Dripping Diamonds

Dripping diamonds

 

Oh the bliss, of a campfire late at night!

Warm, welcoming; the flames glow, orange and lovely.

Dear husband built the fire, my soul basks

 amidst love’s warm light.

Our love matches ebony- night- reality.

Late and later, comes the moon, reflecting

 orb fire bright.

All around the forest glows as if cast in molten glass.

Late night trees, now drenched,

 in dripping diamonds of moonlight!

Every leaf, branch and twig of Douglas Fir Grove

Simply bestows, Luminescent Moon’s power.

It pierces through each leaf like a living lens

 capturing the magic.

Late and later; all becomes hushed.  So still!

To bask in silver bright shining is my privilege.

Dear Husband Timothy off to sleep.

 This night my heart is comforted.

I rejoice in this precious time of solitude.  Such peace!

My soul inhales quiet, sweet stillness.

Last glowing embers remain and still reveal beauty.

Happy I am to sleepily sit in my place

 of sweetness and light.

Thank you Lord. 

 For your precious moon does rule the night.

                                                                             

Reviews

[Annette Pisano-Higley]

Your beautiful words let me hear the crackle, feel the warmth and smell the woodsmoke of the campfire. Trees "drenched in dripping diamonds of moonlight"- lovely alliteration and imagery...such precious moments in time with your husband shared. Thank you so much for sharing them with us!

[Kathy Van Kurin]

Annette Pisano Higley,
How nice to make your aquaintance. Yes, your words are pretty much in agreement of this poem's reality. How fun and rewarding as youv'e written above: "hear the crackle, feel the warmth and smell the wood smoke of the campfire." all bathed in moonlight luminous. Thank you for coming here to read someone new and thankful you have.
Kathy

[Annette Pisano-Higley]

A pleasure to meet you as well Kathy. You are very welcome. I loved your excellent, magical poem!

[Kathy Van Kurin]

Annette it was so fun to say Hi and read a poem of yours. I wish us both more enjoyment in writing and mutual happy understanding within our words.
Blessings.

[Annette Pisano-Higley]

I appreciate your time and lovely review Kathy. I join you in that sweet wish. Blessings back to you!

[Jacob Clifford]

This poem is packed with imagery and sensational writing. I could feel the comforting flames and hear the gently crackling fire in the beginning. And the description of the picturesque night is beautifully done. I like the image of "dripping diamonds" in the night sky.

[Kathy Van Kurin]

Clifford,
The warmth and comfort of a campfire dispelling darkness is a treasure. I appreciate your thoughtful response. You have shared your own personal translation of what this poem was for your own person. I love it when people give their own thoughts. It takes time and all. Well bless your today and thanks so much for reading and reviewing.
Kathy

[wordman]

wow,you have painted a special moment

[wordman]

you`re welcome,and i do to

[Kathy Van Kurin]

Thanks for your words, Mr. wordman and for reading. I wish you time to enjoy your own moon 'moment.' Alone with luminosity is so magical.

[wordman]

it sounds special, you paint lovely images

[Cyprian Van Dyke]

That is beautiful. The imagery, the feeling and the story of life. Everything read was limned beautifully, wonderfully. I loved the lines,

"Late night trees, now drenched in dripping diamonds of moonlight!"

"For your precious moon rules the night."

The whole poem was a pleasure to read, but these lines stood out a lot. Tyfs!!!

[Kathy Van Kurin]

Cyprian Van Dyke,
The moon is out again tonight and I have looked outside. So lovely! I just never tire of the moon's glory. It is so nice to recieve your nice review and input.
Thanks much.
Kathy

[Cyprian Van Dyke]

You're most welcome. I went walking last night and saw the beautiful moon and talked to it a bit. :)

[Kathy Van Kurin]

Oh fun! I love the image of a person smiling at the moon and just enjoying. Love your comment. The moon will just glow and give peace in return.

[Cyprian Van Dyke]

Affirmative! :)

[Jimmy Yetts]

Imagery, stark and lovely; sweet, uplifting sentiments.
Has a you-are-there vibe.
Gratifying read, Kathy!

