Awaits the Dawn

The Rose awaits dawn
Jewelled tears to soothe
bird upon the wing
calls out reveille
waning moon exits.

The breeze whispers
spirit so free
shakes new born leaves
rustles the tide.

Morning breaks
azure sky
hides the stars.

Nature's
habit.

Pure.

 © Harry J Horsman 2021
Copyright © | Year Posted 2021

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Ricci Avatar
December 19, 2021 at 8:50 AM
Hello hh - This entry is poetic in every way starting with the title. Truly. We see the beauty of nature and its transformation of life and beauty. Be very proud of this entry and your poetic execution. Further, this is one of those entries that should be read out loud with emphasis and expression. Thank you for sharing with us. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you and your family. Peace and blessings always.
Sambourne Avatar
August 22, 2021 at 9:06 PM
Wonderful, Harry. The brevity of your lines has such impact. A grand read my friend. Congratulations! Stay healthy. Cheers, Brian
Rodgers Avatar
January 24, 2021 at 6:07 AM
Lovely, congrats on your win
Kauffman Avatar
January 23, 2021 at 9:38 AM
Pure beauty of words flowing gracefully from the dawn Harry. You have really captured the "pure" of each sunrise. Congratulations on your first place win!
Agustin Avatar
January 23, 2021 at 3:08 AM
Wow! Congrats! God bless you.
Tams The Golden Girl Avatar
January 23, 2021 at 1:25 AM
Excellent, but why am I surprised?
Roper Avatar
January 22, 2021 at 7:14 PM
Harry, I was a pleased to read your Diminished Hexaverse with great imagery and flow . Congratulations on your winning write. Hugs Eve
Y. Avatar
January 22, 2021 at 6:53 PM
WoW! Harry, This is a fine piece of poetry! It's just breathtaking. Congratulations on your top win. It was well deserved. Have a great evening:-) Alexis
Canerdy Avatar
January 22, 2021 at 3:07 PM
CONGRATS on your well-deserved win with this beautiful poem, Harry! Janice
Goldsmith Avatar
January 22, 2021 at 2:32 PM
Congratulations on your win. A beautiful write. I have not done one like this. I guess I need to learn more about this style. Enjoy your win/day/weekend with blessings.......................
Romios Avatar
January 12, 2021 at 9:32 AM
Delightful, Harry Pangie
Kendrick Avatar
January 9, 2021 at 5:30 AM
Very descriptive and expressive work with so few words. Thanks for the visit to my page. Sara
Rose  Avatar
January 9, 2021 at 4:22 AM
Un bons reveille mon cher ami, you awaken the poet in me, with your words of beauty, Have a good day dear Harry, keep penning, xo
Dietrich Avatar
January 8, 2021 at 4:28 PM
simply gorgeous, my friend!!
Rodrigues Avatar
January 8, 2021 at 7:05 AM
I love how the breeze shakes newborn leaves and rustles the tides. Lovely imagery!
Sands Avatar
January 6, 2021 at 8:49 AM
I love the habits of nature. Well written Harry :)
Roper Avatar
January 6, 2021 at 7:43 AM
Well done, Harry, love the feel of the poem and imagery, Good luck in the contest. Hugs Eve
Allison Avatar
January 6, 2021 at 4:38 AM
an absolute gem Harry, i too chose a nature theme:-) hugs jan xx
Downing  Avatar
January 5, 2021 at 6:12 PM
Just beautiful, Harry :)
Ball Avatar
January 5, 2021 at 3:00 PM
Beautiful Harry. Love it. Good luck in the contest. God Bless, JB
Andresen Avatar
January 5, 2021 at 12:08 PM
- Really pure and beautiful poem, Harry - Luck in the contest :) - Happy new year, my friend :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)
Cunningham Avatar
January 5, 2021 at 7:31 AM
The beautiful time of day as the sun is getting ready to rise, great imagery Harry and good luck in the contest.. Tom
Pandit Avatar
January 5, 2021 at 4:51 AM
Beautiful poetry, Harry. Loved it.
Mcintosh Avatar
January 5, 2021 at 4:14 AM
Yes. Nature is pure. I love this. It breathes joy. Inspiring. God bless you
Buhagiar Avatar
January 5, 2021 at 1:30 AM
Excellent dm. The rose always attracts poetry. Best for a win.
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