Sunrise from Gull Haven

low sun on the horizon
in slow motion
serenely through dawn sky
dolphins, arched backs
black and graceful
swim in pink deep sea
interspersed with gold surf
don't leave me
don't leave me lonely

Reviews

[lightsong]

I am a mermaid I can't leave my dolphins and whales lonely... nor the sea, nor the interspersed sun... awa! dear Chris, your last two lines haunted me... they leave such a sentimental effect on the reader, like the sincerest, truest most gentlest plea.... an ethereal little piece.

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you dear lightsong for your lovely review This is an older poem out for an airing and I am delighted that you called.

Chris

[Samuel Dickens]

Many a time, I stood on a weather deck and watched the dolphins escort our ship out of the harbor. Sometimes they'd stay with us for a few miles out to sea before turning to go back. More than once, I felt abandoned when they left. While they returned to their home, I was leaving mine. In this respect, your poem has special meaning for me. Certainly, I relate to the feelings you express.

[Chris Shaw]

So pleased you could relate to the feelings expressed in these lines Sam and that this poem has a specious meaning for you. All good wishes.

Chris

[Coyote Poetry]

Wonderful use of words dear Chris. I need 10 years by the sea. Your description took me to the ocean and the ending left me with some regret. Thank you for sharing the amazing poetry.
Coyote

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you Coyote. The sea can be such an inspiring place to dwell. All good wishes. I appreciate your visit.

Chris

[Coyote Poetry]

I agree dear Chris and you are welcome.

[Dave]

Such beautiful, graceful creatures. Have you ever swam with them? Once, just once I had that awesome experience, in the Bahamas. It was one of those things that I'll never forget. Their squeaking chattering, it was almost as though they were talking to me and my girls.

Take care - Dave

[Chris Shaw]

I would love to swim with dolphins Dave. Such intelligent and beautiful creatures. I had to make do with dolphins in cloud formation instead in a pink sea at sunrise. Not quite as good but still a lovely thought. May thank for your words.

Chris

[Dave]

Chris - clouds or real, they are such beautiful creatures and trust me - such fun to be with or around. An experience never to be forgotten, my daughters, now adults, still mention the time.

Take care - Dave

[kentuck14]

Chris,
Interesting that such a scene would make the speaker suddenly feel apprehension. Perhaps the beauty of nature sometimes overwhelms us . . . and we are left devastated? This is magical poem my lady. thanks.
Tom

[Chris Shaw]

I had a skyscape before me. I couldn't keep up with my cloud dolphins :) Thank you Tom. All good wishes.

Chris

[Julie McCarthy (juliesp..]

Christine I love this I love the sea makes one feel uplifted even when sad a beautiful poem thanks 🙏

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you Julie. Your visit appreciated.

Chris

[DIVYA]

A stunning scene created, Chris. It’s almost surreal...the dark silhouettes in the frothing pink-gold sea. The emotions come through so beautifully. Loved this read, absolutely.

[Chris Shaw]

Sky gazing, just so relaxing and the colours at sunrise spectacular. We can imagine what we will. Thank you DIVYA.

Chris

[DIVYA]

Reading this poem is as good as looking at the beautiful picture in your mind. You’re welcome always, dear Chris 🌸

[Ted Kniffen]

There is nothing like a few days at the sea to relax the mind and the pen. Many a morning I got up in the dark and walked down a beach as the sun rose and turned the sky pink. Never swam with dolphins, but spent an hour or so anchored in a fog while they frolicked around the boat.
The arrival day is always exciting...departure day not so much.

A good write, Chris.

[Chris Shaw]

You are so right about arrival day, and as departure day looms I will reluctantly have to start thinking about the return to normality. Thanking you for your visit Ted.

Chris
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[emmajoy]

A flight of anything but fantasy: having the time and chance to cloud gaze! Dolphins - and sometimes dragons - arching and pouncing, dancing off and away.. and one watches, feeling more than bereft. Perhaps. Peaceful. A touch sad. Beautiful. Christine.

[Chris Shaw]

Good morning Em, only sad I couldn't swim with the sky dolphins. They moved away before I was ready to let them depart. Such a beautiful sky it was. I am having a lovely holiday in Brixham. Beautiful weather. Thanks for your visit.

Chris

[emmajoy]

So enjoy Brixham, must be due down there! As to cloud gazing... magical! Plus you've had a good patch of weather.. the sun shines on the...

[Chris Shaw]

Smiling with you. The weather has been wonderful.

Chris

[Amanda Trerotola]

I love the ending. I can feel the energy in your voice.

[Chris Shaw]

Many thanks Amanda for your review. All good wishes and I so appreciate your visit.

Chris

[john l smith]

I assume this means your holiday is coming to a close and those things you have enjoyed would be nice to keep and take back with you
Too bad holidays end.
Your gull will probably miss you

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you Dave. I will certainly miss the panoramic view from all windows and all that sky and sea gazing.

Chris