Escape

Escape

A Poem by Chris Shaw

do not fret
as darkness comes
catch the cool air
beneath a barn owl's
wings

rising in flight
from a bare branch
bewitched by moonshine
in a forest of
silvered slow motion

an apparition
of white wonder
gliding against the backdrop
of an ink black sky
pitted with sequins

carry me with you
night bird





© 2020 Chris Shaw


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Only under the cover of night is this type of escape possible. The possibility of everything grows in the dark, good or bad, the escape requires the cover before the light of day shrinks it to man size bits made out or our agreed upon realities. Great writing Chris!

Posted 8 Months Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Chris Shaw

8 Months Ago

Hey, hi Crowley. An old poem out for an airing. Thanks for stopping by to share your thoughts. All t.. read more



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Beautiful poem Chris, made me think of this uncertain time at present in the world. Wishing and wanting to be on that owls back and carrying me off into a better time and place. Filled with magic, calm and tranquilty that life used to hold. And hopefully onces again will soon.

Posted 4 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Chris Shaw

3 Years Ago

Thank you Dawn. Let's hope this situation won't go on for too long. Pleased you found some calm in m.. read more
In moments of darkness, the human spirit takes a flight into the beautiful, vast unknown. How stunning and inviting the night sky appears by your words. All my mortal fears fall away and I am ready to take flight. You write so beautifully Chris. I always catch a breath.

Posted 4 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Chris Shaw

3 Years Ago

Dear Rania, your lovely response lifted me. Thank you so much. Keep well and safe.

Ch.. read more
Rania M

3 Years Ago

Keep safe, you & yours, dear Chris ❤️
Lost to a spell bound time. We all need to run and hide. Every country seems to be down on their Presidents but why. They are not at fault hear. So it seems we all need to escape and this was a Passage through time as if your words gave me a free ticket away from my daily struggles. Thanks.

Posted 4 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Chris Shaw

3 Years Ago

Thank you GrayHawlk for your response. I guess some people need to have someone they can blame. Plea.. read more
That beautiful barn own bird has far more than we have at present.. freedom. The flish ofits beating wings, the pale shadow or it ahead or aside of one is magical, spiritual and more. For and to me, your wonderful words suggest that this is what so many of us are needing at present: a place of peace and safety, knowing there are others feeling the same, albeit a metre or more away, but.. not one of us is alone. These words, Chris, is is the ultimate remedy for today. Thank you.

Posted 4 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Chris Shaw

3 Years Ago

Dear Em, I hope you are OK. Thank you for your encouraging words. Look after yourself in these troub.. read more
emmajoy

3 Years Ago

Afternoon, dear Chris. Firstly apologies for my typose in my original review, Not making excuse, wel.. read more
Chris - I'm with you! It would so grand to escape the chaos of the present. To soar away on the wings of the owl enjoying the beauty of the evenings moonlight.
Take care and stay safe - Dave

Posted 4 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Chris Shaw

3 Years Ago

Thank you Dave. I think we would all like to escape this situation, take flight and leave the troubl.. read more
Dave

3 Years Ago

Yes! Yes! But if you believe, as though you could believe anything our "Beloved Leader" says, it'.. read more
A beautiful journey described by your talented pen my friend - - escape on the back of an owl would be a wonderful experience. Thank you for this personified invite dear Chris.

Posted 4 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Chris Shaw

3 Years Ago

Dear Fay, I thank you for your visit and your encouraging words. Keep safe in these troubled times. .. read more
dear Christine... this is an exquisite poem of
what we are facing as we hover "beneath a barn owl's wings".
The second verse has captured the ominous dark clouds of uncertainty.
We all want to enjoy the rapture of an early morning sunrise where
days are dances of butterflies and wisdom of the ages as we turn the pages.
We sing the song of a sunset with foreboding black skies where sequins lie
in waiting for a brighter day. truly touching our notions of apparitions. as ever, Pat

Posted 4 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Chris Shaw

4 Years Ago

Dear Pat, I thank you for your thoughtful and poetic response to my lines. You are appreciated.
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I escaped as well in the flow n form of this bird well done thanks take care hope you are well in these times

Posted 4 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Julie McCarthy (juliespenhere)

4 Years Ago

We are told to stay home same yes except for essential like exercise groceries and meds
Are .. read more
Chris Shaw

4 Years Ago

Yes to go for food or meds. You can't drive to a beauty spot to go for exercise or walk your dog. Th.. read more
Julie McCarthy (juliespenhere)

4 Years Ago

Ok so we are still able to drive so we are one behind you but all restaurants etc gyms etc shut airl.. read more
Amazing piece, I love the opening lines. Everyone craves an escape at some point in our lives, and in the dark times we are living in, we need that now more than ever. Keep up the great work!

-Derekv

Posted 4 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Chris Shaw

4 Years Ago

Dear Derek, thank you for your very encouraging review. Your visit most appreciated. All good things.. read more
This is such a wonderful and intriguing write here

Posted 4 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Chris Shaw

4 Years Ago

Thank you for visiting my page. I appreciate your thoughts. All good wishes.

Chris

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Chris Shaw
Chris Shaw

Berkshire, United Kingdom



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