Evening Orison

Beneath the candles of the sky
I find my altar brown
The cushions damp upon the ground
And for leafless ceiling sigh
Against this its vain to pray
The climate constant change 
Yet is my custom at end of day
To thank him for the strange
Copyright © | Year Posted 2009

Poem

Post Comments

Poetrysoup is an environment of encouragement and growth so only provide specific positive comments that indicate what you appreciate about the poem. Negative comments will result your account being banned.

Please Login to post a comment

Be the first to comment on this poem. Encourage this poet.

Get a Premium Membership
Turn off ads, get more exposure for your poetry, and get more features with a Premium Membership.
Book: Diverse Voices: The Poetry of Human Rights and the Pursuit of Peace