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A Star Is Born

Telescopes bring into view A distant object found. By delighted astronomers, A discovery profound. In the Taurus constellation, An elusive star appeared. Observed in utter elation, A cosmic orb austere. Remote in stellar space, A profusion of colors glow, In wondrous striking splendor, A fresh ethereal show. Beyond the Milky Way, Many light-years transcend. The star’s amazing birth, A new galactic friend.

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Timothy Hicks

Date: 6/10/2016 10:55:00 PM

This would surely be something to see, as we always tend to perceive stars as infinitely old .... but even they have young ones! I'm curious ... has anyone truly seen a star form before? I wasn't aware. Cool poem, James.

James Tate
Date: 6/11/2016 6:57:00 AM

Hey Tim, thanks for your thoughts. I'm no astronomer, simply an admirer of God's handiwork. The tricky thing about stars is that they are so far away, once we see them, we observe conditions years back in time. Time traveling at 186k miles per second is fast, but still those bits of light are WAY OUT THERE! Thanks for your comment. I like your work.

Connie Marcum Wong

Date: 2/3/2016 12:30:00 AM

I tend to think the Star is you! Loved this short treat James! I wanted it to last longer! Aloha, Connie

James Tate
Date: 2/3/2016 2:14:00 PM

Clever. You, the girl with a way with words. Thanks for your kind remarks. I may pick up at the poem ending and see what happens when I cruise by the new star. Can't wait to venture there. Or, I may spend more time on my Pluto haranguing.

Skat A

Date: 2/2/2016 11:13:00 PM

Your description's awesome, James, Excellent show. Great flowing piece. Have a nice day. ** SKAT **

James Tate
Date: 2/3/2016 2:17:00 PM

Thank you for your nice comments, Skat. You know how to encourage.

Poet Destroyer A

Date: 12/26/2015 5:15:00 PM

Hi James, How about I keep coming around. Maybe it will inspire you to come around more often. Ha, maybe I can be I can be like that new galastic friend above. :), thank you for replying to my comment on the bottom. How sweet. LINDA

Poet Destroyer A

Date: 12/25/2015 9:51:00 PM

James, Merry Christmas and Happy New Year May all your days shine and dreams come true. :) Every day should be a day with family and friends. I appreciate everyone. Sorry to all those I have taken for granted. SHAME ON ME. I promise, 2016 will be a new me. Merry Christmas!!! May the true meaning of the holiday season fill your heart and home. Always & Forever ~LINDA~

James Tate
Date: 12/26/2015 6:46:00 AM

Thanks Linda, @ PDA, I too, have not been keeping up on PS, perhaps I will be more active, and may you have a great 2016.