Out My Window

"To look at the world without purpose is to stare into space"

The morning's lambent light illuminates my window
and daubs shadows on its sill, from the leaves of trees,
that rise and fall when disturbed by the wind.
This hole in my wall is where I escape,
to welcome the coming of dawn.
I will sit quietly and contemplate while being a witness,
to where my eyes are drawn.
This morning the grass is covered in dew,
it sparkles and glistens from dawn's first light.
I watch its soft glow wash across the wet grass
and welcome a new day that appears bright.
With my window open I can feel the breeze.
My thoughts become peaceful and at ease.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2023

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Empress Avatar
August 17, 2023 at 8:10 PM
I love the rhyme here and rhythm of imagery flowing throughout. So descriptive and beautiful for the theme.it sparkles and glistens…. Ah something about the way this is written would make any readers heart warm . Love it for the prompt
One Avatar
August 17, 2023 at 9:16 AM
So great to read you today...your words really create vivid imagery and took me to the the scene you wanted to portray... you used this prompt very well
Bowring Avatar
August 15, 2023 at 2:40 PM
Gorgeous poem Frederic. So well written. This lovely poem reminds me of why I love observing from a window and appreciating the simple things in life. Thank you for sharing.
Andresen Avatar
August 15, 2023 at 8:00 AM
- I was looking for your entry for the letter W ... but, found this lovely poem instead ... a wonderful view in your window, Frederic - Best wishes in the contest :) - hugs
Parker Avatar
August 15, 2023 at 11:19 AM
Thank you, Ann, I didn't enter one in that contest
Rolland Avatar
August 14, 2023 at 3:56 PM
beautiful, i love looking at without purpose, thanks for the emotionnal painting
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