Shackled Wings....

just a reminder that the darkness never lasts very long...

Shackled Wings….

 

Chained and bound

Unable to fly

Iron ring soldered tight

‘round yon ankle slight

 

Wings of feathers fitfully extend

no escape from chains of lead

Dearest beast’s panic breath

Wild eyes, fearful heart

Just out of the light, into the dark

 

Bright, white feathers reflect dearest moon

Chained, unable to roam, left to swoon

Darkness swallows her voice and her words

Terrible winds blow, rattling her fur

 

Curled up next to rock, brush, and cacti

Dust blows and tumbleweeds fly

Curled within her protective wings

Waiting for the fury to fizzle and sing

 

Winds whip, toss, and whistle

This way, and that until morning’s drizzle

long dark, tormented night 

stretches onward until out of sight

Blackest pitch swallows thought

consciousness dims amid sleep gently brought

Dew appears amid the few grass blades

Untouched by yonder wind 

and night’s wicked cavalcade

 

Dawns light breaks aft horizon

Indigo, saffron, and sunburst yellows

Paint the sky oft darkest night’s shadow.

 

Morning breaks, winds are gone

Day springs bright and new; shackles dissolve

wings extend, no chains in sight!

to harness the beauty of this creature’s flight.

 

Darkest fears and tortured thoughts

Fade amid sleep’s restful draught

Morning breaks, a new day dawns

Light chases the darkness hither and yon

 

 

Bright Ocean Star; May 6, 2015

 

 

 

Author's Note

just something that I was feeling today...I hope you like it. Image is courtesy of:
http://media.photobucket.com/user/cathy382003/media/angels/_angels_.jpg.html?filters[term]=chained%20angels&filters[primary]=images&sort=1&o=130

Reviews

[rubie]

This is a very compelling write, because it shows us that it's always darkest before the dawn, and one must travel through the darkness in order to find the light.

I love how you bring in images of nature and the vibrant colors of the sky to brighten this message.

Nicely penned.

[Bright Ocean Star]

Thank you, Rubie. You have made me very happy tonight! :)

[Savannah Bly]

I like some of the diction in this but I was wanting a more descriptive narrative of the actual wings. I don't know...maybe I am misunderstanding the theme.

Good work!

[Bright Ocean Star]

Savannah, it's good to see you here. I'm touched that you liked this one, and left your kind review. Thank you for dropping in.

[The Rock And Roll Cowbo..]

Even the most priest of heart have moments of emotional abyss... but the faith within will always lead to light.

[Bright Ocean Star]

Thank you, Cowboy! This one was perkolating in my head for a long time. I'm glad you enjoyed it. :)

[The Rock And Roll Cowboy(REBEL WITH A CAUSE)]

You are most welcome hon.

[icelandicblue]

Each stanza creates its own images and you have wound them together beautifully.

[Bright Ocean Star]

Thank you, Ice. It is so good to hear from you again...:)

[1VJ]

Before the sun rises the skies are at their darkest hue, very well said! I hear the Sun Will Come Out Tomorrow from Annie in my head! You're only a day away. :)

[s y e]

Your writing touches me and somehow, I can relate to it even if I haven't experienced it... Memories come back, I relate to it more than any other I have read. You, Frieda and Jack were people I could relate to even though I hadn't gone through it.

This is out of this world, I love it.

[Bright Ocean Star]

Yeay!! Noodley! I'm so happy you like it...:) Thank you for the tremendous compliments. you are super sweet. Thanks for stopping in to read and leave these beautiful words. Miss you!

[MomzillaNC]

I loved the lines:
"Darkest fears and tortured thoughts
Fade amid sleep’s restful draught
Morning breaks, a new day dawns
Light chases the darkness hither and yon”

I recommend editing this piece. Some of the themes are wonderful. But, the piece overall seemed to ramble a bit and run-on.

[Bright Ocean Star]

Yes, it probably did...especially toward the end. I'll keep working on it. Thank you, MommaZ. I always appreciate seeing you here and reading your insightful comments...:) A professional viewing is a beautiful gift. Thank you.:)

[MomzillaNC]

You’re welcome.

[Bright Ocean Star]

MZ, I'm over my head with other work responsibilities right now, and editing this one is a joy that will have to wait until I'm allowed some time off. Don't be offended if you notice I'm not acting on your advice. I just don't have time, but it is on my mind. Good luck with Zander. I can't wait.:)

[MomzillaNC]

It’s cool; life keeps happening.

And, just to be a spelling Nazi… his name is short for ‘Alexander’ and therefore spelled ‘Xander.’

[Bright Ocean Star]

Oh, ok. I couldn't be sure at the time, and I knew it was probably a 50/50 shot one way or the other. Thanks for the reminder...:)

[MomzillaNC]

:D That’s me, spelling Nazi!

[Bluefire]

Amazing imagery and emotion. The colors in this were quite inhumanly dark and bright as Heaven and hell.
Well done!

[Bright Ocean Star]

Thank you, Blue. It is nice to see you here once in awhile..:)

[Bluefire]

No problem c= Nice to be here

[Tom]

With the rising sun spreading its welcome radiance, those inner fears are dissipated as freedom imbues !

A rich cacophonous blend of emotion so beautifully worded in sublime metaphoric colour !

[Bright Ocean Star]

Thank you, Tom. I'm happy you dropped in to read and review this one...:) Thank you for leaving such a nice review.

[....................]

Depression is heavy and can shackle even the strongest souls when it strikes... this is such a dark write that clearly captures the grasp depression holds on those suffering and so hopeful in it's conclusion of entering the light... well-done.

[Bright Ocean Star]

Thank you, FT. I'm so happy you nailed it perfectly. Very true, my friend..