New Shoots

September sun has slipped from sight,

in rich delight a sky allures.

She wears a shade of crimson rose

that floods the river as he flows.

I find my thoughts return to you.

In solitude there comes a swell,

a tide of warmth that rushes in.

Its sweetness heady like a scent

for love is wondrous when it's meant.

I find my thoughts return to you.

You tiptoe softly on my soul,

while cosy in your mother's womb

and you for me are heaven sent.

I love you with my heart's content.

I find my thoughts return to you.

When you arrive what happiness

will bless us with your tiny ways.

November days will gift us spring.

New life, new shoots, new everything.

I find my thoughts return to you.

Reviews

[Eilis]

A lovely prospect to look forward to by you, Chris! The joy and anticipation of a new baby are some of the most exciting days to experience. Everything is fresh and possible and before you. That new presence brings so much to every day.

Congratulations! I enjoyed the structure of this. It reminded me of a villanelle with the repeated line. You are always good at structured poetry. I should try harder at that.

A lovely poem. Makes me happy to read.

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you Eilis. A new arrival is a source of joy in a world where there is little. We are excited. I had a strong desire to revert to structure when I wrote these lines. Like going back to my roots. Sometimes I deviate, sometimes I mix it up, but classical is where I did my learning. Thank you so much for your review. I always like to hear your thoughts. The fact that the read made you happy, is an added bonus.

Chris

[Relic]

One day, the new-born will discover your poetry and want to know more about you, I'll bet. The birth of a new baby is always a proud and happy one. I wish your family all the best.

[Chris Shaw]

Now wouldn't that be a fine thing. Not banking on it Tim:) Many thanks for your visit.

Chris

[Fay Slimm]

The new addition to your warm heart of love will be sure one day to treasure this verse Chris... wishing you many joyful moments of getting to know the November baby................... Fay

[Chris Shaw]

Many thanks Fay. We are all looking forward to the new arrival.

Chris

[Lorry]

Such softly thought hopes and dreams for what will be, in the never ending cycle of life. As the new arrives, we take our new label and place in the lineage of of future yesterday's, but more importantly, in the today.
Sounds like congratulations are in order Chris. This can be a future bedtime tale. Who knows, maybe a new poet in the making 😀

[Chris Shaw]

Now that would be a fine thing if I could pass on a love of poetry Lorry. I am not holding my breath but I am certainly looking forward to another grandchild. There has been quite a gap since the last baby and my family are thrilled. Many thanks and gave a great day.

Chris

[jacob erin-cilberto]

aw, she will love this when she is born....and when she is old enough to read it...
the last line of each stanza is perfect...not only in its repetition but in speaking of the repetition of thoughts that "return to you"---
I like happy poems...and as Eilis said, really good form and structure....i too seldom do anything structured except haiku and senryu...
i admire those who do them well.
j.

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you Jacob. I am pleased you consider it a happy write. It is. A new baby is a breath of fresh air and takes your mind off the crap that is going on elsewhere. I had a strong desire to return to a strict structure when I wrote these lines. It was almost like going back to my roots. So appreciate your thoughts and continued support.

Chris

[Dave Brown]

With obviously lots of love waiting

[Chris Shaw]

Oh yes Dave. A new additional to the family. Exciting for us all. Many thanks.

Chris

[John Alexander McFadyen]

Wow what a gorgeous celebration in lovely verse of an impending birth. Wonderful description of the season and filled with pride and joy for things to come!

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you John. Yes our family is very excited at the impending birth. It's quite a while since there was a new arrival. Will make the winter days warmer for sure.

Chris

[augustus]

Very refreshing and easy to read and follow! Thank you, Christine.

[Chris Shaw]

Many thanks augustus, pleased you enjoyed this one. All good wishes to you.

Chris