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

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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

[DIVYA]

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

[Kay Salisu Titilola]

This come with an amazing read, Chris.
The connection with the right person could make life a bed of roses.

[Chris Shaw]

Dear Kay, how lovely to have a visit from you. I hope you are keeping well. It's been quite a while since I saw you on the forum. All good wishes.

Chris

[Lydia Shutter]

When you find your safe harbor, you are home....you are with the one who matters and always will. The rhyming here is lyrical. Your words are melodic, Chris. So romantic. Lydi**

[Chris Shaw]

Dear Lydi** thank you for your lovely review. Always good to see you have paid me a visit. Take care lovely lady.

Chris

[Anastasia]

To me this poem felt like about family bonds. Money and gold can never compare with the joys of a family and as they say, the love of a family is Life's greatest belssing. Here is where we get unconditional love and sense of security. And of course from a loved one. The safety of the harbor and the arms that long to hold you are all about this for me which makes this poem great for me.

[Chris Shaw]

Thankyou Sabrina, I appreciate you sharing your thoughts. All good wishes.

Chris

[Anastasia]

I am happy to read all your poetry.

[Chris Shaw]

Much appreciated. Have a lovely day.

Chris

[barleygirl]

This is near-perfection in rhyme & rhythm & feeling! I love how this is written to honor a steady squeeze, but that could be interpreted as a wide variety of lovers, two- or four-legged, or God, or whatever floats one's boat! I was even thinking the lover could be "routine" -- often what makes many of us feel "at home" no matter what weird stuff a day may bring! (((HUGS))) Fondly, Margie

[Chris Shaw]

Dear Margie, thank you for that lovely compliment. I also like the interpretation you have of my words. Thank you so much and keep safe with those fires raging

Chris

[MomzillaNC]

Well penned. It's a human failing, IME, to always be looking for that fantasy. Think, for instance, of treasure hunters -- how many archeological treasures have been lost or destroyed because the treasure hunter only sees value in the gold or gems? For example, Egyptologists have found so many tombs that were devastated while being raided for monetary treasure.

I think there's the same mindset between people and relationships. So many are fixated on the dream romance that they forget that's really only the beginning. The life long treasure of forever is hard work.

[Chris Shaw]

MomzillaNC, many thanks for your visit and the interesting comments you raised. Pleased to meet you on my page. All good wishes.

Chris

[MomzillaNC]

You're very welcome. Nice to connect with you too. 😎

[Sami Khalil]

Wisdom is golden. Time is of the essence. Relationships are precious. We need to value the intangible too. The unseen or spiritual world is very real and should be so valuable for we are spirit beings in a body.
You write excellently Chris.

[Chris Shaw]

Sami your visits to my page are very much appreciated. Thank you. All good wishes poet.

read moreSami your visits to my page are very much appreciated. Thank you. All good wishes poet.

Chris

[Sami Khalil]

Same to you. You are welcome.

[John the Baptist]

Good rhyming and good insight both in this one. The first verse and a half illustrate the illusions and struggles and pitfalls of those who cling to life's surface, but then we are suddenly connected to solid values. Those who find an anchor in a loving and lasting relationship pass through this journey with more contentment than all the disciples of gold and passion ( Of course, a little gold and sufficient passion have their places, too.).

[Chris Shaw]

Many tha js for your review John. All good wishes.

Chris

[Weeping willow]

Wonderful expression in these words. At times one wonders if there is true contentment in this life. ;-} We collect things until there is no space to breathe and wonder where all the room went inside our homes and places.

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you Weeping willow for sharing your thoughts. Much appreciated. All good wishes.

Chris

[Relic]

Love is a treasure in itself. With old age comes wisdom. If only the young could get a quarter of that wisdom at birth.

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you Tim. Your thoughts are welcome. All good wishes.

Chris