Stairway To the Stars

Stars like stalactites, suspended in a sapphire sky
Tremble on a satin tapestry
As I ascend, awe-struck,
Into their icy incandescent light.
Resplendence enwraps me as I
Wend my way through a white-hot
Astral arc,
Yearning for something just beyond my grasp. . . . 

Treasures await me.
Of that I am sure.

Tails of argent comets swiftly pass me as I climb new
Heavenly heights in hushed
Expectation.

Surging past the shimmering rings of Saturn, I see in the distance a
Throne of gold set in a taffeta tableau; the stars behind me now
Appear as small glowing asterisks.
Reaching transcendence, I
Sparkle.

written 2/19/12

Inspired by "Stairway To the Stars" Poetry Contest
of  Linda-Marie The Sweetheart of P.S
Copyright © | Year Posted 2012

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Johnson Avatar
June 28, 2012 at 11:49 AM
A naked night vision of cosmic delight. Desended from heaven, a magical sight. Went streaking across the sky's up above. Was it Micheal Jackson with his sparklely glove?
Maverick Avatar
February 28, 2012 at 4:42 PM
Congratulations Andrea, on the win in Linda-Maries contest.. very good imagery indeed...)
Brown Avatar
February 27, 2012 at 5:09 AM
Congratulations on your win in Linda-Marie's "Stairway To The Stars" contest Andrea. Love Carol
Rozario Avatar
February 26, 2012 at 9:54 AM
Congrats Andrea...this is just beautiful. (and thanks for commenting on my poems too and yeah what you see is real..:) ).
Poet Avatar
February 26, 2012 at 3:57 AM
This one is really awesome Andrea.I thought it would get 1st place.Congrats on your win!
Tams The Golden Girl Avatar
February 26, 2012 at 2:59 AM
Congratulations Andrea, sparkling, enjoyed this well done xx
Sweetheart Avatar
February 25, 2012 at 4:00 PM
Congrats Andrea on sweet success for this elegant entry luv and thankxx for constant support...
Devnath  Avatar
February 25, 2012 at 9:23 AM
You are shining like a bright star.. Very sweet poem of beyond the stars. Best wishes always, bl
Sweetheart Avatar
February 21, 2012 at 9:06 PM
thankxx Andrea for supporting my contest.. hope u had fun with it.. good luck .. am sure I will be utterly mesmerized with your creativity.. oh yes..
Horne Avatar
February 21, 2012 at 2:24 PM
Yes, I agree with Phyll - awesome!
Babcock Avatar
February 20, 2012 at 3:54 PM
Awesome write on this poem. love phyl
Falotico Avatar
February 20, 2012 at 3:30 PM
A excellent piece with or without contest. So you like Painted Raindrops more. ? "With Poetic Talk" took an hour to write and "Painted Raindrops" about 5 min lol. Go figure. Thanks Hun. Luv Michael
Austin Avatar
February 20, 2012 at 2:26 PM
Great meditation. Would like to know your mantra. Luck in the contest. Love, daver
Clark Avatar
February 20, 2012 at 8:07 AM
Brautiful Acrostic
Chircop Avatar
February 20, 2012 at 2:19 AM
Woww.......I can pick up the stars with my hands here... beautiful acrostic dear dear Andie :)
A   Avatar
February 19, 2012 at 8:42 PM
YES.. YES..ME TOOO... IF YOU ARE STILL ON... STOP BY MY NEWEST BLOG... I'M REALLY LOGGING OFF RIGHT NOW.... REALLY I AM... GOOD NIGHT... TA TA..UNTIL TOMORROW...ALWAYS..PD
Goller Avatar
February 19, 2012 at 8:34 PM
That's a beautiful poem, looks like a winner to me.Good luck. God bless you. Hugs!Erich
Horne Avatar
February 19, 2012 at 3:39 PM
Beautiful piece, my friend. I just read this one several times. Thanks very much - loved your contest and, of course, many congrats on your wins : )
Merryman Avatar
February 19, 2012 at 1:24 PM
Magnificent write, Andrea. A perfect choice of words. Best wishes in the contest. Love, Kim
A   Avatar
February 19, 2012 at 1:05 PM
very cool acrostic ~always p.d.
Neels Avatar
February 19, 2012 at 1:02 PM
A stunner for sure Andrea, I just love this visual beauty.. wishing you the best for Linda's contest :) love Wilma
Williams Avatar
February 19, 2012 at 12:56 PM
Oh heavenly Angel the stars are not behind you, they twinkle in your eyes....good luck..David
Poet Avatar
February 19, 2012 at 12:25 PM
WOW!!A chart topper here Andrea.Love it!!
Fraser Avatar
February 19, 2012 at 9:32 AM
Andrea, you have taken the Acrostic to new heights with this starry gem. Good luck in the contest, and have a lovely Sunday :)
Butterfly Avatar
February 19, 2012 at 7:53 AM
This is really beautiful Andrea. Best of luck in the contest, thanks for all your comments and support.
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