Carolyn Devonshire Poet Free verse

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Illuminations

of

Wonder

and

Warmth

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

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L. J. Carber November 19, 2020 at 7:18 AM Quite lovely and evocative--and true, thee personality is immortal, and love never ceases...a beautiful testament to your love

Elaine George September 10, 2020 at 6:38 AM Awesomely beautiful in every way...and so deserving of the winning trophy. ~ Elaine

Paula Goldsmith August 14, 2020 at 10:34 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...............

Jack Horne August 13, 2020 at 12:11 PM this really is sooo good, hon - so glad to see it was a winner in a contest

Andrea Dietrich August 8, 2020 at 4:14 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.

Joanna Daniel June 24, 2020 at 2:45 AM A brilliant poem that shines in its light and hope, congratulations on your win, Carolyn:)

Paghunda Zahid June 15, 2020 at 1:41 PM So beautiful, so hopeful.

Richard Lamoureux June 7, 2020 at 7:17 AM Wow, this is so beautiful and hopeful. I can see why it was chosen. A belated congratulations.

Paul Callus May 30, 2020 at 3:12 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

Darlene De Beaulieu May 18, 2020 at 1:55 PM Hello Carolyn Devonahire, wow! A super great poem. Enjoy your day my friend.

James Peranteau May 13, 2020 at 8:04 AM 2 Corinthians 12:4 i believe i pray for your believe sweet dreams to you...much love, james

Connie Marcum Wong May 4, 2020 at 5:10 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

JC Brul April 13, 2020 at 7:21 AM This poem left me breathless! Wonderfully woven. I love this treasure.

Susan Ashley April 9, 2020 at 3:59 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

M. L. Kiser April 8, 2020 at 9:54 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".

Gershon Wolf April 4, 2020 at 9:48 PM Congrats on your win with this starlit write that's lit up my night, Carolyn Cheers and Good Cheer, Gershon

Paul Marc April 2, 2020 at 12:09 AM Looking to the stars above and within ~ such a touching poem filled with love. Congratulations on your well deserved trophy win!

Jack Horne April 1, 2020 at 1:53 PM so glad to see this beautiful poem was a winner - love it x Carolyn Devonshire April 2, 2020 at 12:50 PM Thanks for reading.

John Watt April 1, 2020 at 11:56 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 Carolyn Devonshire April 2, 2020 at 12:51 PM Thank you, John. I always think of my husband when I look up at the stars.

John Watt April 1, 2020 at 11:55 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

Jc Hawkens March 29, 2020 at 8:27 AM Beautifully written poem. A pure joy to read the heart felt sentiment. Thank you for sharing. JC Hawkens

Quoth Theraven March 28, 2020 at 12:52 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

Jennifer Proxenos March 27, 2020 at 1:21 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.

Vladislav Raven March 23, 2020 at 5:02 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

Beata Agustin March 23, 2020 at 3:14 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.

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