it is morning

artwork by korpita

it is morning

the ocean wears a dress of fire

its lace border of foam undulates as i watch

rosy light washes over the world

the vibrant colors of life feed me

reborn with the day

i am made of light

oh, and my parents genes of course

on a day as bright as this one

there must only be good thoughts

so why do my cheekbones feel my mother’s smile

even as my father’s blue eyes fill with tears

Reviews

[Neville]

Unfortunately I am more a mourning person than a morning person and a bad griever as a general rule. However, I have noticed over the years that my own diurnal variation often seems to be influenced by my initial or waking thoughts.

I have such lovely memories of so many loved and dear ones that I really should lean more towards euphoria, but dont....Hence some of my early & more morbid stuff.

Now then, having got all that off my chest, I must say that this is another one of those that has left me with a lump in my throat so late in the day. So I just cant win, can I............... A true delight to read and empathise alongside with .....N

[Lydia Shutter]

A "mourning" person....hmmm....but you are not in darkness all the time, my friend. This I know. Thank you so much for the lovely review and empathy! Lydi**

[Neville]

You my dear friend are absolutely spot on in your deductions.................

[Patricia Wedel]

dear Lydi🦋... I can only dream of sitting by the sea... wondering why the sea wears a dress of fire... how appropriate.., my mother's smile... my fathers tears... it all seems clear..,
we ponder the change a day can bring... to challenge each new day and find a way where foam is flowers embracing a new day. truly, Pat

[Lydia Shutter]

Yes, the dress of fire....unfortunately your cottage wore that and it was not pretty. Today is a challenge for you, sweet friend of mine. My heart goes up to Virginia with a huge hug. Thank you for taking the time to review my words today. Love, Lydi**

[Patricia Wedel]

Yes... lots of memories to cherish... now resting in eternity... truly, Pat

[Paul Bell]

I just think it's the sea.
Every feeling, every memory is in there.
It's why we can just sit and watch it all day.
Hypnotising in a good way.

[Lydia Shutter]

Absolutely, Paul. You are so right. Thanks very much, Lydi**

[Anand Sehgal]

it is morning

the ocean wears a dress of fire

its lace border of foam undulates ----


I have not read such scenic lines in a while :)
wonderful depiction of visuals :)

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[Lydia Shutter]

Thank you very much, Anand. Lydi**

[DIVYA]

Ironic, how even on the sunniest of days, sadness touches one, unexpectedly. Perhaps, its the absence of those who loved us most selflessly. Your words build up like a wave to crash on the shore, bringing home with them the sorrow felt. The picture is beautiful too.

[Lydia Shutter]

Divya, you always "feel" my words and I appreciate that so very much. Thank you! Lydi**

[DIVYA]

It is always my pleasure to read such insightful poetry, dear Lydi ⚘

[jacob erin-cilberto]

even with the best intentions of thoughts...the sad ones bloom like flowers in autumn..

i really miss my folks...
thanks for this poem...

j.

[Lydia Shutter]

I think many of us do. Thank you, Jacob. I appreciate the review. Lydi**

[Sami Khalil]

"rosy light washes over the world
the vibrant colors of life feed me
reborn with the day:

Smooth sailing and very uplifting. Celebrating life and light. Kudos.

[Lydia Shutter]

Thank you so much, Sami. I appreciate your review. Lydi**

[Writer at last! Sky ~]

it is morning Lydi** Good morning from the reader's eye. Glad to see, the way you twisted the prose in last two lines. Lydi** that's your hallmark.

[Lydia Shutter]

I appreciate your review, Sky. Thank you. Lydi**

[Writer at last! Sky ~]

Your most welcome :)