Viv Wigley Poet Sonnet

November Sunrise- Three Choices

A silence all pervading, nothing moves,
the gentle hiss I hear is in my head
like record stylus placed into the groove.
Clouds form the upper circle overhead.
Orchestra tunes up in the nearby trees,
Blackbird and brace of Magpies, two for joy,
blue safety curtain draws back by degrees
a scarlet backdrop from the ground deploys.
The star takes to the stage with no applause
 rising at the speed of summer flowers
white whispy fingers climb as ground frost thaws,
spotlights on cobwebs sparkle in the bower.

Nature murmurs quietly in the wings
new day, a new performance, Blackbird sings.

For 'Three choices...' contest, sponsor Sara Kendrick

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Sara Kendrick December 22, 2016 at 10:18 AM Your choice from the five choices is an excellent one in my book..I was so delighted to read your poem..Thanks for the entry in my contest your participation was encouraging and uplifting to me..Congrats on your placement..Sara

Charlie Smith December 19, 2016 at 12:03 PM Terrific sonnet Viv, congratulations...

Darren White December 19, 2016 at 1:57 AM Love the 'white whispy fingers climb as ground frost thaws'. That is such beautiful imagery. And I love those very early mornings when I am alone and nature slowly wakes, I am an early bird. Congratulations :)

Robert Lindley December 11, 2016 at 8:19 AM To me this is an exceptional sonnet. Such vivid imagery and smooth flowing stream in the depths of Nature's awesome landscapes. Adding to my fav list and this was a true pleasure to read my friend.. Viv Wigley December 14, 2016 at 12:55 AM Thank you Robert, always a pleasure to hear from you. Regards, Viv

Jean Murray November 19, 2016 at 4:29 PM There is so much to think about here. My favourite line is "like record stylus placed into the groove". Straight away I could hear it again. Let's dance! Viv Wigley November 19, 2016 at 9:25 PM You lead, Jean. Oh, and Wear boots with steel toecaps x

Andrea Dietrich November 17, 2016 at 7:23 PM I was trying to think What are the three choices? And then I realized you were doing that contest of Sara's. Yes, I Have done that one too, just not posted it. I think you did it marvelously. Viv Wigley November 19, 2016 at 9:26 PM Thanks. Andrea, I'll watch out for yours x

Arthur Vaso November 16, 2016 at 10:06 PM Viv I loved the the imagery and descriptions of nature, a beautiful poem! Viv Wigley November 19, 2016 at 9:27 PM Cheers, Arthur. Regards, viv

Joanna Daniel November 16, 2016 at 10:23 AM Oh, this is beyond beautiful, Viv, simply outstanding:) sure to win:) a 10 from me:)

Daniel Turner November 16, 2016 at 9:14 AM A beautiful sonnet Viv. I love it!

Paloma P November 16, 2016 at 7:10 AM I adore anything Magpie, par excellence Viv. 'like record stylus placed into the groove', wish I would have thought of that. Good luck.

Anne-Lise Andresen November 16, 2016 at 3:43 AM - A truly beautiful sonnet, Viv !! - A great choice for the contest ... a winning poem, I'm sure :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :) Viv Wigley November 16, 2016 at 6:08 AM Nearly as lovely as you, Anne-Lise. Takk, Viv x

Jan Allison November 16, 2016 at 3:36 AM It's hard to find the words to say how beautiful this is Viv - you have a standing ovation from me BRAVO BRAVO:-) into my faves:-) Viv Wigley November 16, 2016 at 6:07 AM Thanks, Jan, we've had some lovely sunrises here in the past few days. I'm sure that, with your coastal backdrop, you haven't been outdone either. Viv x (thanks for the fave, too x)

White Wolf November 16, 2016 at 1:22 AM This is really good, I love it! Viv Wigley November 16, 2016 at 1:26 AM Thank you, Rick glad you liked it. Regards, Viv