Chris Shaw : Writing

A Matter of Trust

A Matter of Trust

A Poem by Chris Shaw


What credence does one hold in trust?Like gold it gleams, like dust it falls.Like Humpty Dumpty off the wall.When broken what a costly fix,when everyt..
We Live In Times Of Deep Regret

We Live In Times Of Deep Regret

A Poem by Chris Shaw


(one from my archives, but just as relevant)
Shades of Purple

Shades of Purple

A Poem by Chris Shaw


As dusk descends on purple fieldswhere you and I meet in our dreams,where lavender exudes its calm,we walk the seams, take in the scent.Admire the pin..
A Show of Snowdrops

A Show of Snowdrops

A Poem by Chris Shaw


(a little bit of spring)
Finale

Finale

A Poem by Chris Shaw


Here comes the wash of tidal flow,full moon glow on a starlit night,your tepid touch returns to me.A light caress on freckled skin,impressed by charm ..
At the Heels of a Comet

At the Heels of a Comet

A Poem by Chris Shaw


Jacob has posted his poem about Assia Wevill, the love rival of Sylvia Plath who was married to the poet Ted Hughes. We were having a conversation abo..
Disillusioned

Disillusioned

A Poem by Chris Shaw


I watched our world through pale pink hueswhich lifted me, brought me delight.I'd marvel at the glory seen,was blind to all the ghouls of night.But sa..
Air Display

Air Display

A Poem by Chris Shaw


(Brixham at night, is my delight. I just sit at the window and stare)
Daydreams Of a Warmer Kind

Daydreams Of a Warmer Kind

A Poem by Chris Shaw


Beyond the blackened silhouettesof conifers and English oaks,lie lakes of sunrise in the sky.A blend of hues in red and goldspread wide their welcome ..
Estranged

Estranged

A Poem by Chris Shaw


( from a photograph of a sea stack which sent my thoughts meandering)