Aspects Of Light

Spontaneous poetry

let there always
always be
this glare from sunlight
on the sea
that lifts all spirits
in distress
that calms and soothes
all restlessness
to sprinkle sparkle
where the mood
of brooding clouds
have done their best
to hamper thoughts
of happiness
to sink the soul
beneath the waves
into the ocean's
darkest caves

Reviews

[Robert Haigh]

We experience sunshine and showers in our lives, including a few storms - both literally and metaphorically! The sun usually shines after a storm, even if not straight away. Looking on the bright side can keep us going! The spontaneity is evident in this poem, I think, Chris. Strange how sometimes we can labour over a poem for days or even weeks (at least, that is often my experience), and yet some poems can be dashed off in 10 minutes or so, with little if any re-writing to be done! A fine write!

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you Robert. So true about spontaneous writes. This one took less than ten minutes and yet usually I labour over my words. Strange how that can happen. Thank you so much for sharing your thoughts here. You are appreciated.

Chris

[Dave]

Chris - surely in another life you had to have been a person of the sea. You manage to see into the depths of the ocean and bring forth the light that is often hidden there. For all, its roughness and sometimes rage the sea with sunlight shining is the essence of tranquility and a place I love to be. This is beautifully done.
Take care - Dave

[Chris Shaw]

Such a lovely review Dave. Thanking you for stopping by and leaving me an encouraging review. Pleased you enjoyed the poem.

Chris

[Lathen Griffiths]

This is just what the doctor ordered today, driving home at 4:30 and it already going dark I felt a bit gloomy, but reading ‘Aspects of Light’ really helped lift my spirits, reminding me of beautiful summer days by the sea. The image of light on the water. Thank you Chris .

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you Lathe. Light on water always lifts me. Best meds you can get. Pleased you enjoyed.

Chris

[shadrach hah]

Hi Chris, I love this poem. I love being near the water, as soon as I see it my heart knows peace. You paint such beautiful, calmness with your words. Your aspects of light do touch the soul. A wonderful write. Hugs....Mike.

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you Mike for your encouraging review. Pleased you enjoyed this poem. All the best.

read moreThank you Mike for your encouraging review. Pleased you enjoyed this poem. All the best.

Chris

[shadrach hah]

You are welcome, Chris. Have a wonderful weekend. Hugs always....Mike.

[Kerra]

I love being out on the water in a boat, just relaxing there is such a wonderful feeling, gazing up at the sky taking in all of life's little pleasures. Wonderfully written Chris

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you dear Kerra. Boats and water suit me too. Your thoughts are welcomed and appreciated.

Chris

[Fran Marie]

The sea does indeed offer such a
light calm serene feeling ..lifting
sadden spirits high..nicely penned

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you Fran for your thoughful review. All the best.

Chris

[Fran Marie]

you're most welcome

[Samuel Dickens]

You've charmed this old sailor's heart with these fine, inspiring words. So often, I stood on deck and reveled at the wondrous moods of the sea.

[Chris Shaw]

Hello Sam. Delighted to hear I've charmed your sailor heart. There is something amazing about light on water. It is both mesmerising and uplifting. Thank you for stopping by today. Hope you are feeling much better.

Chris

[Cherrie Palmer]

Chris my dear I live watching how light effects water and you captured it with flare

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you dear Cherrie. Something so uplifting about light on water.

Chris

[Betty Hermelee]

Surely the glow of the sun can reuse our spirits… and in these dark times we urge the sun to glisten upon us…. Lift our darkest spirits from this abyss .
Strong content Chris, but the digest eords to deliver it…
Best
B.

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you dear Betty. Appreciate your thoughtful review.

Chris

[Betty Hermelee]

You're very welcome Chris, loved it1

[Unspoken poet]

I found this piece lovely and a place for peace somewhere, so nicely presented

[Chris Shaw]

Pleased you liked this poem Kimmie. Thank you for the visit.

Chris

[poetgurl (Plainly Meg)]

Just let there be light every where that one goes, this is wonderful

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you Lady K. I appreciate your visit.

Chris