Connections

muse is singing again, bringing me lyrics

some have found their silver

though others search for gold

some are hooked on passion

afraid they'll end up cold

.

and some are never satisfied

with a fear of growing old

yet most are quite content it seems

to find an anchor's solid hold

.

in the safety of a harbour

now surely that is priceless

those arms that long to hold you

far better than lost treasure

more valuable than gold

Reviews

[D]

This poem is so beautifully relevant in today's times when most have become so material. Asides from chasing accomplishments, we envy others for the stuff they have and forget to count our loved ones as our biggest blessings. Your words always bring us to great realizations, dear Chris. Thanks for sharing such positivity today.

[Chris Shaw]

Dear DIVYA, an older poem out for an airing. I so appreciate you sharing your thoughts. We sadly do live in a materialistic world while many have nothing. Relationships with those we love, all important. Have a good day

Chris

[mabel mae]

where did you go chris? we’ve missed you around here. -mabel

[Chris Shaw]

Back after a short needed break. Thank you Mabel. All is well.

Chris

[mabel mae]

glad to have you back. it’s important to take care of yourself. -mabel

[Marie]

I love this poem which highlights the different treasures which appeal to different people. We all value very different things. The fears and anxieties of life as we age are finely penned. For me, love has always been my treasure and I've tried to give it away as much as I could to everybody, especially family and friends. True, genuine, pure, unconditional love is life's biggest treasure and it is all that exists in the next world of Spirit which we go to when we leave this human world. This wonderful poem will be as relevant in a thousand years time as it is today! Great work, Chris. Thank you for sharing...

[Chris Shaw]

Dear Marie, the kindness of your review lifts me. Especially your final points. Thank you so much. Have a beautiful Wednesday.

Chris

[Marie]

Thank you for your kind words, Chris. I too, wish you a very blessed and beautiful day filled with peace, great joy and love ~ Marie

[Pete]

far better to be held than to hold things that can't love us. there is no substitute for genuine love. you give us the glimmer of true gold here.

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you Pete for reviewing this old poem out for an airing. You are absolutely right, there is no substitute for genuine love. Have a beautiful Wednesday.

Chris

[Sameeksha Vadisherla]

Dear Chris, you shared a profound message in your poem...true value of love...Beautiful write
I loved it. Thank you for sharing.

Have a beautiful day :)

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you so much Sameeksha for your kind visit and leaving your thoughts here. Pleased you are on my page. All the best.

Chris

[Sameeksha Vadisherla]

Your most welcome, dear Chris!

[John Sullivan]

"Hooked on passion, afraid they'll end up cold..."

We must run the good race of life. I happen to believe in an afterlife, but our time here on this planet is so precious and people can be so fleeting... Happy thoughts, Chris

[Chris Shaw]

Many thanks again for sharing your thoughts John. All the best.

Chris

[mou]

The support from loved ones has no comparison.
Silver and gold- they have no destination but chaotic journey only.
'muse is singing again, bringing me lyrics'
~ And I love your lyrics, Chris
- mou

[Chris Shaw]

An old lyrical poem out for an airing mou. I appreciate your kindness. Thank you so much.
read moreAn old lyrical poem out for an airing mou. I appreciate your kindness. Thank you so much.

Chris

[mou]

You're very welcome, dear Chris

[Lisasview]

Hi Chris,
Yes, I know it has been forever since I have been on Writers Cafe... and even longer since I have aritten anything.
Happened on your insightful poem just now and loved it.
Hope to get back to reading and writing more,
Lisa

[Chris Shaw]

Dear Lisa, it is lovely to find you here on my page. It has been quite a while. I hope you are well. I know you have had some health issues. Looking forward to your return.

Chris

[Arundass TP]

Truth about human desires. I want to be Buddha in my life. I want to live a life with no desires. Great poem

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you Arundass my friend. Pleased you stopped by to share your thoughts.

Chris

[Arundass TP]

Welcome friend 🙂

[Fabian G. Franklin]

I do believe love will outlast everything else and everything touched by love has a touch of immortality to it. The grape only ripens in the cluster. I enjoyed this great read.

[Chris Shaw]

Many thanks Fabian. I appreciate your kind review. Happy Saturday.

Chris

[Thomas W Case]

So true. All that glitters isn't gold and someone to hold and love is worth so much. Great writing.

[Chris Shaw]

Many thanks Thomas for stopping by. Happy Saturday.

Chris