Resolve

Swallows flit and dart, the glow of evening 
settles o'er the fields, the day is fading; 
sunset gilds the sky with glorious luster, 
vibrant reds and golds, and softer shading. 
Lamps are lit, the countryside is flickering 
in candlelight, the cows are coming home; 
peacefulness descends in waves of twilight, 
the animals are safe, no need to roam. 
Horses tethered to their posts are waiting 
for the exertions of the days ahead; 
farmers partake, extinguish their candles 
to darkness, and then take themselves to bed 
   to pray for courage to endure their toil, 
   the hours they spend in harness to the soil.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2015

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Bauer Avatar
July 2, 2015 at 12:51 PM
this is a masterful sonnet, keith! you've created such a vibrant mood of evening that i feel like climbing into a cozy bed with a thick comforter right now!
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July 2, 2015 at 9:35 PM
Thank you Ilene! Your kind words are much appreciated. Keith
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