Angels and Lyres

A whispering willow
Once said that Orpheus' lyre 
Is still somewhere in the woods
Nestled under an olive tree
Then came an angel
Oh my, what wonder!
She took the lyre and played a song
The sirens' tune went mute
The ocean and sea stopped their tumbling war
Heaven's citizens above looked down to earth
The deaf man turned his ear to hear
Sun, moon and stars were lulled to pleasure
Nightingale had no song next to this
So she left 
Letting the angel play on
Renewing the land
Lifting every soul
Oh, thanks be to the gods
For this Orpheus' lyre
For sweet music
The angels and the lyre!
Copyright © | Year Posted 2017

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Ricci Avatar
April 21, 2017 at 9:51 AM
Hello Kudzai. I have seen this contest. You wrote so eloquently. As eloquent and graceful as an angel itself. Your words were smooth with flow. Well done entirely. Best of luck with the contest.
Mhangwa Avatar
April 24, 2017 at 2:58 PM
Hie Lisa. It's so wonderful to see your encouraging words! I'm glad you loved my poem, it was fun writing it!
Coreggia Avatar
April 2, 2017 at 8:13 AM
Beautiful and inspiring Kudzai. I got carried away by the lyrical flow of your poetry because, like Orpheus, your have an enchanting touch and I sincerely wished that the poem wouldn't end:) A heartfelt 7 Amitiés
Mhangwa Avatar
April 14, 2017 at 11:28 AM
Thank you so much for your kind words. They really made my day! I am glad you really liked it!!!!
Kinch  Avatar
April 2, 2017 at 7:22 AM
Absolutely beautiful. Good luck in the contest.
Mhangwa Avatar
April 14, 2017 at 11:30 AM
Hie Elizabeth! Thanks for stopping by its much appreciated! Thanks for the luck!
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