BELIEVE

a petal pink moon
in empathy
draws closer

her softness
a beacon of light
on the longest of nights

for those who mourn
whose souls are brimful
of dark sadness

a promise
that your sun will rise
with each new day

for surely as dawn
puts to bed the sleepy
starlit heavens

rays of warm healing
will be yours
as time passes

Reviews

[Annette Pisano-Higley]

Your lovely poem imparts a whisper of much-needed hope in these hard times Chris. So many of us now facing "the longest of nights"... My younger brother is just now recovering from Coronavirus, thank God. He has been battling it for two months now. It has been two months of these dark nights shared. He is in NY and I'm in Florida...an agony of nights passed. This virus is a fierce beast. But, as you beautifully describe, the sun rises anew with "healing rays" each day and the "petal pink moon" bathes us with empathy. Beautiful thoughts. Beautiful poem. Thank you.

[Chris Shaw]

Dear Annette. How difficult a time for your family when your brother has been so ill. I am aware of how challenging the situation is in New York. Your brother and family are in my prayers. Thank you for this lovely review. Look after yourself dear friend.

Chris.

[Intothemilkyway]

Hope it's what keeps us alive. We have to believe in ourselves first and then on the other matters.

[Chris Shaw]

Thanks intothemilkyway for sharing your thoughts. You are appreciated.

Chris

[Anthony Phillips Schepi..]

A comforting poem of hope and healing, the moon and sun assure us are part of the cycle. Time does heal "as time passes." I enjoyed this poem, Chris.

[Chris Shaw]

Your thoughts are most appreciated Anthony. Thank you for sharing. All good wishes.

Chris

[Seriana]

Oh, this caught my breath. Such a lovely piece of the promise of hope. Beautifully penned, Chris. Simply worded, soft, tender and caring. Nicely done!

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you Seriana. Pleased you enjoyed the read. Thanks for sharing your thoughts.

Chris

[Nix is typing...]

This is such a frickin' breath-taking poem!!! The imagery in this is so beautiful and serene, Chris, Thank you for sharing!

Kindly, Nix ❤️️

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you Nix. Your visit and thoughts truly appreciated. All good wishes.

Chris

[Nix is typing...]

You're very welcome :) All good wishes to you as well :)

[The Rock And Roll Cowbo..]

I love the positive vibe of this poem. We must endur when faced with tough times to get to the light at the end of the tunnel.

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you Dale. Pleased you enjoyed the read.

Chris

[lightsong]

Really? did I miss this gem? magical dear Chris just magical... again your pen flows with a graceful spell filled with kindness and gentleness, a healing to the troubled world.

[Chris Shaw]

Yes dear lightsong. Cicero said there is no grief that time doesn't loosen or soften and I do know that to be true. Thank you so much for your much appreciated visits.

Chris

[Archishman Rick]

Such a reassuring energy in this poem, Ms. Chris. Your writings are carefree and caring, a hopefully cheerful mix of the two. Thank you for uplifting worn out souls by channelling the moonlight through your beautiful imagery.
Cheers and wish you all things great.

[Chris Shaw]

Your review is so encouraging. Makes me want to pick my pen up and write something new. Many thanks Archishman Rick, your visit most welcome.

Chris

[barleygirl]

Your first line sent shivers down my spine. I've always seen the moon as a sign of starting over . . . infinite chances to become full again. I love how you use imagery to make this point & your lunar observations are as graceful & hovering as she is! (((HUGS))) Fondly, Margie

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you Margie for your lovely review. Most encouraging. All the best from across the pond.

Chris

[Patricia]

Gentle with wisdom and beauty

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you Patricia for your thoughts.

Chris

[nval]

Very nice thought of solace. And, yes, I am healing.

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you nval. Appreciate your visit.

Chris