Dawn Angel

In flowing skirt and bodice tight,
this angel wears her hair in curls,
a whispered goodbye to the night
just as the dawning light unfurls.

The cemetery gate thrown wide,
she gives her blessing soft and low,
then disappears on mornings tide,
to where -- no one but God can know.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2016

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De Beaulieu Avatar
November 3, 2019 at 5:24 PM
Hello Keitj Logan, ah! It is a mystery where she went. A lovely poem. Have a nice evening my friend.
Lamoureux Avatar
May 26, 2017 at 7:13 AM
I like knowing the historical context of the write.
Logan Avatar
November 4, 2016 at 8:14 AM
Thanks for the welcome. My reply to Darlene De Beauiieu should explain all.
Lamoureux Avatar
November 4, 2016 at 7:54 AM
A tremendous first offering. I see you arrived on my birthday. A belated welcome to the soup.
Wolf Avatar
September 30, 2016 at 12:48 AM
It leaves one in wanting MORE!!! /|\
Logan Avatar
September 30, 2016 at 5:17 AM
I'll see what I can dig out of my archives.
Duet Avatar
September 18, 2016 at 12:56 AM
Such a lovely poetic vision....
Logan Avatar
September 18, 2016 at 6:47 AM
Carole, you already commented on this piece but it is nice to see you back again, a sort of extra hello.
Bhattacharya Avatar
September 15, 2016 at 5:04 AM
Wow ! So simple but it casts a powerful impact upon my mind, Keith. ---Sarban
Logan Avatar
September 15, 2016 at 4:47 PM
I am glad it works for you. I had fun with this.
De Beaulieu Avatar
September 13, 2016 at 8:00 PM
Hello Keith I enjoyed reading your poetry I can see the angel when I close my eyes.
Logan Avatar
September 13, 2016 at 10:53 PM
I could see her clearly in a photograph. The poem was originally written for a young lady just about to marry. She posted some well posed pictures of herself and asked if anyone could come up with poems inspired by the photos. I think I wrote four if I remember right. This is the only one that survives.
Duet Avatar
September 11, 2016 at 6:39 PM
Short & sweet. I like it.
Logan Avatar
September 12, 2016 at 1:44 AM
Thank you. Discipline can work it seems. I had started to write a longer poem but decided that the first two verses said it all.
A  Avatar
September 9, 2016 at 7:42 AM
Hi Keith, Welcome to Poetry Soup. It will be a delight to read and become familiar with your poems in the future. As for now, I will greet you with the same smile others passed when I first joined the soup. Wishing you and your poetry the best. I hope you get to meet all the nice poets around here STARTING with me- SKAT :) Drop a hello and tell me a little about yourself if you wish. I would like to be your newest poetry soup "FRIEND" Hugs **YNR - SKAT
Logan Avatar
September 9, 2016 at 9:51 AM
Thank you Skat, glad to meet you. I'm a Scot, retired electronics engineer. JW with an interest in history, the bible and poetry. I'm something of a loner with a love for people.
A   Avatar
September 9, 2016 at 2:43 AM
Nice letter, Keith, Welcome to Poetry soup, I hope you enjoy the community. Here, you will find friendly poets who enjoy supporting one another. I myself, enjoy reading and commenting those who want to be read. The only time I give constructive criticism is when a poet desires it. However, if for some reason the poem is not my field I will guide you to someone who is more qualified than I. Stop by and read one of my poems if you like. My poems are not perfect, but I have a feeling you might like one. I encourage you to check out the contest page and read to receive comments. Tell me a little about your poetic skills if you like. It will be my pleasure to follow and read every poem you post from here on :) We are Lucky To Have you. Your New Poet Friend @-> LINDA <-@
Logan Avatar
September 9, 2016 at 4:05 AM
PS: Thank you for your warm greeting. I hope to be able to find a niche here.
Logan Avatar
September 9, 2016 at 4:03 AM
I see no point in displaying a poem if I was not always ready to take (and hopefully to give) constructive criticism. How else are we to grow?
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