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Dawn

Dawn

In early morning when I rise
Through my window in twilight skies
A lilac sky begins from gray
Descending  from our milky way.

When Sol awakens, shows his face;
Delivers magic with his grace
In colors borne from rainbow hues,
My eyes are filled with stunning views.

With trembling hands I hold my tea
In breathless wonders that I see
As blues arrayed from dark to light
Relinquish stars in morning bright 

As golden fingers touch the land
I feel the power of God's hand
Embrace my shoulders and my hair
And feel the freshness in dawn's air.

I wait until sweet tangerine
Of tempered eye cannot be seen
Hidden behind the cloudy clime
With thoughts of colors so sublime.

As I begin my busy day
I first reserve some time to pray
In gratitude of our dear earth
In viewing dawn's glorious birth.

7-21-18

1. Paint your horizons happy
Copyright © | Year Posted 2018

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Ashley Avatar
June 8, 2019 at 7:43 PM
Your beautiful poem is inspiring and such a joy to read, Connie. Your appreciation of the precious moments of dawn is so gloriously expressed. Your talent leaves me in awe, dear poetess. Congratulations on your excellent win. Warmest wishes always, my lovely friend.. ~Susan
Marcum Wong Avatar
June 8, 2019 at 8:23 PM
I appreciate your lovely comment my friend. Thank you so much! Love, Connie : )
Roper Avatar
June 6, 2019 at 4:58 PM
Connie, this is so beautiful, your descriptive words form the beautiful painting. Congratulations on you awesome win. Hugs Eve
Marcum Wong Avatar
June 6, 2019 at 5:05 PM
Thank you very much Eve. I wrote it from viewing a sunrise here one cool morning in Hawaii. : ) xxoo
Gilmour Avatar
June 6, 2019 at 3:00 PM
I loved your poem of the sunrise Connie, you described the colours so vividly that your poem drew me in and I could actually see your exquisite sunrise for myself - I thank you Connie and many congrats for your well deserved win. With kindest thoughts Ann xx
Marcum Wong Avatar
June 6, 2019 at 5:07 PM
Thank you very much Ann for your lovely comment. I appreciate it very much. : ) xxoo
Croft Avatar
June 6, 2019 at 1:59 PM
What a beautifully written poem.
Gondolf Avatar
June 6, 2019 at 12:44 PM
This is such a beautiful poem, Connie, I had not seen it when it was originally posted. There is something magical about a beautiful sunrise. Congrats on your win. John
Marcum Wong Avatar
June 6, 2019 at 5:24 PM
I was thrilled with my first placement John, as not many got to see this poem and it didn't win in two different contests. Thank you very much. : ) xxoo
Kelii Kekaula Avatar
June 6, 2019 at 10:05 AM
Indeed painted beautifully, "Relinquish...", how a simple verb can energize a phrase to life Connie--image be Sandy Beach?--and my compliments to your placement, Aloha William
Marcum Wong Avatar
June 6, 2019 at 5:33 PM
I appreciate your wonderful comment William. It does look like Sandy Beach some, but I am not sure where the photo was taken. I got it from the net. My husband used to surf at Sandy Beach long ago in younger years. Mahalo, Connie
Godwin Avatar
August 25, 2018 at 10:43 PM
I love, love, love this. Talent flows from your pen to grow feel in me and soar my poetry excitement. The poem is a rush to me as a poet and the content has me thoroughly awed. A beauty, a stunner and a fav! Love ... CayCay
Marcum Wong Avatar
August 25, 2018 at 10:57 PM
I'm so happy to hear you say that CayCay as this is one of my favorites because I love dawn so much. I was hoping it would make it on one of the lists but it didn't, however the wonderful comments more than make up for it! Thank you my dear friend. ; ) xxoo
Dietrich Avatar
July 30, 2018 at 3:20 PM
It's saying previously added, sweetie. So you better talk to the others!!
Marcum Wong Avatar
July 30, 2018 at 4:20 PM
Thanks so much Andrea. xxoo
Boddie Avatar
July 28, 2018 at 2:44 PM
as the morning comes....the heartbeat of Life gently strums....the guitars of our Souls....Beautifying what every heart beholds....which is simply to feel Love....as done by connie's words, they are Blessed from Above....Beautiful write connie....;)
Marcum Wong Avatar
July 28, 2018 at 4:29 PM
You speak to my soul Eric. I love your beautiful comment that honors me so. Thank you my friend. xxoo : )
Barden Avatar
July 26, 2018 at 1:00 AM
