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Sentinels Rose To the Sky

On a lowland moor, waved a sea of green Pastoral gardens, peaceful and serene Ocher blossoms, kissed by the sun were posing for a painting I 'd begun In this placid glen, nature's beauty reigned Captured with brush before sunlight waned Cornwall's grey sentinels rose to the sky Granite cliffs worthy for artists to descry I scaled a mountain to glimpse the sea Humility washed in waves over me Fingers of foam fondled the sandy shore T'is a regal place I'll visit once more In the valley my canvas came alive Nature's beauty, my eyes did not deprive Filled with regret when dusk stole my light I painted from memory, into the night

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Emile Pinet

Date: 5/5/2017 1:40:00 PM

This is a beautiful story, laid out well and described with feeling, written from the heart with the eye and soul of an artist. Emile.

Lin Lane
Date: 6/10/2017 2:57:00 PM

Thank you, Emile. I'm replying to your comment with a paintbrush in my teeth and green fingertips. I attempt to call myself an artist and a poet.

Ilene Bauer

Date: 5/4/2017 4:20:00 PM

beautiful imagery, lin! i love the ending, too, picturing someone painting as the light dims...

Lin Lane
Date: 5/5/2017 12:07:00 PM

Thanks so much, Ilene. I'm happy that you pictured the scene.

Eye Truth-Teller

Date: 5/4/2017 1:42:00 PM

great dear poet

Lin Lane
Date: 5/4/2017 2:37:00 PM

Thank you, truthful poet.

Maurice Yvonne

Date: 5/4/2017 9:46:00 AM

Gorgeous, stunning, beautiful, great poetry. Lots Of Love armand.

Lin Lane
Date: 5/4/2017 11:46:00 AM

Your accolades honor the painting that was the impetus more than I should take credit for being given. Thank you, friend.

Anne-Marie Coreggia

Date: 5/4/2017 9:31:00 AM

Lin, you created both an enchanting poem and an enchanting sight that even the night couldn't dispel because your words literally cast a spell. A 7:) Amitiés

Lin Lane
Date: 5/4/2017 11:45:00 AM

I saw a painting of the valley I used for inspiration in writing this one. It was of the Cornwall coast and was truly magnificent. So I imagined myself painting the scene and climbing the mountain. Thank you very much, Anne-Marie.

Jan Allison

Date: 5/4/2017 9:00:00 AM

Wow Lin what awesome imagery and flow you really have made the canvas come alive before our eyes - I have never tried this form and now I may be tempted!:-) hugs Jan xx

Lin Lane
Date: 5/4/2017 11:43:00 AM

You MUST try it, Jan. It gives such freedom of expression to tell what the mind's eye sees. Thank you.

Hannah Borke

Date: 5/4/2017 8:01:00 AM

Wow! How do these geniuses keep on doing it. The descriptions are perfect every time and yet they don't run out. I'm new to this site and am astounded by what the poets are capable of.

Lin Lane
Date: 5/4/2017 11:42:00 AM

I'm glad that you took time to read me. Thank you very much, Hannah. There are many talented poets on the site.

Tim Smith

Date: 5/4/2017 7:59:00 AM

Terrific Lin...I was right there? with you the whole time.

Lin Lane
Date: 5/4/2017 11:41:00 AM

I'm so glad you came along to enjoy the day with me, Tim. Thank you!

Chris Green

Date: 5/4/2017 7:32:00 AM

You sure do paint with words beautifully my friend. This is one of those poems where no image is needed because the scene created with your words is beautiful than any graphic could show.

Lin Lane
Date: 5/4/2017 7:39:00 AM

Your welcomed comments do great honor to this one, Chris. With sincere thanks ~ Lin.