As We See Them Fly

I hear the howling at the moon
           as nightbirds then begin to croon
The cricket’s dance invades my ear
              all creatures of the night I hear

So why then with this shrouded din
               should I be in the mood I’m in
Perhaps I feel I dance alone
            to claim no nightsong of my own

Yet when the morning dove arrives
           to brighten all the mourning lives
And when the butterflies appear
               the sounds of happiness I hear

The loneliness that once took hold
   now banished, hearts to be consoled
The doves fly off and say goodbye
                      elated as we see them fly
Copyright © | Year Posted 2021

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Gifford Avatar
December 9, 2025 at 4:33 AM
Hello Mike, this poem of yours is beautifully written , I enjoyed the read. Wishing you a wonderful day.
Legros Kelley Avatar
April 25, 2022 at 12:50 PM
This is beautiful Mike, a fave for me!
Gentile Avatar
April 25, 2022 at 4:27 PM
Thanks so much BJ!!!
Lamoureux Avatar
July 14, 2021 at 6:05 AM
Congrats on POTD. I’m late to the party but glad I dropped by. Excellent piece. ;0)
Gentile Avatar
July 14, 2021 at 6:18 AM
Thank you so much Richard!
Rodrigues Avatar
July 13, 2021 at 4:45 PM
Lovely imagery! Congratulations on POTD!
Gentile Avatar
July 14, 2021 at 4:17 AM
Thank you Kim xxoo
Peck Avatar
July 13, 2021 at 2:07 PM
Your poem is lovely. I especially love these two lines: "Perhaps I feel I dance alone to claim no nightsong of my own" congratulations!!
Gentile Avatar
July 14, 2021 at 4:16 AM
Thank you so much Ann!!
Michael Avatar
July 12, 2021 at 8:01 AM
Lovely poetry...Congratulations on POTD.
Gentile Avatar
July 12, 2021 at 10:45 AM
Thanks so much Arturo!
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July 12, 2021 at 5:29 AM
I have always been blown away by your talent Mike. This one a fave for me. Belated congratulations on your POTD! xomo
Gentile Avatar
July 12, 2021 at 6:59 AM
Thank you Maureen for your very kind words! Xxoo
Skelly Avatar
July 12, 2021 at 1:10 AM
Absolutely lovely you captured a mood in tune with nature.....
Gentile Avatar
July 12, 2021 at 3:49 AM
Thank you so much Delice !!
Stark Avatar
July 11, 2021 at 11:30 PM
When you want to be ALONE.I can totally connect to that.
Gentile Avatar
July 12, 2021 at 3:47 AM
Thank you Curie!!
Hankins Avatar
July 11, 2021 at 9:25 PM
Congratulations on your fine poem winning POTD, Mike. Good work!
Gentile Avatar
July 12, 2021 at 3:47 AM
Thanks so much Milton!
Nicole Avatar
July 11, 2021 at 7:17 PM
When all the world is quiet and night surrounds me, I embrace its beauty. I enjoy drifting in the stars while floating on cloud, as nature sings to me. There is something magical about the dreamy darkness. (To me, anyway) Ahhh, and as the morning sun kisses the wake of day. I am so thankful for such moments. This is beautiful Mike, in so many amazing ways. Congratulations on Poem of the Day. :) Brandy
Gentile Avatar
July 12, 2021 at 3:47 AM
Thank you Brandy, I too appreciate the darkness and the return of the sun!
Mcintosh Avatar
July 11, 2021 at 6:11 PM
This is a wonderful write. I so love it. It's a inspiration and enlightenment. I love it. God bless you and Congrats on POTD. Love, Gina
Gentile Avatar
July 11, 2021 at 6:23 PM
Thanks very much Regina!!
Marcum Wong Avatar
July 11, 2021 at 6:11 PM
This is just beautiful Mike I love it. Congratulations on having it honored with POTD. I am saving this to my faves. Hugs and Blessings, Connie xxoo
Gentile Avatar
July 11, 2021 at 6:21 PM
Thanks so much Connie, I hope you are well, xxoo
Lawrence Avatar
July 11, 2021 at 1:03 PM
Just beautiful and so uplifting Mike. Congratulations of POTD! I love this The loneliness that once took hold now banished, hearts to be consoled The doves fly off and say goodbye elated as we see them fly All the best, Susan :)
Gentile Avatar
July 11, 2021 at 6:24 PM
Thanks for your kind words Susan!
Andresen Avatar
July 11, 2021 at 12:00 PM
- Congratulations on your beautiful p.o.t.d, Mike :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)
Gentile Avatar
July 11, 2021 at 6:25 PM
Thanks so much Anne-Lise xxoo
Flood Avatar
July 11, 2021 at 11:02 AM
I sometimes struggle with non-rhyme, Mike. No such problem here,. Your poem is excellent and your rhyme is spot on. A well deserved POTD. Must find time to peruse your list. Terry
Gentile Avatar
July 11, 2021 at 11:17 AM
Thank you so much Terry!!
Merryman Avatar
July 11, 2021 at 9:02 AM
A beautiful poem written with excellent rhyme and flowing rhythm! Congrats on your POTD honor, Mike! Blessings, Kim M
Gentile Avatar
July 11, 2021 at 11:16 AM
Thank you Kim for your very kind comments !!
Goldsmith Avatar
July 11, 2021 at 8:20 AM
Congratulations on your POTD win. A beautiful story/write. Enjoy your win/Sunday with blessings.............
Gentile Avatar
July 11, 2021 at 8:49 AM
Thank you Paula, Happy Sunday xxoo
Doll Avatar
July 11, 2021 at 8:06 AM
Mike, you did it again with this fantastic poem. Congratulations on POTD~ Warren
Gentile Avatar
July 11, 2021 at 8:50 AM
Thank you so much Warren for your kind comments !!
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July 11, 2021 at 7:53 AM
Beautiful poetry, this reads like a soulful melody. Congratulations on poem of the day Mike… Regards ~ Belle
Gentile Avatar
July 11, 2021 at 8:49 AM
Thank you so much Belle!!
Sands Avatar
July 11, 2021 at 7:44 AM
Congratulations for POTD Mike! Happy Sunday :)
Gentile Avatar
July 11, 2021 at 8:50 AM
Thank you so much Heidi, Happy Sunday xxoo
Allison Avatar
July 11, 2021 at 7:31 AM
so beautiful and uplifting, a joy to read and even better to see you get POTD honours, and of course I get to see your cute avatar again lol:-) hugs jan xx
Gentile Avatar
July 11, 2021 at 7:33 AM
Awww, thanks Jan xxoo
Wolf Avatar
July 11, 2021 at 7:08 AM
Iteration, shmiteration -- Hey, hey. This one's Poem of the Day! Have a spectacular Sunday, Mike! ~ Chicagoration
Gentile Avatar
July 11, 2021 at 7:33 AM
Happy Sunday Chicagoration !!
Y. Avatar
July 11, 2021 at 7:01 AM
Hi Mike, I’m just coming back to say congratulations on getting the poem of the day:-) Alexis
Gentile Avatar
July 11, 2021 at 7:34 AM
Thanks so much Alexis xxoo
La France Avatar
July 11, 2021 at 5:55 AM
Mike, you have a lovely poem and so deserving of POEM OF THE DAY enjoy the honor ~ peace and tranquility _Constance
Gentile Avatar
July 11, 2021 at 6:05 AM
Thank you very much Constance !!
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