Behind Closed Eyes

Once sheltered from the
     Beaming rays of dawn,
Closed eyelids view the
     Multi-colored hues.
First seen, bright aqua
     Blended with chartreuse,
Then divine peach which
     Crimson fades into.
A green like no earthly
     Color I have seen
Lingers    and I am
     Consumed with delight,
Feeling that glorious
     Shade penetrate
Into my body and
     Soul’s inner sight.

A spark of pink soon
     Appears to ignite
And morphs into a fuchsia
     Floral bloom. . .
A peaceful shade 
     To meditate upon.
Relax in Nature’s fresh air
     In warm sun
Should you desire to bathe
     In rainbow’s light.
Each color vibrates 
     To a musical note
And with them all, my
     Joyous soul takes flight.

© Connie Marcum Wong

Note: I wrote this poem after bathing in the sun on our deck with
my eyes closed as these enchanted colors appeared.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2016


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Date: 1/31/2016 3:27:00 PM
Nature is the best medicine, isn't it! Great poem Connie! -luloo
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Date: 2/3/2016 3:15:00 AM
I so agree. It changes a person's mood and is inspiring. Thank you Laura. Hugs, Connie
Date: 1/26/2016 7:04:00 AM
Lovely. This has a peaceful feeling. What a wonderful way to spend the day.
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Date: 1/25/2016 10:01:00 PM
CONNIE, THANK YOU for blessing my comment with a reply. THAT WAS NICE OF YOU!!! PD**
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Date: 1/20/2016 11:34:00 AM
the most beautiful things come to us at the most unexpected times relaxing can be an experience if you feel your surroundings with your soul, not your eyes... very much enjoyed this one Connie -*Luv Linda*
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Connie Marcum Wong
Date: 1/22/2016 6:31:00 AM
I agree with you Linda. Thank you very much. I appreciate you stopping by. Hugs, Connie
Date: 1/19/2016 8:25:00 AM
Sounds like someone's been in the skittles. In all seriousness, a beautiful colorful poem signifying peace.
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Connie Marcum Wong
Date: 1/22/2016 6:34:00 AM
Thank you very much Daniel. Aloha, Connie
Date: 1/18/2016 6:57:00 PM
Hello Connie ... meditating with colourful thoughts can only bring on calmness within a soul - a delightful poem Connie - Lindsay
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Date: 1/22/2016 6:56:00 AM
It is very relaxing and inspiring which led to me writing this poem. Thanks Lindsy. Cheers, Connie
Date: 1/18/2016 7:11:00 AM
This really is a spectacular little poem, Connie. Such an overwhelming feeling of "Bathing in radiance"...Beautifully expressed! My very best wishes and regards to you, Connie. :) john
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Date: 1/18/2016 7:11:00 PM
Thank you very much John. I have been too busy to spend much time here this holiday season. It went by so very fast. It is always a pleasure to hear from you. The best always, Connie
Date: 1/17/2016 6:54:00 PM
truly beautiful poem; i love the use of colour within poetry, and this is colourful in every way...gives me a nice peaceful feeling when reading it :)
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Date: 1/17/2016 3:33:00 AM
Love this, Connie. Beautifully expressed. My husband is color blind, but I'll bet he could join you in this exercise!
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Date: 1/16/2016 3:46:00 PM
"A green like no earthly color i've seen," This marvelous poem seems, really is, other dimensional. I know that in contemplation - when the soul leaves the body - the colors, especially the cobalt blue, circled by delicate fringe, is indescribable. Love, Dave
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Date: 1/15/2016 11:52:00 AM
I JUST LOVE THIS, Connie. I know something similar has happened to me a few times. It's so cool when it happens. You described it well.
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Date: 1/14/2016 10:30:00 PM
this is very unfair!!! I am sure I could write such beautiful verse too if I was in Hawaii!!!! hugs! Loved this! Hugs
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Connie Marcum Wong
Date: 1/15/2016 1:43:00 AM
I am sure you could Arthur. Are you very cold where you are? I see on the weather even Florida is having temperatures drop. Thanks so much for dropping by with your lovely comment. Blessings for a great 2016 my friend.
Date: 1/14/2016 6:45:00 PM
When I was a kid, I used to lie down in fields of wild flowers looking up at the sky and the clouds floating by on a bright sunny day. Then I would close my eyes and experience exactly what you have written here. Thank you for rekindling one of the most beautiful experiences I know, dear Connie.
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Date: 1/14/2016 11:36:00 AM
Your muse has given the page a chromatic kiss, and brought a kaleidoscope of color to life. Well written. Emile. #7
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Date: 1/14/2016 6:59:00 AM
Connie, what a colorful poem jumping to mesmerize me.. =`) smiles, Olive Eloisa =`)
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Date: 1/14/2016 5:37:00 AM
This is not only lovely, but something that I can relate to, Connie. I not only see the colours, but I am able to promp what colours I want! The difference between us is that it never crossed my mind to write about it, and you did! #7 Warm regards ... paul
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Connie Marcum Wong
Date: 1/14/2016 1:19:00 PM
Thank you very much Paul for the lovely comment. I too am able to summon colors. I work with colors, being an Aura Photographer, and each color has its own meaning. They can change your mood, make you hungry, calm your senses, excite etc. But you probably are already aware of this. Advertisers have this knowledge and use it to the hilt! Colors do inspire me. Cheers, Connie
Date: 1/14/2016 1:29:00 AM
Vibrant verse full of inspiring colours Connie.. loved to read today.. great work!!
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Date: 1/13/2016 10:14:00 PM
A beautiful, descriptive write, Connie! Love, Kim
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Date: 1/13/2016 6:37:00 PM
OH---YEAH----RUB IT IN CONNIE. Here in Bahstin(Boston) all I see is white....cold, icy, stinging, close your eyes and make it go away.....wintery white.....
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Connie Marcum Wong
Date: 1/13/2016 7:10:00 PM
Well in all fairness, I did write this in the summer and just found it to post. However it was pretty hot today 81 degrees. So sorry to rub it in....didn't think about that John. I actually prefer cooler weather, about 68 degrees is perfect. It gets that cool at night. I will send you some of our warm weather...thanks, Connie
Date: 1/13/2016 6:09:00 PM
beautiful write Connie, the imagery's great
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Date: 1/13/2016 7:14:00 PM
Thank you very much white sage. My computer has been running like a turtle, so I am commenting to as many as I can. Aloha, Connie
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