Holed By The Sun

shafts of blinding brightest rays

break through disintegrating cloud

to gleam upon unsettled surf

bursting through blackened mass

holed with a gift of future promise

dusky sky stirs into spotlight action

angel waterfalls pour forth

liquid molten gold holds sail boats

in a loose embrace for safekeeping

upon choppy waters they dance to

inclement weather's moody tune

so small in a sea of vastness

in the vastness of a huge expanse

threatens ever threatening

searching with a menacing eye

reach out to grasp what's left

light is worth all saving when

darkness invades peaceful living

Reviews

[shadrach hah]

Hi Chris, another outstanding piece, the light is our hope and our life. I love the way you use the metaphor of the light in this wonderful piece of beautiful poetry. The light can ever penetrate the darkness in our lives, it gives faith, hope and life. I ever reach for the light. Such wonderful poetry, Chris.

[Chris Shaw]

One of my own favourite writes Mike. Pkeased you left your footprint here. Thank you so much.

Chris

[shadrach hah]

You are welcome, Chris, Outstanding work. Have a wonderful Saturday. Hugs always....Mike.

[lightsong]

so beautiful dear Chris! You turned your talent of painting scenes and painting with words into something even more valuable, more rich... more precious in this one. and your title OMG another magnificent one!

[Chris Shaw]

Hello dear lightsong. I have to thank you big time for calling on several of my poems today. You are truly appreciated.

Chris

[Benita-Staebell M - Kin..]

Such beautiful breathtaking
words they're sad and happy,


And they always paint such
beauty in your poetry and I enjoy
reading your thoughts coming to
life.

In these moments of life
it seems sad and there's
so much anxiety for many.

There is still hope there
is light in the darkest moments
even depressing moments of
anxiety there is light,

And I see that light always
because God is always there
even in the darkness there
is light.

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you Benita for your valued words and visit. We must always hold out for that light when darkness suffocates us. Take care my friend.

Chris

[Julie McCarthy (juliesp..]

Beautiful metaphors here
A lovely write Chris
I see you up late again
Xx

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you Julie. Yes past my bedtime. What we do for the written word eh? Thank you my friend.

Chris

[Kerra]

This is amazing Chris, there is some depth and insight in this. awesome write!

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you Kerra. Really pleased you like this write. I did spend some time on it.

Chris

[red93]

Excellent Chris and I am reminded of some of JMW Turner's Seascapes, with the light and shade and the vast chaotic Seas - very evocative and real.

[Chris Shaw]

Many thank yous Tony. Turner is a favourite of mine. His seascapes magnificent. More memorable I think than pastoral.

Chris

[Ayesha]

The most precious light is the one that visits you in your darkest hour!
Thank you for sharing this beautiful poem Chris.

[Chris Shaw]

How right you are Ayesha. Thank you so much for your visit and for gracing my page. Lovely to see you here. Take care and be safe.

Chris

[Ken Simm.]

This reminds me of a painting. I can see the composition so clearly. The light and the use of metaphor here is so clear and inspiring.

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you Ken for your very encouraging review. Pleased for your visit.

Chris

[Relic]

I can see the little boats on the vast sea and can relate it to human living. Dark skies can turn to stress. Those rays of sun sure feel good when we can get them.

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you Relic. Appreciate the review.

Chris

[Betty Hermelee]

I believe you are showing us dark times, not just weather-related, but in general, there is unrest upon this earth, and the moody weather just reflects this burnt umber mood. We need the sun to shine on us every day to keep peace in our universe... when there is light, there is more joy. This could be an allegory for the conflict in the middle east and Afghanistan as well. Very well written Chris with so many angles to visualize.
Best,
B

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you Betty for such an interesting and thoughtful interpretation. Appreciated you are.

Chris

[Dave]

It is so true that even the slimmest rays of sunlight can so much brighten our day. It is no wonder that ancient peoples worshipped the sun. You tell so much in the - Chris.
Take care - Dave

[Chris Shaw]

Many thank yous Dave for sharing your thoughts. All good wishes.

Chris