poem!!! I read it twice! Its like a beautiful melody in a dreamy time, written so skilfully and with such an elegant edge to it. So captivating and wonderful indeed!!!!!

Huge well done from me Chris :-))))))))

Stay safe
Hugs,
Sil

[Chris Shaw]

Lovely Sil, thank you so much for your visit. All good wishes.

Chris

[Poetic Beauty]

I love the words use to describe the sun creeping in the window shining upon trinket. This is beautifully descriptive and made me feel as if I could actually feel the warmth of the sun shining in

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you PB. Appreciate your thoughts and your visit. All good wishes.

Chris

[Poetic Beauty]

You are welcome. I love poems that allow me to feel warmth

[Chris Shaw]

Pleased to hear that. Have a lovely day or sleep, whichever comes first :)

[Poetic Beauty]

Sleep is not far off for me. It is 2 am here

[Chris Shaw]

Then you must be feeling pretty tired. I wish you dreamy dreams :)

[Poetic Beauty]

Thanks but I’m a night owl and work second shift so it’s just now getting to my bedtime lol

[MsJewel]

This reminds me of the early morning, when all is still and with a breath held the sun rises..............a treasure in silly sentiment - perhaps. Beautifully and elegantly written. Truly lovely. :) Julie

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you for your thoughtful review Julie. All the best and keep safe.

Chris

[Betty Hermelee]

This shows love of morning glory, blazing brightness, who should take a bow for making us feel delicious!
I love the way you structured this poem, as if the sun was a living being; sometimes we have to see things differently than before; then perhaps we can appreciate it more....opens our minds to to possibilities.
Lovely images Chris.
Best, Betty

[Chris Shaw]

Dear Betty you are so supportive. Thank you my friend.

Chris

[Betty Hermelee]

Of course!!

[lightsong]

Gorgeous, brilliant as only expected from the talented, expert with expressions and painting scenes, You dear Chris. you choose your title making your poem completely perfect. again enjoyed the hopeful and uplifting feelings you bring in your poems. Thank You 💕

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you lightsong with your encouraging review. Always good to have a visit from you dear poet.read moreThank you lightsong with your encouraging review. Always good to have a visit from you dear poet.

Chris

[emmajoy]

You have the ability to remind me and surely others, that looking at same things at different times, in different lights can start a new train of thought and feeling, Chris. Read aloud. your words make music as well as virtual miniatures. Lovely! A sweet dream kind of poem.. thank you!

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you dear Em. Appreciate your kind thoughts.

Chris

[Pete]

well you've certainly given rise to a sunny day. thinks look so much better in the light of day, even old things with a new perspective. perfect title. uplifting thoughts. i enjoyed every bit of it from start to finish ... :)

[Chris Shaw]

A little bit of sunshine can make a huge difference. Many thanks Pete. All good wishes.

read moreA little bit of sunshine can make a huge difference. Many thanks Pete. All good wishes.

Chris

[The Rock And Roll Cowbo..]

Any morning I wake up is a great day filled with possibilities. Love the positive nature of this poem

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you Dale for your encouraging review. All the best.

Chris

[Sherri Moshman Paganos]

Lovely imagery Chris, as you celebrate the sunrise -- I really like the word "scuttles" in stanza 1 and your alliteration. Goes from concrete to universal reflection. Enjoyed it.

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you Sherri for your lovely review.

Chris

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New day, new possibility.. Every sunrise is new and can bring about new avenues to explore! A truly illuminated soul is the best gift that new "sun" Can give... Nice alliteration here

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you dear Sima. Sunrise can certainly shine her light on each new dawn. You are so appreciated.

Chris