Carolyn Devonshire Poet Free verse

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As

Curtains

Close

As Curtains Close

first step in my final journey 
stairway to universal consciousness 
celestial light lures
wonder captivates

life’s silent movie 
images rerun, stimulating recollections
no loved ones left behind
faint glimpses ahead
cherished souls linger in paradise 
spirits wait for my entry 

Earthly orb below grows vague 
colors begin to darken 
even Giza's pyramids
Eiffel Tower 
Broadway lights 
worldly realm's trappings fade
 
my spirit moves freely
no legacy do I leave 
just one final kiss
one last tear
carried upon swiftly vanishing memories 
curtains of wondrous night close

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Andrea Dietrich December 24, 2019 at 6:12 PM wow, this really shows your profound awareness of life Carolyn. GREAT poem and win for you. Here to wish you happiness though I know you are alone probably tonight. I hope you can find some company for Xmas day. Congrats in Brian's contest.

Brenda Chiri December 24, 2019 at 9:29 AM Carolyn congrats on a top win!;)

Darlene De Beaulieu March 3, 2019 at 12:06 PM Hello Carolyn Devonshire, this was a lovely journey. You should go to see the Gaza Pyramids it is very interesting to see that history goes back that far in time. Have a nice day my friend.

Billy Mlonda March 3, 2019 at 10:20 AM An artistic way of presentation of the thoughts about a time we all gonna face.. I love it

Christopher Flaherty March 2, 2019 at 6:03 PM Legendary What a Legacy

James Edward Lee Sr. February 27, 2019 at 12:42 PM Yes, as the curtain closes such delight that you've written this piece such an awe sum write.. Brilliantly shines...Write on Carolyn Carolyn Devonshire February 27, 2019 at 1:25 PM To me, death of the earthly body is just a transition to everlasting life. Thanks for reading, James.

Connie Marcum Wong February 19, 2019 at 7:37 PM What a wonderful peaceful vision you have created in this lovely poem Carolyn. Just beautiful! Congratulations on your win! xxoo

Line Gauthier February 9, 2019 at 10:42 PM Beautifully penned, Carolyn. Bravo on your well deserved in.

Wendy Watson February 9, 2019 at 1:16 AM What an amazing description,Carolyn. Many congratulations on your win.

Rob Carmack February 9, 2019 at 12:14 AM Carolyn, thank you for your entry and congrats.

Anne-Lise Andresen February 7, 2019 at 3:27 AM - Carolyn, congratulations on your great winning poem ... writing about tears is a sensitive theme :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)

Kai Michael Neumann February 7, 2019 at 3:11 AM Congratulations on your win. I like this poem.

Kim Rodrigues February 6, 2019 at 8:51 PM A final journey! Congratulations on your win!

Joseph May February 6, 2019 at 5:09 PM A journey into the celestial realms..Congrats on your win..

Ronald Kent February 6, 2019 at 4:42 PM Orb or sphere, yours is a lovely way out of here. Loved reading! Congrats on the win.

Silent One February 6, 2019 at 1:14 PM Life can be a silent movie... especially when there is no background music.. a deep and emotive poem Carolyn.. Congratulations on your placement in the contest.. Carolyn Devonshire February 6, 2019 at 3:49 PM SO, I really enjoyed the theme you provided for this contest. You had some great entries!

Jennifer Proxenos February 4, 2019 at 1:27 PM What an amazing write Carolyn - an infinite journey to a realm of the Divine and Infinite. I admire your faith, it shines through so vividly in this poem! Poetry Hugs, Jennifer Carolyn Devonshire February 4, 2019 at 2:29 PM Faith helps us get through life's challenges, Jennifer. Thank you for your kind comment.

Vladislav Raven February 4, 2019 at 10:20 AM Hi Carolyn, the final journey, one we shall all take. I look forward to the moment. Your words stir the emotions in the heart that reads this emotional write. This is such a wonderful write and I am sure Silent shall love it. A poetic gem that touches the heart so deeply. A Final Tear does bring forth a tear as I read each excellent line. A fave. have a wonderful Monday. Hugs....Mike. XX Carolyn Devonshire February 4, 2019 at 10:32 AM Thank you!

M. L. Kiser February 4, 2019 at 8:08 AM A new "Fav"; we all will walk that path but, you've penned it so eloquently. Good luck in the contest. Carolyn Devonshire February 4, 2019 at 8:22 AM Thank you!

Maureen McGreavy Pigeon Tart February 4, 2019 at 8:07 AM Oh, lovely done Carolyn, I think Silent One will like this one <3 Good luck in the contest! xomo Carolyn Devonshire February 4, 2019 at 8:24 AM Thanks, Maureen!

Vijay Pandit February 4, 2019 at 7:27 AM You illustrate so well the heartbreaking finality we, as mortals, face. So inevitable it feels that we must take those steps in your photo..so sad but so real. A winning poem you wrote, Carolyn. Carolyn Devonshire February 4, 2019 at 8:00 AM Some fear death, but some of us look forward to reuniting with lost loved ones. Thanks for reading and for your lovely comment, Vijay.