As I Sat And Watched

As I sat and watched the sun this morning, rise 
It made me realize 
There were children waving "Bye"
To the blue birds in the sky 
When I sat and watched the sun this morning, rise
 
The blue birds flapped their wings 
And the children on their swings 
It made me realize  
That children are having fun
And blue birds fly in the sun
 
"When I sat and watched the sun this morning, rise"

As I watched the sun this afternoon 
I thought the night would be here soon 
It made me realize 
That when that sunlight dies 
I'll sit and watch this evening's moon, rise

I sat and watched this evening's moon, rise
It made me realize 
There were stars out in the skies 
I could hear the angels sing 
And I thought...what else this night might bring?

"While I sit and watch this evening's moon, rise"

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Date: 5/26/2025 5:11:00 AM
Bluebirds, children, stars and angels: the sky holds such wonders and songs. I like the repetition and variations that show the same space with different scenes and moods (all joyful). A lovely celebration of the heavens above - filling your eyes and heart. J :)
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Date: 5/23/2025 8:06:00 AM
Very beautiful, Charles.
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Date: 5/22/2025 3:25:00 PM
A creative, shared frolic thru one topic of human 'wonderments', how great to keep them adult-held over as many things as possible. Enjoyed ... CayCay
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Date: 5/22/2025 1:42:00 PM
Creative lines penned. We never know what the next second will bring into our lives or if our life will continue here on earth or not. Thanks for sharing this thoughtful one with us. soupmail. Sara K
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Date: 5/22/2025 7:59:00 AM
Thanks for sharing this. Thanks likewise for my placement in your recently-concluded contest. God bless you.
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Date: 5/5/2025 3:20:00 AM
If this had rhyme, it would have been a great lyric.
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Date: 5/1/2025 9:24:00 AM
I enjoyed reading your wonderful write. I can see you sitting on a big porch in a rocking chair, seeing the day turn into night. Your words have painted a pretty picture... "Good Luck" if for a contest. Have a day writing away..........
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