A Page Is Turned, Another Morn

from bleakest night comes brightest day

when rays of sun break through at dawn

when song birds stir the saddest hearts

a page is turned another morn

dear Gaia i am full of praise

for you who soothes each weary soul

for you who toils to ease where life

has left the spirit less than whole

inspire in all a sense of calm

apply with love your healing balm

Reviews

[Annette Pisano-Higley]

“from bleakest night comes brightest day
when rays of sun break through at dawn”
Beautifully penned lines dearest Chris. Your words float upon the day as a graceful prayer to Gaia, an extolling of her comfort to man, each morning renewed. Great message, imagery, metaphor, rhyme, cadence, alliteration… Master Class write my friend!

[Chris Shaw]

Your review is warming on another really cold day here Annette. Thank you so much for sharing your thoughts and your encouraging words.

Chris

[KATHY SUE SILLS]

This poem soothes the heart and makes one feel like brighter days are coming!

[Chris Shaw]

Many thank yous Kathy fir that encouraging review. I appreciate your visit.

Chris

[KATHY SUE SILLS]

My pleasure, Chris!

[LJ]

I"m not really familiar enough with the forms poetry can take....
...but this one put me in mind of a sonnet. That form is similar if not the same.

I really like your appeal and thanks to Gaia, who does all the things you so aptly wrote here. Even at night, when all is dark and still (or not still enough) she does the duties that lead to morning, when most feel a lightening of spirit and heart. Dawn is energizing and also a representation of more life and a continuing of ideas and love. I wish the best for you. Your writing is always appreciated! The work you put into it, and the sharing, is evident here and elsewhere.
LJ

[Chris Shaw]

Your words and encouragement are uplifting LJ. Can't thank you enough. I do try to put the effort on. Pleased you notice.

Chris

[Kay Salisu Titilola]

This would heal a wearing soul.
Every wound comes along with its healing,
only if can pay attention and listen.
Every day of life is full of sorrow,
yet it gives us so many chances to get over it.

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you Kay. Pleased you like this one. So pleased you stopped by.

Chris

[Patricia Wedel]

dearest Chris... another Year ... a few Tears will bring another Spring.
Dancing flowers and Bumble Bees with Butterflies and Humming Birds.
we pray for our Friends in Peril who only want to live in Peace among the Shepherd's Sheep. Ukraine is in our Prayers... we are One World and Sad to say that Russia is out of Control. Miracles are made for all the Beautiful Spirits young and old who need the Grace of a Loving God. tenderly, Pat

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you dear Pat. We do indeed pray for Ukraine. Heartbreaking scenes.

Chris

[Sami Khalil]

Glad you are feeling well. This poem is much needed for our hard times, uncertain times and chaotic ones. You are so right. We need to turn pages, to fill our minds with hope and see through the fog of day.

[Chris Shaw]

Dear Sami thank you for stopping by to leave your thoughts. You are appreciated. All good wishes.read moreDear Sami thank you for stopping by to leave your thoughts. You are appreciated. All good wishes.

Chris

[Sami Khalil]

You do the same. You are welcome muchly....

[Cherrie Palmer]

It's hard to reset a bad day when we're knee deep init but there is always a refresh start just in reach of daybreak. Very lovely.

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you Cherrie for your understanding review. Pleased you stopped by.

Chris

[Pete]

a morning is hope anew. miracles and possibilities deposited at our doorstops and windows. another gift there for the taking if we embrace. beautiful sentiment chris ... :)

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you Pete. A new day a new start. Pleased you stopped by. Have a great Thursday.

Chris

[Ana B.]

Lovely write dear Chris :) Morning is my favorite part of the day, especially when no one is up yet and I have a chance to greet the world one on one. Peaceful writing, love it.

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you Ana for that lovely review. Good to see you.

Chris

[Rye]

Aww, this is such a wonderful, lovely piece

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you Rye. Pleased you enjoyed the read. Thanks for stopping by.

Chris

[Rye]

not a problem, hope you have a great day. : )

[Chris Shaw]

Recovering from cold and cough. Taking it easy. Have a good one yourself :)

[Rye]

Well I hope you get better soon.

[Dylan Macadham]

An exceptionally beautiful and uplifting poem, Chris!
Early morning is my favorite time, and now I know why :)
(...and educational too, I googled Gaia, quite a gal ! )

[Chris Shaw]

Yes, Gaia is a gal of great beauty and many moods. Pleased you enjoyed this poem Dylan. Thank you so much fir checking in.

Chris