Aurora Borealis

It's on my bucket list as is penning a reasonable sonnet. I don't try these often.

In close cupped hands I hold a golden wish,

I kiss my thumbs, set free so it might fly.

My wish to gaze enchanted in the nights

by spirits as they dance across the sky

I'd marvel at the sight of Northern Lights

that sashay softly, swirl and glow bright green.

And then pinch-pleated curtains made from silk

that roll effusing hues of purple sheen.

Aurora, Roman Goddess of the dawn,

bring forth your lavish riches don't be shy.

Grant me one boon to kneel in front of you

and witness this first hand before I die.

Enrich my soul, delight me I implore,

don't leave me disappointed wanting more.

Reviews

[Neville]

I have never attempted one of these .. I've never dared to .. but you here my friend have done the sacred sonnet proud .. Its on my bucket list too .. went to Iceland a year or two back specifically as ya do to see them .. but missed em by ten minutes or so ........................ Neville

[Chris Shaw]

I don't do many of these Neville. They are too difficult. I can remember this one taking an age to do. Thank you for letting it breathe again.

Chris

[Amy R]

The northern lights are so daringly beautiful,
such magnificent and sweet description,
keep up the great inks!

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you Amy R for your encourgement.

Chris

[Amy R]

You're welcome Anne :)

[Nigel Newman]

Chris I can thoroughly endorse your wish to see the Northern Lights. Obviously there are no promises. We saw them, but pretty static green was all we got. I hope you're extra lucky and see the pinch-pleated rolling curtains! We've been to Lapland twice and just adored the whole experience both times, so the modest light appearance wasn't that big a deal. We booked with a small organisation that took us nightly from our accommodation to locations where they had been recently spotted. We didn't fancy the possible 2am wake-up call and it worked for us. But then on a separate holiday in Iceland, some folk went on a speculative night-trip from Reykjavik and had a wonderful sighting only a few miles from the city. There's no telling! I wish you luck.

BRs Nigel

[Chris Shaw]

Good evening Nigel. Thank you for relating your experiences with the Northern Lights. It's been on my bucket list for sometime now, so I really need to do some planning. I haven't come across anyone yet who has been disappointed, so every reason to go for it.

Chris

[Great Aunt Astri]

I think this is a pretty good sonnet. The rhymes seem natural, the right amount of syllables per line, a change in mood in line 9, and a wonderful concluding rhyming couplet at the end. And what a wonderful subject matter ......beautifully portrayed. Definitely more than 'reasonable'. I loved it.

[Chris Shaw]

Pleased my sonnet meets your approval. Your review very welcome. Thank you.

Chris

[LKBillips]

I've always wanted to see the northern lights, but have yet had the pleasure. Your description is vivid and enticing. Perhaps one day. Nice poem indeed.

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you so much LKBillips. Pleased to meet you.

Chris

[Onlyme]

Beautiful images, that flood my imagination and take flight. Profound, deep and magical Chris.

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you Dee.

[Onlyme]

Chris you have a beautiful heart and soul that is profound and true. Thank you for being simply you.

[Chris Shaw]

What a lovely thing to say Dee. And you are very generous spirited and kind.

Chris

[Onlyme]

Your more than very welcome Chris. And no I am just me. But thank you for your kindness. I do mean what I say.

[Pale Moon]

Wow! TOO BEAUTIFUL!!! :D I am so happy when reading this!

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you for your lovely response Pale Moon. Pleased you enjoyed my poem.

Chris

[sette]

i like the sonnet it is very endearing it captures the majestic and beauty of the aurora borealis if i am not mistaken it is a star right?

[Chris Shaw]

Sette, thank you. Google the Northern Lights and watch one of the videos, you will be in for an absolute treat. Stars may be in the sky at the same time, but it is the coloured lights you want to see, turning the sky into breathtaking beauty.

Chris

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Beautifully written amazìng imagery Chris

[Chris Shaw]

Lovely Lamour, thank you kindly for your response.

Chris

[jacob erin-cilberto]

you don't leave disappointed with this sonnet...it is more than reasonable...

a little bit at the beginning i tripped over the rhythm of it...but it smoothed out...and had really exceptional visuals...didn't feel like it was forced to the form...felt pretty natural.
j.

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you Jacob. It was a while ago that I wrote this. Did you trip in line 1? If so I think I know how to correct it.

Chris

[Dara]

I have always been fascinated by the Northern Lights. Your poetry creates the perfect imaging and is a wonderful tribute this glorious phenomenon. It is also a fun word to pronounce, Aurora Borealis.

[Chris Shaw]

Hello Dara. Yes it is a bit of a mouthful to pronounce isn't it? Spectacular phenomenon, everyone should know about. Thank you for your review.

Chris