St Paul's Cathedral

A solitary wren perches on a perfect arch
And warbles a pitiful tune 
A domed silhouette is cast against the moon
The faded cerulean crown

Pillar upon pillar, arch upon arch
Magnolia marbled magnificence resides amongst concrete 
But where history and metropolis meet
St Paul's stands tall

The Whispering Gallery conspires your name
In such a harmonious chorus 
Oil upon canvas and Renaissance clay
St Paul's stands another day

Great Tom shines in solitude 
Concealed in your embrace 
Melancholic chimes reign proudly over London 
Admiration and pride etched onto your face.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2020

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Agustin Avatar
December 30, 2025 at 11:43 PM
Thanks for sharing this... exposing your thoughts through your unique poetic style. Meanwhile, I greet you with the love of the Lord, expressed by John 3:16 of the Bible, "For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life." Be blessed.
Kauffman Avatar
January 15, 2020 at 6:13 PM
Freya, You so wonderfully describe one of my favorite places in London! Congratulations on your placement.
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