Listen To the Sun

Ignorance is bliss or so they say
But I was enlightened in a colorful way
In a silent conversation with our old friend
The sun told me this at yesterdays' end
He was glowing dark red in an angry display
For the constant pollution while we worked and played
Blended red and yellow showing orange disgust
A colorful sign of his negative distrust
Then passionate red for the love he shares
An approving gesture he thinks we still care
His friendship was kissed with a touch of pink
Reminding us all to stop and think
A moody dark purple of sadness and gloom
Fair warning try harder or we'll all be doomed
Then splashes light purple for days gone by 
Feeling nostalgic for clear blue skies
As his dark blue of power turned to black
Leaving hope for tomorrow that he'd be back
Now that I've told you of all I have learned
Don't you think we should all be more seriously concerned
If you don't believe me and still wear a frown
Then tomorrow just listen as the sun goes down



    an original poem by the "poemdog"  Daniel Turner
Copyright © | Year Posted 2016

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Robinson Jr. Avatar
July 1, 2017 at 9:51 AM
You outdid yourself with this hip, flowing write, Poemdog. Such a cool, creative poem. I really dig this one. And I learned something too ... got a bonus, who knew. You got so much talent oozing out of your golden pen, my friend. Love and peace always and forever.
Turner Avatar
July 1, 2017 at 10:03 AM
Thank you, Freddie. You are too kind:)
Raina Avatar
August 17, 2016 at 2:25 PM
Very nice imagination...Daniel, I liked the way you described the colours... especially the two lines "As his dark blue of power turned to black....Leaving hope for tomorrow that he'd be back"....beautiful.
Turner Avatar
August 17, 2016 at 2:28 PM
Thank you Meenakshi. I had to research what all of the colors meant but it was a fun write. It pleases me immensely that you took the time to read. I am glad you liked it.
Cronin Avatar
January 27, 2016 at 9:42 PM
Really fantastic! So Nice!
Turner Avatar
January 27, 2016 at 9:48 PM
Thank you, Jeannie, I appreciate you reading and commenting.
Bickerstaffe Avatar
January 27, 2016 at 12:36 PM
Well done my friend... deft couplet rhyming and smooth flow. We take her for granted simply because she is always there... until. Best wishes, Keith
Turner Avatar
January 27, 2016 at 1:05 PM
Thank you my friend. I value your opinion.
Pinet Avatar
January 27, 2016 at 8:29 AM
Your words where enchanting and you pulled off a great bit of poetry here with a deeper meaning submerged within their wisdom. Emile.
Turner Avatar
January 27, 2016 at 8:33 AM
Thank you for your kind words and insight. I'm honored by your visit.
Cwiak Avatar
January 26, 2016 at 8:00 PM
I could not agree more with S O's comment. This is very well written, the flow, the rhyme, and the subtle message you are giving us in not so subtle a way. Love it!
Turner Avatar
January 26, 2016 at 8:14 PM
Thank you for your support. I appreciate you taking the time to read and comment.
May Avatar
January 26, 2016 at 4:50 PM
Beautifully penned...best wishes
Turner Avatar
January 26, 2016 at 4:56 PM
Thank you , Joseph. I appreciate your kind words and you taking the time to read and comment.
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