Into The Light

(from the archives)

As I gaze on crystal beauty

in the noon-day blazing light,

I see diamonds dance on water,

their small clusters sparkle bright.

How they glint on rippled river

while the sun burns overhead.

All the glory of earth's garden

at my feet so finely spread.

Keep this memory, it's so precious,

lock it deep inside the mind.

Shake it out in times of darkness,

when despair can strike out blind.

Share it with those others grieving,

let it lead them to the light.

Ease the hurts of sorrow bleeding,

broken in the blackened night.

Reviews

[John the Baptist]

I believe verse 1 is a scene taken from life. I like very much the way the poet uses it as a metaphor for life's essential goodness in verse 2. In difficult times, sometimes the simplest image from the natural world, when recalled at the right time, can help see one through the darkness. The alternative is to be overwhelmed by the bleakness. Very nice.

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you John. These gifts of nature in my opinion have healing powers. I always absorb moments like those in my poem and store them in my memory bank for those days when I'm not feeling so great. Many thanks for your shared wisdom.

Chris

[Margie F]

You describe the place where I go to be one with nature. Mine is a lake, but diamonds dance on the rippling water there. It is a place that I share with people who are in despair, or those who want to celebrate. Regardless, nature is a place where we can reconnect with our life force. God. Peace. Beautiful poem.

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you Margie for your lovely review. If you see what I see then you are truly blessed. Pleased for your visit. All good wishes.

Chris

[The Black Penman]

What a deep message this piece embodies, you have a special talent.

[Chris Shaw]

Many thanks for that compliment. It is surely appreciated, as is your visit here Black Penman. All good wishes.

Chris

[Dr. YumnaKay]

Sometimes small things like these work wonders, especially in times when one is about to fall into a pit of darkness. This piece reminds me of the nights and days I've spent sky gazing...there's a certain beauty and calm in making out patterns upon the sky (I think).
I found your imagery here soothing. I also like the fact that the rhyming here seems unintentional, at least to me.

[Chris Shaw]

There are many things I find in the natural world that are uplifting. Stars do it for me as well. But diamonds dancing on water really lifts my spirits even if I have been in a dark place. Thank you Dr Y for understanding and for your very welcome visit.

Chris

[free spirit]

As I read your poem i have these beautiful visual images of Nature that surround me..It is so welcome and uplifting :)
And one can always count on the power of Nature to heal...
I love how your words can transform into such stunning imagery... with a message of hope ...

Take care and stay blessed..

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you so much for your beautiful review. I am pleased that you can visualise what I saw. Sadly some can't, they miss out.

Chris

[An owl on the moon]

How I love these moments... these glorious places that live in our minds and hearts. And yes, how needed they are when the suffering comes and the darkness washes over us. Beautifully voiced, dear poet.

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you so much for your visit. Like you I relish those moments when mother nature displays all her riches. It is so uplifting and I always store those gifted moments for a rainy day, or when I need them most. All good wishes.

Chris

[Onlyme]

Oh, Chris!, this is heaven sent. Beautiful images of diamonds dancing water. Light soul touches of morning mist. Touching nature and life. As you sit and mediate at sights and sounds the surround you on your walk.

[Chris Shaw]

When I see nature's diamonds Dawn, it just makes me smile. I find it so uplifting. Sunlight on rippled water does it for me every time. Thank you for checking this one out.

Chris

[john l smith]

one of natures most special treats, diamonds dancing on water
Very uplifting

[Chris Shaw]

Thanks Dave. When I see sunlight on water, that is a special treat for me. I always find it so uplifting. Pleased you agree.

Chris

[gram linski]

Loved your poem, Chris, reminds me of meditating by river banks, smelling of morning dew,

[Chris Shaw]

That is the perfect response for me gram. Thank you so much for your visit.

Chris

[Dashmeen]

Hey !!i like the phrase diamonds dance on water ...i wish u shine moree ..and fly high😊

[Chris Shaw]

Dear Dashmeen, thank you for your lovely review. All good wishes

Chris