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
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Ray Avatar
May 19, 2023 at 12:33 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
Rose  Avatar
May 20, 2023 at 2:04 PM
thankyou so much for such an in depth comment dear Timothy, I hope our keeping well :)
Theraven Avatar
June 11, 2021 at 6:15 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
Rose  Avatar
June 12, 2021 at 3:01 PM
Thank you for digging up an oldie
Howell Avatar
December 2, 2020 at 9:30 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.
Pandit Avatar
August 23, 2018 at 7:04 AM
I am glad to see your poem climbing the to the top of best poem list..well done, Pixie.
Haight Avatar
August 21, 2018 at 4:32 PM
Such enchanting, peaceful imagery painted by your lovely words, Pixie. Well done! Congratulations on your fine placement in the contest! Hugs, Sandra
Marcum Wong Avatar
August 18, 2018 at 6:31 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 : )
Cornish Avatar
August 18, 2018 at 1:59 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.
Gentry Avatar
August 18, 2018 at 7:32 AM
Back to congratulate you again for your win again. I love the line "She dances to the steps of light..." Well done! :)
Pappadogiannis Avatar
August 17, 2018 at 12:45 PM
I loved this piece Pixie! I loved the bit of mysticism to it. Congrats on your win :)
Wigley Avatar
August 17, 2018 at 1:39 AM
Fabulous, Pixie, a lovely write, well done! Viv x
Richards Avatar
August 16, 2018 at 7:49 PM
This one takes the breath with such beautiful, images ! Wow.....I love this !! As Gregory said......it is exquisite!
Gauthier Avatar
August 16, 2018 at 6:58 PM
Wonderful, Pixie. Well done.
Gentry Avatar
August 10, 2018 at 1:27 PM
Congratulations on your win. A beautiful poem.
Barden Avatar
August 9, 2018 at 9:18 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! :-)
Wade Avatar
August 7, 2018 at 7:06 AM
Epic poem, congratulations on your win. Faux
Gauthier Avatar
August 6, 2018 at 3:30 PM
Wow, Pixie. This is fabulous. Congrats on your well deserved gold medal win. This is a FAVE for me.
Gauthier Avatar
August 6, 2018 at 3:27 PM
Wow, Pixie. This is fabulous. Congrats on your well deserved gold medal win. This is a FAVE for me.
Rose  Avatar
August 7, 2018 at 5:00 AM
Thank you Line for reading
Inman Avatar
August 2, 2018 at 7:40 AM
A lovely bit of music to go with your lovely fantasy.
Trifiatis Avatar
July 30, 2018 at 3:13 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!
Pandit Avatar
July 30, 2018 at 7:25 AM
Beautiful poem, Pixie..flows like wind on an ardent evening..enchanting!
Melugin Avatar
July 30, 2018 at 5:48 AM
Pixie....There's definitely Dust on this poetic prize! Star Dust!
Anish Avatar
July 29, 2018 at 9:38 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
Marcum Wong Avatar
July 29, 2018 at 8:44 PM
This is simply gorgeous Pixie! I think this will do really well in the contest! : )
B. Avatar
July 29, 2018 at 7:46 PM
A magnificent free verse, Pixie.. Your words flow so lovely!! Many Blessings , my friend..
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