note: In light of unresolved disaster needs in Puerto Rico and the devastating shootings in Las Vegas, I have no words to write on those subjects…too overwhelming. I tend to express myself through musical phrases rather than sentences; poetry rather than prose.
Heartfelt condolences to all affected in both places.
And
RIP to both Tom Petty (fav rocker) & Red Miller (creator of the Broncos Orange Crush that took us to our first Super Bowl with quarterback Craig Morton – remembered with fondness)
Seems like 2017 has a backlog of compositions in various stages of emergence; here is a recent poem on the beauty felt during a more glorious occasion, as promised.
Totality: South Carolina 2017
poem by Laura Bruno Lilly
Coronet spills
fire cream
Crown
~
Daytime bathed
in Twilight
Moonglow
~
Air embraced
standstill sun
Conversion
~
Beautiful Laura, it seems so simple but you’ve conveyed so much in these words.
Thank-you, Andrea.
It has been quite a time for reflection, in many aspects of our lives. Your poem expresses hope, beauty, and connection, key ingredients for healing. Ta love!
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moonglowsolartotalitypeace
very fitting, thank you.
what a special time, eh?
Beautiful poem, Laura. I hope you and the family are doing well. Enjoy your weekend.
Thanks, Jill. I’m looking forward to a mellow weekend – hope you can relax a bit, too!
Thanks for that. Life has been so eclipsed by loss, reminders of a natural glory can help light the way forward.
I relate to your use of the term ‘eclipse’ in the here and now of our lives…you certainly have a way with words, Sue.
Great images, Laura, paticularly the opener.
And in your introduction yes-some dark times we’re witnessing at the moment.
The opener is my fav section, too. Your comment as a pubbed poet is highly regarded, Andy.
Remember the orange crush! What a great memory! Broncos have been my team since about 1975!
Aha, another Broncomaniac!
Yet, we are both displaced in the Carolinas!
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Oh, Laura. So lovely. Just what was needed today. We need these glimpses of beauty. So thank you. I love the words you chose. They express the eclipse so well.
You are most welcome, Linda…as you know, it feels good to share our (he)art and then receive support such as yours! So, thank you.