Beneath A Cyber Sky

dedicated to my cyber friend in poetry for Valentine's Day

Though separated by miles and miles

I sense your spirit looming.

Sharing words and thoughts, you come alive

in my waking and my dreaming.

 

Like a warm wind in summer

or ocean’s salty breeze

the gentle caress of showers in spring

the humming of honey bees.

 

It may be subtle but it is deep

this link between you and I.

May it always grow and steadfast keep

beneath the cyber sky.

Author's Note

The photo was taken at dusk over Lake Erie in Ohio.

Reviews

[Lydia Shutter]

What a soft and gentle way to describe relationships that form on the internet. Not always romantic...but always deep and meaningful. Your rhyming and rhythm is perfect in this one. Beautiful to read....soothing. Lydi**

[Dara]

Thank you Lydi. Your reviews always mean so much to me.

[h d e rushin]

i was in North Carolina over the weekend. it rained but a reflective coating was on the trees from my train window and they all seemed to be individually wrapped in green. Poetry changes from region to region, i mean, it must since we change from destination to arrival/. Cyber means a kind of distance that
relates to our consistory of networking. Like talking to someone on the phone that you love (I've noticed) that i always cross my legs or touch my face during the conversation. When you share, there really is no distance that means anything at all....great image making Dara.../dana

[Dara]

Thank you for this beautiful, insightful review. Love has no boundaries physically or spiritually does it. Btw, we had snow just a few days ago. Our weather loves to keep us guessing. So nice to see you here. I look forward to reading more of your wonderful poetry!

[Nipplegrinder]

This is a beautiful bit of writing.

[Dara]

Many thanks! I thought other poets might relate since words alone can hold so much meaning.

[lessa (kenzie)]

This is so beautiful, I really enjoyed this write.

[Dara]

Thank you so much. Certain holidays make me feel very nostalgic.

[Lavi]

This is where one would go, "Ha! Not all of Cyberspace leads to corruption and sadness." Everything in life is a double-edged sword after all. Anyways, I love this poem and the picture you added above it is completely fitting because it set the tone. It kind of had a peace-of-mind aura and I've never read anything like it. Cyber Sky in particular, very good. Thanks for sharing!

[Dara]

I love your reference to a double-edged sword because it really is so true. It is great of you to take the time to read and review my write and wonderful that you enjoyed it. Thanks so much.

[Einstein Noodle]

wonderful imagery Dara...and so very much you point to one of the very fine things about "on-line" ... it was relaxing to settle into your form of rhythm and rhyme .. just like an old and comfortable friend.... or chair ;) very much enjoyed reading "Beneath a Cyber Sky" ... such a fine closing wrap up as well says i!
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[Dara]

Thank you, I am so happy you enjoyed my little write. I know you can relate and understand the importance of having our friends online to share poetry and other thoughts with. Always so good to see you hear my friend!

[Ardra]

Beautiful poem and the photo, i have been blessed with many friends who are very close to me...
and this poem sure has a feel good touch to it..under the cyber sky :))

[Dara]

It is amazing how close one can feel to people who we have never seen nor may ever know in person. That is the beauty of the internet and websites such as this one. Hopefully it will be around for years to come. Thanks for stopping by and having a read!

[emmajoy]

Beautiful photo.. truly beautifu. And, your poem floats 'longside it perfectly.. such calm, sweet words.

' Like a warm wind in summer - or ocean’s salty breeze - the gentle caress of showers in spring - the humming of honey bees. ' - how wonderful is that.. sighhh

[Dara]

I am always looking for a good reason to post some of my photographs, amateur photographer that I am :-) I am so glad you enjoyed this one and truly look forward to youe lovely warm comments! Take care, Emma.

[Kelly Scheppers]

Your poem speaks volumes to me, for I take to heart the many of friendships I've been fortunate to have made through the years at Starlite, and now here at the WC. Truly, I don't know where I would be without them!

May our cyber friendship always grow, and steadfast keep, Dara!

[Dara]

I second that emotion Kelly! For about 4 days straight I couldn't link to the site. It was a very lonely feeling. Thank you for your kind words and continued friendship. They mean so much!

[Kelly Scheppers]

I felt the same when it was down. I think many of us did, but we just don't realize how much it plays a part in our everyday life. It's as habitual to me as a cup of coffee, and my days always begin with one!

[Dara]

Poetry and coffee, to me, go together like a horse and carriage :-) Let's hope the site keeps going strong. I know now importance it is to me.