Smudged Shadows
As a vermillion sun feigns its death,
daylight acquiesces to Night's might.
And with a propensity for red,
Sol, colors clouds cerise and crimson.
Day dwindles as flashing fireflies set
twinkling lights flickering on the scene.
And an austere, featureless landscape
morphs into a field of pixie dust.
Nature imbues the Night with subtle
scents of honeysuckle and wild rose.
And a mix of exotic odors
of lesser-known, more infamous plants.
Contrary to popular belief,
stinging nettles bear scented flowers.
And as their fragrant blossoms open,
they release a pleasant aroma.
A gold filigree moon guilds the waves,
its beams dancing on rippled waters.
And dark silhouettes, like smudged shadows,
merge within Night's ebony embrace.
Copyright © Emile Pinet | Year Posted 2016
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