As Time Unwinds

As Time unwinds with a cup of tea
Sipping fragrant steam of centuries
No rush to fluff the flattened sea

In the key of wind's piano notes
Strumming with hummingbirds' low float
And the whale's alto undercoat

Piecing a jigsaw silhouette
Of mountain sky, as eons set
Painting a desert river wet

Her comet's glittered ribbons trace
Over Orion's luminous face
Dappled in blue's infinite base

Goblets of stars conjure up
A millennia, as tiny
As a teacup.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2020

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Hamilton Avatar
April 27, 2020 at 3:28 PM
Well done Michelle, I can see why this is a winner, enjoyed!
Deo Avatar
April 24, 2020 at 7:32 PM
T[hanks} and Shalom. Ooops!
Faulkner Avatar
April 24, 2020 at 9:05 PM
I hit the wrong things on my phone all the time :)
Deo Avatar
April 24, 2020 at 7:31 PM
"8th"!? This is such a wonderful, winning poem. Thanx and shalom, Anil. (Did I get my punctuation correctly inserted?)
Faulkner Avatar
April 24, 2020 at 9:04 PM
Yes, no worries! (Actually, it was a premiere contest, so only 10 poems total were placed out of 35, so I am happy with the placement)
Krutsinger Avatar
April 21, 2020 at 2:47 AM
This poem could win many contests; for sure! I am glad it was a winner in this one also.
Wolf Avatar
April 12, 2020 at 8:00 PM
10, 2, and 4 -- Your poems leave me wanting more... and more! Lovely penned, Michelle! :) gw
Hawkens Avatar
April 12, 2020 at 9:48 AM
Congratulations on your well-deserved win with this Beautiful poem. Happy Easter. JC Hawkens
Faulkner Avatar
April 12, 2020 at 10:54 AM
Thank you, and Happy Easter to you also!
Marcum Wong Avatar
April 10, 2020 at 2:01 AM
I love this beautiful unique vision of mother nature’s wonders Michelle. I am putting this gem into my faves! Congratulations on your wonderful win! xxoo
Faulkner Avatar
April 10, 2020 at 1:46 PM
I am deeply flattered, sending a bouquet of thanks your way, Connie:)
Ashley Avatar
April 9, 2020 at 10:35 PM
It’s a joy for me to return with my congratulations for a beautiful win, Michelle. Well done! Warmest wishes always.. ~Susan
Faulkner Avatar
April 10, 2020 at 1:45 PM
It is always uplifting to hear from you, hope you are staying safe and well-
Horne Avatar
April 9, 2020 at 2:30 PM
this is absolutely beautiful
Faulkner Avatar
April 9, 2020 at 7:09 PM
I appreciate your comment, thank you, Jack-
Andresen Avatar
April 9, 2020 at 2:14 PM
- Exclent contribution Michelle, best wishes for a top win :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)
Faulkner Avatar
April 9, 2020 at 7:08 PM
It did receive a placement! Thank you, and hugs too :)
Michael Avatar
April 9, 2020 at 2:11 PM
I like this...Artistic
Faulkner Avatar
April 9, 2020 at 7:06 PM
Thank you so much, Arturo-
Leffanta Avatar
April 9, 2020 at 1:02 PM
ditto Maureen! Well done! Aloha! Rico
Faulkner Avatar
April 9, 2020 at 7:05 PM
Thanks for your visit and comment, Rico!
Canerdy Avatar
April 9, 2020 at 11:02 AM
Vividly descriptive imagery--great poem, Michelle! Janice
Faulkner Avatar
April 9, 2020 at 7:04 PM
Appreciate your comment, thank you, Janice-
Watt Avatar
April 9, 2020 at 10:50 AM
Wonderful image tapestry of sea life, celestial bodies, nature, music, and art, grounded in a cup and goblet. Enjoyed this very much, Michelle. "In the key of wind's piano notes"
Faulkner Avatar
April 9, 2020 at 7:03 PM
I was working on this before she even announced her contest, just had to slightly tweak it to fit the theme, thanks for commenting!
Dietrich Avatar
April 9, 2020 at 9:24 AM
wow, gorgeous imagery. Very poetic, Michelle.
Faulkner Avatar
April 9, 2020 at 7:01 PM
Thank you kindly, Andrea-
Ashley Avatar
April 8, 2020 at 8:56 PM
Your amazing talent and artistry never fails to inspire me, Michelle. Absolutely beautiful imagery throughout, but especially 'No rush to fluff the flattened sea' - so gorgeous! Great Personification with an ingenious last line that cleverly circles back. Superb and a must fav! Warmest wishes always, dear poetess.. ~Susan
Faulkner Avatar
April 8, 2020 at 10:27 PM
You are always so flattering, wishing you health and safety-
Pigeon Tart Avatar
April 8, 2020 at 7:30 PM
Ooh wonderful! I especially love "no rush to fluff the flattened sea" xomo
Faulkner Avatar
April 8, 2020 at 10:26 PM
Thanks, xomo back!
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