Respectfully

pockets of baby blue peep through
billowing puff ball cloud

while slow moving river shows flotillas
of leaf-fall in serene flow

like boats afloat an armada of many
willow oak and beech leaves drift

golden in unhurried procession in
downstream direction to our capital

in silent solemnity in memory of
our late Queen peacefully lying in state

Reviews

[Laz K.]

It is fascinating to see people's reactions to the passing of their queen. It just shows, among many other things, the power of symbols. The queen was a human being like anyone else, of course, but she was also the embodiment of a number of values, ideas, and virtues which made her a living symbol. It seems that people have an inherent need for such symbols - be that in real life, or in fiction.

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you Laz. The Queen's passing certainly had a much greater effect world wide than I had ever anticipated and I was always an admirer of her qualities. I appreciate your visit.

Chris

[red93]

Beautiful Chris very moving ✨️✨️✨️✨️✨️

[Chris Shaw]

Many thanks Tony. All the best.

Chris

[Lorry]

It is almost fitting that her passing fitted the autumnal sobriety and reflection of the nation.
They say you can't fool all people all of the time, but she did come close, as we all thought she'd be around forever.
The queues for her lying in state show how dearly held in heart and mind she was.
OUR stamps and money will never look the same again either.

[Chris Shaw]

That's a lovely review Lorry. I have to say it was also fitting she passed at Balmoral, a place she loved so much. I also have to say I am looking forward to seeing a state funeral tomorrow. A send off to remember.

Chris

[John the Baptist]

I have long been moved by the story of King George VI refusing to leave London during the blitz and sharing the sufferings of his people. Queen Elizabeth was part of that tradition, performing war service on her own. This brief, beautiful nature poem is a fitting tribute to her. My condolences to the British people on her passing.

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you John for your touching review. Most appreciated.

Chris

[W. Barrett Munn]

What a lovely tribute to a remarkable life well-lived.

Winston

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you so much Winston for visiting this little tribute. You are appreciated.

Chris

[Sami Khalil]

My sincere condolences to you and your wonderful nation. I know she meant a lot to millions. May she rest in peace. The nation is transitioning to a different future. I hope all is well. This poem is full of great tributes to her and imagery.

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you Sami for your touching review. Pleased you stopped by.

Chris

[Sami Khalil]

My pleasure. You are welcome Poetry Consort Chris.