Gifting

(For Jacob facing heart surgery today, Neville raising funds for his very poorly young niece and any other of my poetry friends in need of special thoughts, they are yours)

calm the lake this winter morning
low the stare of watery sun
regal are the six swans gliding
graceful willow trees glance on
for my friends my thoughts are given
for the trials that they might face
on their days throughout their living
grant them wisdom strength and faith

Reviews

[Annette Pisano-Higley]

“for my friends my thoughts are given
for the trials that they might face “
How beautiful and compassionate your thoughts and words are dear Chris. I will join and say amen to their serenity and healing energy. Praying for all here whom you have caringly dedicated this beautifully written work. Thank you.

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you Annette for your visit and your thoughtful review. All good wishes to you.

Chris

[Seriana]

What a sweet prayer and tribute to friends. Your writing is always polished and clean to me, simple, yet strong in it's message.

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you for stopping by. I appreciate the visit Seriana.

[butterfly]

Thanks for sharing your special thoughts it was wonderful to read :)

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you butterfly for your visit and kind thoughts. I appreciate you.

Chris

[Stella Armour]

I didn't know about Jacob or Neville's niece, so this loving tribute was a surprise ..

I join you and the many others in wishing them both well and send positive vibes out to both families ♥

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you so much Stella for sending those positive vibes out to them both. Have a lovely Sunday. read moreThank you so much Stella for sending those positive vibes out to them both. Have a lovely Sunday.

Chris

[Stella Armour]

White over with frost this morning Chris.... but very pretty :)

[Chris Shaw]

Same here Stella. The sun is out too which is always a blessing. I think we might be off to the marina for a late breakfast:)

[Stella Armour]

Sounds delightful ... wrap up warm and dont forget the sunglasses :)

[Chris Shaw]

Ha, yes it is certainly bright. Lovely to see you back here Stella. I hope you are going to stay a while.

[Stella Armour]

the site doesnt seem to have many poets i can relate to these days Chris.... think i am just an old fashioned girl with old fashioned ideas lol

[Chris Shaw]

Well I’m another old fashioned girl at heart, trying my best to adapt and fit in :))

[Stella Armour]

well yes , i can see you are one of the few constants still here and braving it out. It seems to be a young person's place these days, i dont like all the angst haha. Never mind thankfully i still enjoy my artwork and other creative hobbies, plus my muse just up and left :(

[JD Major]

Uplifting and beautiful, Chris, I hope it's gone well for our friend, Jacob, today :)

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you JD. We all wait to hear how Jacob is doing. We all wish him a speedy recovery.
read moreThank you JD. We all wait to hear how Jacob is doing. We all wish him a speedy recovery.

Chris

[red93]

Sublime Chris exceptional - again you are playing on 'WB Yeats' trusty lyre' to superb effect ✨️✨️✨️✨️✨️

[Chris Shaw]

That is so kind of you Tony to leave me such an encouraging comment. Thanking you so much.

Chris

[Ken Simm.]

Have you been looking through my window Chris? What a perfect, visual ,almost poignant little poem that is so multi layered in its gentle flow.

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you Ken. So pleased you enjoyed this little verse. Many thanks for stopping by.

Chris

[Ken Simm.]

Actually was six swans in the mist on the loch at the bottom of my garden this morning.

[Chris Shaw]

Then you had a real treat to look at. Such beautiful creatures they are.

[Sami Khalil]

What a cherished, beautiful gift you offer sir Jacob. Very touching and full of hope. I prayed for him. He is a special poet.
God be with him...

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you Sami for your jesters fur Havob and fur calling on my words. You are appreciated.

Chris

[Sami Khalil]

You are welcome dear Chris.

[Chris Shaw]

Please forgive the typos. That automatic text is a pain. I thank you fir your prayers for Jacob 🌺

[Sami Khalil]

I understand. No worries. All welcome.

[Gee]

Keeping all crossed for them both.
Part poem part prayer, a lovely piece :)
Hope you are well Christine, dig out the thermals

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you Gee. Pleased you stopped by. Yes, getting ready for the thermals again. We are in for a blast. Keep warm.

Chris