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Constance's Nine Beautiful Lines Contest ~ April 1, 2025

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There is something magical about the way a sunset can make us feel at peace, grateful, and alive all at once." ~ Morgan Harper Nichols. Alone, I sat quietly upon the bay's southern shore as sunset faded into twilight with a sense of languor Too soon, of the sun's warmth there would be no trace But until that moment, I would savour its embrace Sanguine skies, sea of blue, sunlight reflected in gold It was like a painting on canvas, one worthy to be sold From towering height of mountains to the rippling sea Nature was proudly exposing her glorious beauty to me Is it possible tomorrow morning's sunrise could be lovelier?

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Duke Beaufort

Date: 4/9/2025 10:27:00 AM

Lin, you end with a great question. I'm thinking you know each one of these gets appreciated for its unique presentation, and yet we take each in for the newness and reinforcement we feel. We don't really get to see how fast the world rotates, but seeing the movement on the horizon is very revealing and actually strange to fathom.

Lin Lane
Date: 4/9/2025 4:23:00 PM

Duke, I've probably witnessed the beauty of more sunrises than its counterpart. It's always fascinated me to realize that when the sun fades into the horizon... how quickly it happens, especially when it seems to drown in the sea. Thanks, for your keen insight.

Terry Miller

Date: 4/9/2025 8:23:00 AM

Beautiful imagery, congratulations

Lin Lane
Date: 4/9/2025 4:21:00 PM

Thank you, Terry.

Linda Alice Fowler

Date: 4/9/2025 5:54:00 AM

Love this oceanside view Lin. Congratulations! :)

Lin Lane
Date: 4/9/2025 6:08:00 AM

Thanks so much, Linda.

Anne-Lise Andresen

Date: 4/7/2025 12:19:00 PM

- Back with a congratulation, Lin :) - hugs

Lin Lane
Date: 4/9/2025 6:08:00 AM

Thanks, Anne-Lise.

Paula Goldsmith

Date: 4/7/2025 11:54:00 AM

Congratulations on your win. What a great write, quote and picture. I enjoyed reading. The quote said it all. l Have a blessed day with your win................

Lin Lane
Date: 4/9/2025 6:08:00 AM

Thank you for the many kind words, Paula.

Kim Rodrigues

Date: 4/7/2025 9:38:00 AM

Sanguine skies, sea of blue, sunlight reflected in gold…Congrats, Lin!

Lin Lane
Date: 4/9/2025 6:07:00 AM

Thanks so very much, Kim.

Sotto Poet

Date: 4/7/2025 8:07:00 AM

Your poem evokes a distinct sense of charm, nuanced feelings, and imagery. Congratulations on your well-deserved win, dear Lin

Lin Lane
Date: 4/9/2025 6:07:00 AM

Thank you, Lasaad.

Terry Flood

Date: 4/2/2025 3:34:00 PM

Absolutely lovely, Lin. Your audio was simply pristine, as was your depiction of this glorious sunset.

Lin Lane
Date: 4/2/2025 8:09:00 PM

Hi, Terry and I'm truly glad you like the audio and the poem. Thanks!

David Kavanagh

Date: 4/2/2025 12:50:00 PM

I’m delighted you did an audio on this particular one I faved yesterday Lin, you are very well spoken, a great voice that adds ambience and authority to your well polished poetry and presentation, cheers David

Lin Lane
Date: 4/2/2025 8:08:00 PM

Thank you for returning for the audio and also for the generous compliments, David. I've discovered a new toy. lol

Tom Cunningham

Date: 4/2/2025 10:15:00 AM

I'm back for another listen, you've certainly brought your verse to life. Bravo. Tom

Lin Lane
Date: 4/2/2025 10:42:00 AM

Reading my poetry makes me feel that way, Tom. It's great to learn you think so, too. Thanks ever so much for your help with getting it accomplished, too.

Karen Jones

Date: 4/1/2025 7:26:00 PM

Lovely lines! Painting is beautiful too!

Lin Lane
Date: 4/2/2025 5:48:00 AM

Thank you for the comments, Karen. The painting is not mine.

David Kavanagh

Date: 4/1/2025 2:30:00 PM

You certainly captured a stunning sunset Lin! Amazingly one still sticks in my mind from when I was a kid watching a football match, it was a good game, but the sunset was perfect, I looked at the crowd but none of them seemed to notice, then it was gone, thanks for reviving that moment, A fave from me, cheers David

Lin Lane
Date: 4/1/2025 3:55:00 PM

I found this painting after I'd written the lines... too perfect not to use it. I'm glad you have that one special sunset as a memory. One in particular stands out in my mind, in Key West, Florida. Thanks, David.

Jay Narain

Date: 4/1/2025 10:23:00 AM

Beauiful sunset poem.

Lin Lane
Date: 4/1/2025 10:29:00 AM

Thank you, Jay.

Daniel Henry Rodgers

Date: 4/1/2025 9:01:00 AM

Dear Lin, what a serene acceptance of nature’s fleeting beauty. I loved how the sunset you describe feels alive, its warmth and colors painting a canvas of peace and reflection. I think the gentle longing for tomorrow’s sunrise adds a tender touch of hope. Your words show me how to savor each moment’s magic. I think is is a very tranquil masterpiece. Spring Blessings, My Dear Friend, Daniel

Lin Lane
Date: 4/1/2025 9:34:00 AM

Hi, Daniel and you're right about the fleeting moments at the time of sunset, more so than a sunrise. The sun seems to fade much more quickly than in the morning when Dawn wakes him. We should savor each of them that we can. Thanks very much, kind friend.

Anne-Lise Andresen

Date: 4/1/2025 7:38:00 AM

- Sunset is always beautiful and magical... a lovely poem, Lin :) - Enjoy it today, what tomorrow will bring no one knows :) - Best wishes :) - hugs

Lin Lane
Date: 4/1/2025 9:32:00 AM

It definitely is, Anne-Lise and so are the sunrise moments when everything comes to light. Thank you.

Tom Cunningham

Date: 4/1/2025 7:32:00 AM

Our favourite time of day Lin, I often wonder will tommorow be better, and sometimes it is. Good luck in the contest. Tom

Lin Lane
Date: 4/1/2025 9:32:00 AM

Tis that, Tom. That's part of the beauty of those moments... we can always anticipate one will be lovelier than the next. Thank you.

Jan Allison

Date: 4/1/2025 6:26:00 AM

absolutely stunning Lin i love the image and your beautiful words! hugs jan xx

Lin Lane
Date: 4/1/2025 9:31:00 AM

Thank you for your thoughts, Jan. I want to look at more paintings of this artist.

Chris Green

Date: 4/1/2025 6:21:00 AM

Beautiful as any sunrise I have seen. Your words are a wonderful painting of the morning sky as it comes to greet us,

Lin Lane
Date: 4/1/2025 9:30:00 AM

Hi, Chris and your comments are as warm as the sun set or it's rising. Thanks. I would love to paint a scene like this one.