Gorgeous write, Connie, and I love Paul's Turner comparison - it fits perfectly! (And Turner is near the top of my favs list since I was a child). Your descriptive mastery and unusual imagery is always a joy, and I am NEVER disappointed when I open a poem of yours. This is going to my favs! Blessings, Friend! :-) <3
Marcum Wong Avatar
July 26, 2018 at 2:23 AM
I feel honored that such a talented scholar as you regards this poem highly enough to want to fave it. Thank you so much for making my night! I enjoy Turner too and feel it quite a compliment from you and Paul. I love to read your poetry as it always inspires me to excel. Blessings to you too my friend. : ) xxoo
Callus Avatar
July 24, 2018 at 10:13 AM
You would have made Turner jealous of your dawn painting, Connie! Beautiful coloured imagery that appeals to the senses mixed with uplifting thoughts. Regards // paul
Marcum Wong Avatar
July 25, 2018 at 8:30 PM
Wow Paul...I can feel my head swelling : ) What a great compliment! Turner was a bit of a genius in how he was able to create pieces that touched the soul. Thank you so much Paul. xxoo : )
Laurie Avatar
July 24, 2018 at 1:11 AM
Dear Connie … your poem is more stunning than dawn itself. A beautiful picture poem - thank you - Lindsay
Marcum Wong Avatar
July 25, 2018 at 8:33 PM
Wow Lindsay, I really appreciate such an exquisite compliment! So happy you liked this. Thank you my friend! : )
Kiser Avatar
July 23, 2018 at 6:34 PM
Oh, that was beautiful and so soothing to the soul; a super poem, well done.
Marcum Wong Avatar
July 25, 2018 at 8:31 PM
Thank you very much M.L. Dawn is kind of my moment of the day. : )
Parker Avatar
July 23, 2018 at 5:54 PM
you painted a very beautiful portrait with this poem Connie and you live in Hawaii, what mornings and evenings you must see...I am jealous...good luck in the contest
Marcum Wong Avatar
July 23, 2018 at 6:11 PM
Whenever you have dawn rising over the sea it becomes magical. I notice the sun move with the seasons. Thank you very much Frederic. ; )
Sietesantos Avatar
July 23, 2018 at 3:55 PM
Ahhhhhh - the beauty and the majesty of the dawn as reflected in this most glorious piece! A magnificent painting, my dear Connie, and a fave! Good luck in the contest! Hugs and love. Pandita
Marcum Wong Avatar
July 23, 2018 at 6:09 PM
Oh how sweet of you to fave this poem Pandita. Thank you very much. I adore twilight and early dawn. : )
Michael Avatar
July 23, 2018 at 1:06 PM
A smooth write...Refreshing to a delight...Nice Connie...All the best
Marcum Wong Avatar
July 23, 2018 at 2:22 PM
Thank you Arturo. : )
Onclaud Avatar
July 23, 2018 at 12:05 PM
you take me to a moment which seems forever--- yes, connie, morning has broken; amazing write with a winning streak... huggs
Marcum Wong Avatar
July 23, 2018 at 12:44 PM
Thank you very much Nette. I appreciate your sweet comment. : )
Smith Avatar
July 23, 2018 at 11:25 AM
Lovely write Connie, best wishes in the contest...
Marcum Wong Avatar
July 23, 2018 at 12:43 PM
Thank you Charlie. There are some really fantastic entries in this contest I have read so far. I will need the luck! : )
Warrior Avatar
July 23, 2018 at 8:34 AM
Wow!...such a beauty Connie...enjoyed all the way, my friend...^WW^
Marcum Wong Avatar
July 23, 2018 at 12:40 PM
Thank you WW. Dawn is glorious here in Hawaii, as it is all over the world. : )
Dietrich Avatar
July 22, 2018 at 8:33 PM
Connie, this is superb. One of your very best, dear friend. FAVE
Marcum Wong Avatar
July 23, 2018 at 3:33 AM
Thanks a lot Andrea. I am pleased with the way this one turned out and really appreciate the fave. xxoo
Horsman Avatar
July 22, 2018 at 3:24 PM
You really do take the reader there, Connie. Beautiful dawn beautiful poetry..
Marcum Wong Avatar
July 22, 2018 at 5:03 PM
Thank you very much Harry. ; )
Allison Avatar
July 22, 2018 at 1:05 PM
Absolutely exquisite imagery Connie I think Emile will LOVE this, into my faves:-) hugs jan xx
Marcum Wong Avatar
July 22, 2018 at 1:51 PM
I am really happy you liked this enough to fave it Jan. I appreciate the fave very much. Thank you my friend! Our sunrises and sunsets are a photographers dream. : ) xxoo
Cozart Avatar
July 22, 2018 at 9:26 AM
I love the quiet of dawn. Nicely done.
Sands Avatar
July 22, 2018 at 7:29 AM
Beautifully written. I enjoyed reading this ! :)
Pandit Avatar
July 22, 2018 at 7:19 AM
Scenic, beautiful, colorful..the joy of your morning rings true in your words, Connie.
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