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Illuminations of Wonder and Warmth

from the sky’s black velvet cloak
points of light emanate 
drawing the wonder of all who see

but are these sequin stars
or tears in the fabric of heaven
from which our lost loved ones look down
smiling to let us know they are happy

one special star
reveals a most welcome sight –
the face of my husband

after all these years,
John remains ever loving 
ever watching over me

view the night sky
are we seeing distant, fiery orbs of light
or do our hearts see something else

fear of the afterlife is replaced by warmth
a desire to be among 
illuminated faces… 
those whose journeys have ended




Written March 21, 2020

Copyright © Carolyn Devonshire | Year Posted 2020

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L. J. Carber Date: 11/19/2020 7:18:00 AM Quite lovely and evocative--and true, thee personality is immortal, and love never ceases...a beautiful testament to your love Login to Reply

Elaine George Date: 9/10/2020 6:38:00 AM Awesomely beautiful in every way...and so deserving of the winning trophy. ~ Elaine Login to Reply

Paula Goldsmith Date: 8/14/2020 10:34:00 AM WOW!!! How did I miss this wonderful/heavenly write???? Love the poem and picture. Congratulation on your wonderful win. Enjoy your day writing away............... Login to Reply

Jack Horne Date: 8/13/2020 12:11:00 PM this really is sooo good, hon - so glad to see it was a winner in a contest Login to Reply

Andrea Dietrich Date: 8/8/2020 4:14:00 PM wow, Carolyn. this is SO good. I can't believe I ever missed it. And I see it got a trophy too!! Congrats. A fave for me. We cannot fear death. It will only bring us to the light of those we lost. Login to Reply

Joanna Daniel Date: 6/24/2020 2:45:00 AM A brilliant poem that shines in its light and hope, congratulations on your win, Carolyn:) Login to Reply

Paghunda Zahid Date: 6/15/2020 1:41:00 PM So beautiful, so hopeful. Login to Reply

Richard Lamoureux Date: 6/7/2020 7:17:00 AM Wow, this is so beautiful and hopeful. I can see why it was chosen. A belated congratulations. Login to Reply

Paul Callus Date: 5/30/2020 3:12:00 PM I can't believe I missed reading this beautiful poem, Carolyn..it is indeed inspired and illuminating! Death of our loved ones can leave such a big void in our life, but there is the consolation that one day we'll be reunited ina better place. This certainly deserves to go to my favs. Congratulations on your glittering trophy award! Hugs // paul Login to Reply

Darlene De Beaulieu Date: 5/18/2020 1:55:00 PM Hello Carolyn Devonahire, wow! A super great poem. Enjoy your day my friend. Login to Reply

James Peranteau Date: 5/13/2020 8:04:00 AM 2 Corinthians 12:4 i believe i pray for your believe sweet dreams to you...much love, james Login to Reply

Connie Marcum Wong Date: 5/4/2020 5:10:00 PM Wow Carolyn, this poem is incredibly beautiful! I am putting it into my Faves! I can see why it won a trophy. Congratulations! xxoo Login to Reply

JCB Brul Date: 4/13/2020 7:21:00 AM This poem left me breathless! Wonderfully woven. I love this treasure. Login to Reply

Susan Ashley Date: 4/9/2020 3:59:00 PM Carolyn, the beauty of your poem moves me in a wonderfully emotional way. Your magical and thought-provoking imagery is spectacular to one's imagination, but especially to one's heart. An enchanting masterwork, truly. Congratulations on your well-deserved trophy win, dear poetess. Warmest wishes always.. ~Susan Login to Reply

M. L. Kiser Date: 4/8/2020 9:54:00 PM Beautiful, love "but are these sequin stars or tears in the fabric of heaven from which our lost loved ones look down smiling to let us know they are happy". Login to Reply

Gershon Wolf Date: 4/4/2020 9:48:00 PM Congrats on your win with this starlit write that's lit up my night, Carolyn Cheers and Good Cheer, Gershon Login to Reply

P.M. Richter Date: 4/2/2020 12:09:00 AM Looking to the stars above and within ~ such a touching poem filled with love. Congratulations on your well deserved trophy win! Login to Reply

Jack Horne Date: 4/1/2020 1:53:00 PM so glad to see this beautiful poem was a winner - love it x Login to Reply Carolyn Devonshire Date: 4/2/2020 12:50:00 PM Thanks for reading.

John Watt Date: 4/1/2020 11:56:00 AM The stars lift our eyes upward and give us comfort in the absence of our loved ones. The knowledge that they looked upon those same stars brings a smile. Your husband's enduring love is well represented here, Carolyn. I enjoyed this touching poem very much, and wish you congratulations on the well-deserved #1 placement ~ John Login to Reply Carolyn Devonshire Date: 4/2/2020 12:51:00 PM Thank you, John. I always think of my husband when I look up at the stars.

John Watt Date: 4/1/2020 11:55:00 AM The stars lift our eyes upward and give us comfort in the absence of our loved ones. The knowledge that they looked upon those same stars brings a smile. Your husband's enduring love is well represented here, Carolyn. I enjoyed this touching poem very much, and wish you congratulations on the well-deserved #1 placement ~ John Login to Reply

Jc Hawkens Date: 3/29/2020 8:27:00 AM Beautifully written poem. A pure joy to read the heart felt sentiment. Thank you for sharing. JC Hawkens Login to Reply

Quoth Theraven Date: 3/28/2020 12:52:00 PM Carolyn, The beliefs we hold.,often all we have to replace the hands we used to. Wonder and warmth in your stars so vividly told. I too choose to believe. -Richard Login to Reply

Jennifer Proxenos Date: 3/27/2020 1:21:00 AM This Corona Virus has made us think of death as a journey to loved ones who are waiting for us, but i don't feel ready to go yet - however that will be God's choice. Congratulations my dear friend for a breathtaking poem and the trophy won. Love and hugs, Jennifer. Login to Reply

Vladislav Raven Date: 3/23/2020 5:02:00 PM Hi Carolyn, perfection, painted by such wonderful words gentle grace. This piece is such a joy to read. It does surely bring peace to the soul. You paint such a Heavenly vision on the canvas of the mind. Your poem is such a pleasure to read. A definite Fav. Stay safe, Carolyn. Have a wonderful Monday. Hugs....Mike. XX Login to Reply

Beata Agustin Date: 3/23/2020 3:14:00 AM Wow! Congrats! Thanks for sharing this piece in your awesome poetic style with these picturesque words:" but are these sequin stars or tears in the fabric of heaven..." God bless you. Login to Reply

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