[Kathy Van Kurin]

Jimmy Yetts,
Oh I like that! "Stark and Lovely." I hope you did feel like your were there. What else could a writer want, right? Thanks for reading and reviewing. It is appreciated!
Kathy

[Sami Khalil]

"capturing the magic.
Late and later; all becomes hushed. So still!
To bask in silver bright shining is my privilege."

[Kathy Van Kurin]

Hello Sami,
Yes, youv'e got that right. I love to just soak up the show! The night is a time of beautiful process within moon process. Thanks so much for taking some time to comment and read. I hope you "capture some magic of your own."

[Sami Khalil]

All true. You are magically welcome.

[Great Aunt Astri]

You painted a very vivid picture with your words. I wished I was there myself! Sometimes the night, especially if the moon is shining, can be a lovely place of 'sweet stillness'. Nicely done.

[Kathy Van Kurin]

Great Aunt astri,
I wish You could of witnessed this particular night's display as well. You have said it: "a lovely place of 'sweet stillness.' It's cool how the opportunity for beauty within the out-of-doors is freely offered to us! thank you for taking some time to read and comment.
Kathy

[Great Aunt Astri]

You are welcome.

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A lovely title for a poem and well attributed to the flow of moonlight cast upon a hushed serenity.

As always, your poem is written with a sense of wonder and joy for the simple phenomena we take for granted in life; the sounds and sights of flame and moonlight in the dark of the woods. To write like this, one needs to be attuned to one's surroundings, and your words illustrate your ability to do just that.

The woods at night, bathing in the majesty of Queen Moon, must be a wonderful place to reflect on life and be fortunate for what one has around them.

Another fine write, Kathy.

[Kathy Van Kurin]

Doodley
We can all remind one another of what and how life is special. You have done just that with your review. You are such a good writer. I do appreciate your gracious words more than you may know.
Yes that night the moon was simply casting her wash of luminous gold.
Thanks again,
Kathy

[pia]

This was so soothing to read. The imagery and words. I loved them !!!
I love how through those words i could feel your love for your husband !!!
This was amazing

[Kathy Van Kurin]

Pia,
Thank you for your "soothing" words. Don't we long to be soothed sometimes? I think you have spoke a great truth. Love is soothing too. The thing so wonderful is that love is not limited. We can care about everyone in different ways. It is unfathomable. Thanks so much for your time spent here reading and for a nice review Pia.
Kathy

[Jon Roggie]

I love the forest at night. Especially when surrounded by loved ones. Still, the moments alone are precious. A chance with out distraction, seeing the quiet beauty.

[Kathy Van Kurin]

Jon Roggie,
You have given a simple and good take on what is special: "the forest at night." We are busy and surrounded by much which is unatural. To find reprieve within the forest or even our own parks or backyards of an evening is just plain special.You are so right being with others is just special as well and so needed. "Seeing quiet beauty." You said it!
Thanks for your review and presence here.
Blessings,
Kathy

[Jon Roggie]

Thank you. May the life around you give your their blessing, sharing their hope and strength.

[Kathy Van Kurin]

Thanks Jon,
Your shiny and positive words do mean a great deal! See you next time............Kathy

[Tabby Mac]

Beautifully described. I was there with you as I read...what an amazing night. You have a gift...your gratefulness overflows on the page reminding us all of the world around us and how simple and magnificent life can be if we just take a minute to soak it all in.
I might read it again to see the fire and moonlight one more time! Love this one!!
Tabby

[Kathy Van Kurin]

Tabby Mac,
Oh thanks! It's always so nice to think that someone else may of felt they were a part of the scene within writing. I aways hope that someone will feel good and somehow share a little joy from something I write.
Your review has truly warmed my heart!
Bless you as always,
Kathy

[Tabby Mac]

A welcoming scene and write! I felt a sense of home. Beautiful!!! Always a pleasure Kathy!
Tabby