Frivolous Fancy

fairy lights fraternise with

night's delectable darkness

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catch me if you can they blink

an eye wink in flirty brightness

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flickering fast in flaunting moves

echoed in pristine mirror glass

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to illuminate bottled perfumes

that stand in all sizes and shapes

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to pursue to exhaustion's end

like fireflies in a far off forest

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through sleepy eyes mesmerised

visualising what i've never seen

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tiny insects with an inbuilt gleam

creating a touch of pure heaven

Reviews

[Coyote Poetry]

Here in Michigan. No fireflies. My father lived in the Virginia mountains once. The fireflies lit up the night. I loved how you described the view of a miracle. Thank you dear Chris for sharing the outstanding poetry.
Coyote

[Chris Shaw]

Dear Coyote, so sorry this is a belated thank you. A month late but better late than not at all. read moreDear Coyote, so sorry this is a belated thank you. A month late but better late than not at all.

Chris

[Coyote Poetry]

I am retired now. All I have is free time dear Chris. Snow had come to Michigan. 8 inches of snow and more coming. I am ready for the tropical places.

[Chris Shaw]

I think all of us are looking forward to hotter weather. It has been bitterly cold here.

[Dave Brown]

and 'THEY' say there are no fairies!!!
Just shows how little 'THEY' know

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you Dave. Pleased you called on this older poem from my archives. Have a good day.
read moreThank you Dave. Pleased you called on this older poem from my archives. Have a good day.

Chris

[Shelley Warner]

I have a special memory when my son was 5 and we were driving across country to move to Maine (where we lived for 3 years). We stopped at a tourist place--I think in Michigan--where there were lots of water fountains. As it grew dusk, the fire flies came out and he was chasing them. A very nice subject for a poem.

[Chris Shaw]

Pleased I have reminded you of a special moment Shelley. Many thanks for stopping by and sharing. Best wishes always.

Chris

[willweb]

I too love seeing the fireflies playing across the yard. There is something very magical about these little creatures and about your poem. This is soft and fun and free. I can feel the warm air and see the silhouettes of the trees as twilight arrives and they start their show as I read this. Wonderfully written Chris.

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you will. Something I have yet to see in the flesh. That and the northern lights which is another on my bucket list, and Venice:) I appreciate your encouragement.

Chris

[willweb]

Wow, come to south Texas in the summer, they are everywhere.

[DIVYA]

Aren't these more wonderful than the Christmas lights...?
God's own little lamps. The miracles in nature never cease.
I love this poem for its beautiful imagery of illumination in dark night, the amazing alliteration and the great message!

[Chris Shaw]

Fairy lights are pretty but fire flies are heaven. Only seen them on film but hopefully one day …..Thank you so much DIVYA.

Chris

[Ciara]

Magic and whimsy! This is so lovely!

[Chris Shaw]

Pleased you enjoyed Ciara. Thank you so much.

Chris

[Neville]

the first time I ever saw them was in my garden in Bulgaria and I was consumed with a kind of inner glow .. thank you for reminding me of happy times Chris .. a truly beautiful poem with an inner light of its own ..

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you Neville. So pleased that these words brought happy memories to you. A little light can go a long way my friend when times are dark. Your nice review has left a warm glow.

Chris

[Dave]

You lit up my mind with your fairy lights. Reminding me of those summer nights when we too chased them, trying to catch and put them in our glass jars to later light our bedrooms. Thank you, Margie.
Take care - Dave

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you Dave. I love my fairy lights, both inside and outside on our deck. Lovely on summer evenings. Thank you Dave. All good wishes.

Chris

[Dave]

You too!
Take care - Dave

[Patricia Wedel]

dearest Chris... fireflies are moonlight butterflies that
create a garden path of memories. They were always there
in my childhood to instill Wonder like fallings stars to capture
if only for awhile. Actually, we have a similar "light" that shines
through our heart when night brings us quiet prayers with our Creator.
May peace and understanding always be in your repertoire. gently, Pat

[Chris Shaw]

How lovely for you to see them in your childhood Pat. I hope I get to see them one day in the flesh. They are fascinating. Your beautiful response is a gift in its poetic content. May you continue to delight all you meet on life's path.

Chris

[Patricia Wedel]

dear Chris… my days on Earth are a Gift that takes a Lifetime to Unwrap. If I can Cheer Someone… then my Life is not in Vain. tenderly, Pat

[lightsong]

Awaaaaa love love love fireflies I once was a "firefly light" so You can imagine my delight with this one dearest Chris, your soft playful tune just perfect and teasing, and that last verse sparks the ethereal magic all over... again your title is really amazing! You are so good with titles.

[Chris Shaw]

So pleased you like this one lightsong and the title too. Many thank yous for your continued encouragement and support :)

Chris