A Poem for Solstice
©2020 Louise Gallagher
In the presence of imminent light
I linger in supine decadence
along the edge of darkness
holding close
memories of the sky
littered with stars cast like dice
upon the pitch black velvet bed
of night
softly lit
by the sliver of a moon
hanging
like a partially open door
inviting me into the mystery
unfolding
in the heavenly realms
beyond the horizon
where neck stretched
face upturned
I wait in eageer anticipation
for the return of the light
breaking through
the edge of darkness.
Morning casts aside
the fiery blanket of dawn
as light kisses the darkness adieu
and slips gracefully
from night’s embrace.
I awaken
to dawn’s breath
calling me into the mystery
of life
unfolding
on this new day
born from darkness.
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Dare Boldly 
Ahh, so beautiful.
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Thank you. ❤
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My absolute pleasure.
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A wonderful poem, I am sinking softly in its mystism.
the photos are so very beautiful, where did you take them?
miriam
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Thank you Miriam — it’s the view from outside my window — I sit at my desk every morning and this is what I see. I am very, very spoiled! 🙂 ❤
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I am glad for you, it is a wonderful inspiration.
I was taken aback as it is so similar to the view I had before moving.
🙂
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Beautiful 💗
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So beautiful indeed
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Lovely!
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