Fleeting

There is a brilliant sun setting on the horizon. 
I wipe tears from my eyes, and watch in a strange sense of awe. 
The sun kisses everything with it’s radiating beams 
and then disappears from view. 
It reminds me that, 
like many things in life, 
these serenely beautiful moments are often fleeting.
Words are left unsaid, moments forgotten, lives lost.
But, in those quiet moments, 
when I feel the sun's warmth on my face, 
I know you're sending me a smile and lighting up my life, once again.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2013

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Pettit Avatar
August 22, 2013 at 10:02 AM
After the sun sets, it's time for the other side of the world to experience the light and warmth. Sunsets can be pretty, and you have described them well here.
A  Avatar
August 21, 2013 at 6:42 PM
an elegant write you have here there are soothing moments we all should just embrace with our hearts and know we are loved, enjoyed your write, LUV S.K.A.T.
Neels Avatar
August 21, 2013 at 7:28 AM
This is a beauty Rachel, love how you expressed your emotions in this gem. You had me all smiles with your last line :) tc Wilma
Carroll Avatar
August 20, 2013 at 7:05 PM
Hi Rachel. A moving and heartfelt write.. Regards, Ken
Kendrick Avatar
August 20, 2013 at 4:16 PM
Ahh!! Enjoyed reading your creative work..I am glad that I chose this one to read today...Your visit was uplifting..Sara
Tacito Avatar
August 20, 2013 at 3:22 PM
This hit me hard as this could relate to love, family, etc. You expressed yourself strongly & honestly in this writing. Great work!
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