Laura Leiser Poet Free verse

Keeping Watch

The crimson line of a fiery sunset 
settles over pillows of billowing clouds 
a last flicker of heaven, showcased
before darkness engulfs the stage
while the ever watchful eyes of angels
spread their wings over sleeping babes.












10/18/2022

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Sara Kendrick December 18, 2022 at 2:45 AM Ahhh!! I can feel the calm in the ending lines. I am glad that I chose this one to read today. Thanks for sharing and for dropping by my page. Sara Laura Leiser December 18, 2022 at 8:54 PM Thank you, Sara! I’m so encouraged by your kind comments! :)

Gary Radice November 16, 2022 at 3:16 AM A wonderful write Laura. I particularly like "a last flicker of heaven, showcased before darkness engulfs the stage" Cheers - Gary Laura Leiser November 18, 2022 at 10:46 AM Thank you for commenting, Gary! Happy you liked this one! :)

Line Gauthier October 21, 2022 at 3:38 PM beautiful ~ Laura Leiser October 22, 2022 at 1:44 PM Thank you, Line. I’m glad you enjoyed this one! :)

Michelle Faulkner October 21, 2022 at 1:03 PM Beautiful feeling of peace as night settles over day ~ Laura Leiser October 22, 2022 at 1:43 PM Thank you, Michelle, for your kind comments! :)

Janis Medders Tobechi October 21, 2022 at 7:24 AM Love it, finely done. Laura Leiser October 21, 2022 at 9:39 AM Thank you, Janis. So glad you enjoyed this! :)

Eve Roper October 18, 2022 at 6:58 PM Yes, watchful eyes of angels. Laura, great imagery in your verse. Sending you blessings and a warm hug Laura Leiser October 18, 2022 at 9:07 PM Thank you, sweet Eve! I’m happy you enjoyed this! :)