Clair De Lune

When evening dusk falls from the edge of night 
like a loosened taffeta from bridal halls 
the wrist pulse slows as the stars align 
their talisman to keyon thoughts of you  
She dances  to the steps of light 
like a  wild specimen heralding dark graphite 
tuning herself into the rocking motion 
of a philanthropic ocean;

She is your clair de lune, your telling rune 
beneath the velvet cloak of a thickening eve 
she sends you dreams of love and fantasies 
that reign as easily as gliding rain 
into your hungry heart....

July 29, 2018
Copyright © | Year Posted 2018


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Date: 5/19/2023 12:33:00 PM
i love the soft emotional depth of this and an especially tender moment there is in a setting sun when the soft shadows fill the scape....and one of my favorite Debussy mixes well in the coloring of this emotional landscape within....those inner dreams we hold, a time we escape the fences of waking moments...twilight, crespuscular, and when the gates of gloaming open and we are free
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Date: 5/20/2023 2:04:00 PM
thankyou so much for such an in depth comment dear Timothy, I hope our keeping well :)
Date: 6/11/2021 6:15:00 PM
Mystic Rose Rose, I wonder if Claude D. ever felt this way; let it flow between the notes and accidentals in enchantment of a musical staff. -Richard
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Date: 6/12/2021 3:01:00 PM
Thank you for digging up an oldie
Date: 12/2/2020 9:30:00 AM
You had me at "Loosened taffeta from bridal halls..." Wow - you're a wonderful poet! So many treasures to be gleamed from your poems.
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Date: 8/23/2018 7:04:00 AM
I am glad to see your poem climbing the to the top of best poem list..well done, Pixie.
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Date: 8/21/2018 4:32:00 PM
Such enchanting, peaceful imagery painted by your lovely words, Pixie. Well done! Congratulations on your fine placement in the contest! Hugs, Sandra
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Date: 8/18/2018 6:31:00 PM
Wow Pixie! I love your poem that has enchanted my heart. I am keeping this treasure safe in my Faves! Congratulations on your deserving win! xxoo : )
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Date: 8/18/2018 1:59:00 PM
Where did you come from Dear Pixie. Where ever it was you shine and bring a special gift to whatever your muse may be. I really enjoyed your take on this theme.
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Date: 8/18/2018 7:32:00 AM
Back to congratulate you again for your win again. I love the line "She dances to the steps of light..." Well done! :)
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Date: 8/17/2018 12:45:00 PM
I loved this piece Pixie! I loved the bit of mysticism to it. Congrats on your win :)
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Date: 8/17/2018 1:39:00 AM
Fabulous, Pixie, a lovely write, well done! Viv x
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Date: 8/16/2018 7:49:00 PM
This one takes the breath with such beautiful, images ! Wow.....I love this !! As Gregory said......it is exquisite!
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Date: 8/16/2018 6:58:00 PM
Wonderful, Pixie. Well done.
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Date: 8/10/2018 1:27:00 PM
Congratulations on your win. A beautiful poem.
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Date: 8/9/2018 9:18:00 PM
Best wishes and congrats for your win in Brian's contest, PD - great stuff! Keep up the wonderful work, my friend! Exquisite write - love it! :-)
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Date: 8/7/2018 7:06:00 AM
Epic poem, congratulations on your win. Faux
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Date: 8/6/2018 3:30:00 PM
Wow, Pixie. This is fabulous. Congrats on your well deserved gold medal win. This is a FAVE for me.
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Date: 8/6/2018 3:27:00 PM
Wow, Pixie. This is fabulous. Congrats on your well deserved gold medal win. This is a FAVE for me.
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Date: 8/7/2018 5:00:00 AM
Thank you Line for reading
Date: 8/2/2018 7:40:00 AM
A lovely bit of music to go with your lovely fantasy.
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Date: 7/30/2018 3:13:00 PM
...au claire de la lune mon ami Pierau ...A phantasmagorical writing with a panoramic poetic view that captivates both heart and mind my dear friend, Pixie Dust! Heavenly!
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Date: 7/30/2018 7:25:00 AM
Beautiful poem, Pixie..flows like wind on an ardent evening..enchanting!
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Date: 7/30/2018 5:48:00 AM
Pixie....There's definitely Dust on this poetic prize! Star Dust!
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Date: 7/29/2018 9:38:00 PM
My late father used to play a piece called Claire de Lune by Claude Debussy on the piano. It moved me as does your poem. Peace & Love Matthew Anish
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Date: 7/29/2018 8:44:00 PM
This is simply gorgeous Pixie! I think this will do really well in the contest! : )
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Date: 7/29/2018 7:46:00 PM
A magnificent free verse, Pixie.. Your words flow so lovely!! Many Blessings , my friend..
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