Rays of the Beacon

R-ays of the beacon delight 
E-agerly your heart and mind; 
Y-our eyes see no twilight, 
N-ight is just left behind. 
A-s the sun sets things aright, 
L-ight above guides the blind; 
D-awn breaks at the horizon 
O-f the rays of the beacon. 

Topic: Birthday of Reynaldo Mercado (April 24) 
Form: Acrostic Ottava Rima
Copyright © | Year Posted 2018

Poem

Post Comments

Poetrysoup is an environment of encouragement and growth so only provide specific positive comments that indicate what you appreciate about the poem. Negative comments will result your account being banned.

Please Login to post a comment

Be the first to comment on this poem. Encourage this poet.

Get a Premium Membership
Turn off ads, get more exposure for your poetry, and get more features with a Premium Membership.
Book: Diverse Voices: The Poetry of Human Rights and the Pursuit of Peace