Wind Farms and Sunsets

(wind farms get bad press, but I love them)

A setting sun creates a splash,

on Roan beach the turbines turn.

Each blade salutes a crimson sky,

we stand and watch the evening burn

as threads of gold are interspersed

with bloodied cloud, deep clotted red

and stretched across the blackened sand

are pools which show salt water's bled.

Let time stand still, take in this scene,

too soon this gift that's given us

will fade and leave us in the shade,

in silence gone with little fuss.

Reviews

[lightsong]

You took there my friend, such way You have with words, I admire Your talent with description, because it's simple and beautiful the same time, reaching to our hearts with a gentle sense, Your last verse with the shade of warm wistfulness added a magical touch.

Thank You dear Chris for sharing agsin Your bliss with us.

[Chris Shaw]

I wish more could see what I see. Poets do, but others let it all slip by without a thought. Thank you Light. Pleased to share this with someone who would appreciate it.

Chris

[lightsong]

I understand what You say my friend, many take the wonderment of nature for granted, I'm not good as You with describing the scenes I might see, but I surely appreciate it, and appreciate someone like You, who can share it beautifully with us :)

[Chris Shaw]

You are so kind. Thank you :))

[lightsong]

same as You my lovely friend :)

[emmajoy]

You write so much like an artist paints his/her emotions and imagination across a canvas. Tis remarkable how you've just taken me to a place and shown me what it is, shared your observation and touched on your reactions to it. Even more importantly, first line, second stanza, you' shown how you treasure the feelings left behind. To do that is such a magical skill. I've just sighed, content, Chris. Beautfiul. x

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you Em for your beautiful review. I appreciate this so much.

Chris

[emmajoy]

Your words always touch me, in varying depths depending on what your theme.. but, you always, always create such defined scenes and emotions, Chris. You're such a fine poet.. and inspiring human being.. hope that reads sincerely, is meant, believe me. xx

[Chris Shaw]

Aw thank you, you are very generous with your words Em x

[emmajoy]

((Christine))

[Derekv]

Awesome piece. I always enjoy reading your works, especially those about nature. Fantastic imagery as always, I loved it.

Keep up the good work, Chris!

-Derekv

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you for your lovely review Derekv. Always pleased to see you visit.

Chris

[Wild Rose]

Oh Yes I can see the turbine blades turning
Lashing crimson to match the sky

Stand and take in the scene
Before the night sky darkens

Your scene is gone
Yet still the blades they turn on

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you Wild Rose. Even when the scene is gone, I love the movement of the blades. I see beauty in them where others see ugliness.

Chris

[Wild Rose]

70m or more now sit 10 miles out in the Solway Firth - Half way to SW Scotland

[Dave Brown]

Is there such a thing as poetic perfection
You must be very nearly there

[Chris Shaw]

Thanks Dave. That crimson in my poem has now crept into my cheeks. You have me blushing.

read moreThanks Dave. That crimson in my poem has now crept into my cheeks. You have me blushing.

Chris