Black-Contradictions

Quiet darkest hour, just before dawn
Alive with tree frogs singing, just for fun

Sashaying ways of sexy sways
Silent steps of saddest days

Screeching crow perched in a tree
Cries of eagles flying free

Dark days come, but soon are gone..
in the..
Quiet darkest hour, just before dawn

©Donna Jones
12-4-2013
Copyright © | Year Posted 2013

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Dietrich Avatar
December 28, 2013 at 1:05 AM
soupmail.
Sirak Avatar
December 11, 2013 at 7:35 AM
Oh, the magic of the night, and you captured it beautifully. I love the stillness of the night especially in winter. This poem reminds me why you are on my favorite poets list.
Guzzi Avatar
December 8, 2013 at 6:49 PM
I enjoyed reading your verse this evening. Light & Love
Dietrich Avatar
December 8, 2013 at 3:36 PM
Just read your comment below to me, how you enjoy the night. I do too. You must be a fellow night owl!!!
Hendricks Avatar
December 8, 2013 at 3:20 PM
I enjoyed reading this witty write, Donna. You've got IT, girlfriend. Well done. Licia :-)
Hamilton Avatar
December 8, 2013 at 5:10 AM
great pen Donna gl in contest Shadow x smile hug
Sathasivam Avatar
December 8, 2013 at 12:48 AM
Excellent. Very creative work. Enjoyed reading it. Tfs
Phillips Avatar
December 6, 2013 at 7:29 PM
Hmmm. Nice illustrations portrayed in this piece.
Kendrick Avatar
December 6, 2013 at 1:25 PM
Very creative work..Winner listing for sure..I noticed that you came by..Thanks for the visit there..Sara
Anish Avatar
December 6, 2013 at 12:29 PM
Early morning joy - nice! Keep 'em coming! Peace & Blessings Matthew Anish
De Burca Avatar
December 6, 2013 at 8:18 AM
Beautifully depicted scenes flowing all through your poem. Well executed bravo.
Jones Avatar
December 6, 2013 at 11:45 AM
Ahh.welcome friend...such a beautiful name..Seosamh ..appreciate all your very nice recent visits...thank you...
Trifiatis Avatar
December 6, 2013 at 5:40 AM
A bouquet of images majestically arranged! Good luck Donna!
Jones Avatar
December 6, 2013 at 11:43 AM
Thank you sir...I always feel honored by a Visit from you...I don't know..you seem like such a powerful man to me..such a presence about you..I'm humbled...
Sivey Avatar
December 5, 2013 at 11:14 PM
I would love to see a painting of this write, especially painted by you! Why? Because I can see and visualize everything within this poem as it is, I would love to see exactly what it was that you saw while "painting" your poem! I can hear the darkness, the color black is expressed perfectly within your piece! I really enjoyed reading this illustrious poem this evening! Great Work!!
Jones Avatar
December 6, 2013 at 11:40 AM
That's a nice compliment Russell...thanks...I've often thought it strange how some of my best black dresses are fitting for both dressing up and funerals....
Dietrich Avatar
December 5, 2013 at 6:06 PM
I enjoyed seeing your contrasts of the color black, donna. Quiet seems mostly quiet in your poem, from the last couplet you showed us!!
Jones Avatar
December 6, 2013 at 11:36 AM
Hey Andrea....I love the nighttime..sometimes I sit on the porch in my swing...and just listen to the night!!!!.thanks so much for stopping...I enjoy your visits..
Sergi Avatar
December 5, 2013 at 5:56 PM
NIce job on this Donna Good Luck in the contest.
Jones Avatar
December 6, 2013 at 11:29 AM
Thank you Joseph..much appreciated....
Ellison Avatar
December 5, 2013 at 10:50 AM
Whoooooa A winner my dear sweet Donna! Love ya! Big hugs XOXOXOX
Jones Avatar
December 6, 2013 at 11:28 AM
Ah.....don't know bout that....but love the support Santa!!! Luv ya back...hug..
Lamoureux Avatar
December 4, 2013 at 7:02 PM
I think you have done well Donna. I like how happy you look in your avatar picture.
Lamoureux Avatar
December 5, 2013 at 7:40 AM
Well it must be working you look very youthful, keep them guessing!
Jones Avatar
December 4, 2013 at 10:28 PM
Thanks Richard...glad you like it...well..I try to always be happy ..so... people usually don't think I'm as old as I am...smiling helps!.. take care...
Andresen Avatar
December 4, 2013 at 11:28 AM
- A beautiful time. . . daybreak - Good luck in the contest, Donna ! - oxox // Anne-Lise :)
Jones Avatar
December 4, 2013 at 10:10 PM
Sweet sweet Anne Lise thank you for your genuine kindness always..
Tacito Avatar
December 4, 2013 at 11:27 AM
Yes! An absolute yes! Strong message!
Jones Avatar
December 4, 2013 at 10:09 PM
Glad you got it Drake..thanks...
Onclaud Avatar
December 4, 2013 at 11:17 AM
got the alliteration's beat plus the wonder of your floating mood, donns... this is way off the park; grrreat stuff... yes, tim is right; you are ever expanding, donns..huggs
Jones Avatar
December 4, 2013 at 10:08 PM
Thanks nette..if I am. Its because friends like you are kind enough to help me...I'm blessed...with good friends
Ryerson Avatar
December 4, 2013 at 11:06 AM
FANTASTIC alliteration here my dear friend...Your poetry is growing daily...Going back to your very first just to see how far you have come...
Jones Avatar
December 4, 2013 at 10:06 PM
Why thank you my friend...hope you enjoy some of my older poems....so nice of you..
Manassian Avatar
December 4, 2013 at 10:38 AM
GOOD LUCK, MD WITH THIS POWERFUL ENTRY......LOVE LOVE LOVE YOU!
Jones Avatar
December 4, 2013 at 10:03 PM
Thanks sweetie...love you back
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