Poetry, Writing

Coming of Dawn

A bit more of a hopeful one than has come to me lately. I hope you enjoy. Out of the black woods comes the sun The night is over the day begun. The battle fought to victory A time of mourning then joy will be. The ash tree sheds a steady light Through forest gloom… Read More Coming of Dawn

Poetry, Writing

Edge of Darkness

Days are dark but hope is never gone. A light in the darkness cannot be quenched. A star in the sky burns forever entrenched. Where there is light, the night holds no sway. And though darkness may come, to dawn it gives way. A candle held high can be snuffed by a breeze, But the… Read More Edge of Darkness

Poetry, Writing

Twilight Calm

A bit of comfort for your day There is nothing to fear in the twilight In the shadows that lengthen from day. Let the quiet breezes sooth you And carry troubles far away. Let the chill of the evening surround you Leave aside the coming of dawn Let the threshold of night enfold you And… Read More Twilight Calm

Poetry, Writing

Story Time

Or what grandpa said about fairy stories. Flowing ink and flowing words Never lead to things—untowards. Of course they don’t and never will What do you read to think they shall? Or do you think that talk of stars And rocket ships, and men on mars, And dragons breath on silver shield, And gallant souls… Read More Story Time

Poetry, Writing

Golden Trumpets

A simple bit of awe and wonder for your day. In the shining of the spring When all the world draws near And the dandelions sparkle Their simple welcome cheer. When leaves are now unfurling And all the world awakes A single breath of joy Is all the soul can take. When the dew shins… Read More Golden Trumpets