Summer Lace

The shadows fall like summer lace
       Through palm trees fluttered in the sun
The soft caress of dawning breeze
                      Invites my senses to be spun

With every step in wonderland
                 The crystal blues of morning sky
Intend to lift my feet, as they              
                         Await for me to learn to fly

As day begins a brand new page
                  On which to write another verse
My mind, as one with nature’s love
                      Takes off, creation to traverse

For what, with song of daybreak’s dove
               Could keep a soul to tethered rein
When ecstasy of rainbow’s hue
                  Can heal the most defining pain

As shadows fall like summer lace
                    To bless my path in fauna’s art
I’m open to a whole new world 
           With thoughts of love to fill my heart
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De Beaulieu Avatar
December 9, 2025 at 12:25 PM
Hello M ike, This poem got P.O,T.D. i am glad it did. A beautiful poem you created. Happy Tuesday. /Darlene/
De Beaulieu Avatar
December 12, 2025 at 9:32 AM
Hello Mike, I enjoyed to read this poem Mike. have a nice day my friend. xxxx-oooo /Darlene/
Gentile Avatar
December 12, 2025 at 5:36 AM
Thank you Darlene!!
Bowring Avatar
September 21, 2023 at 10:58 AM
This is absolutely gorgeous Mike.Love the title! Such beautiful flow and perfect rhymes. Wonderful, poetic lines throughout,’ The soft caress of dawning breeze’, ‘When ecstasy of rainbow’s hue’. Such a tranquil read. Loved it! :):)
Gentile Avatar
September 21, 2023 at 2:55 PM
Christina, thank you so much , I am so happy you liked it! It is one my faves that I’ve ever written!!
John Avatar
August 23, 2022 at 4:27 AM
Shadows falling, your senses, rainbow and a whole new world. Such thought-provoking, er, thoughts. I rather like this one, Mike.
Gentile Avatar
August 23, 2022 at 5:28 AM
Thank you so much Andrew !!
Kitchen Avatar
August 18, 2022 at 7:25 AM
Lovely poem well expressed, Tim
Gentile Avatar
August 18, 2022 at 11:55 AM
Thanks so much Tim!
Peck Avatar
August 11, 2022 at 8:48 AM
This is such a lovely, gentle poem, it made my day seem brighter. I'm faving.
Gentile Avatar
August 12, 2022 at 4:37 AM
Ann, I am so glad that it resonated with you! Thank you so much xxoo
Sowmyanarayanan Avatar
August 9, 2022 at 6:43 AM
Lovely poem. Sharing this on twitter today, as Tuesday is share a post day on poetry soup.
Gentile Avatar
August 9, 2022 at 7:53 AM
Thanks so much, that is so nice!!!
Watt Avatar
August 8, 2022 at 9:04 AM
Mike, you've described so many of nature's sensory delights that lift the spirit and send it soaring to the heights: the rainbow's hue, daybreak's dove, the breeze's caress, and my favorite - shadows that fall like summer lace. Magnificent writing, so original and uplifting, a Fav for me. Congrats for your POTD honor, hope you are enjoying your day ~ John
Gentile Avatar
August 8, 2022 at 9:20 AM
Thank you so much John, I am so flattered that you like it! Happy Monday !
Kulkarni Avatar
July 30, 2022 at 11:34 AM
Absolutely uplifting and very truthful poem you have for us Mike!! Loved it! Thank you so much your summer lace!
Gentile Avatar
July 30, 2022 at 12:27 PM
Smita, thank you so much for your kind words!! Happy Saturday!!!
Seeker Avatar
July 26, 2022 at 9:27 PM
Already marked as fave earlier on ~ Congrats in your win in Brian’s contest, Mike!
Gentile Avatar
July 27, 2022 at 4:35 AM
Thanks again Seeker friend!!
Canerdy Avatar
July 26, 2022 at 3:41 PM
Mike, this is a masterpiece. I smiled all the way thought this vividly descriptive, appealing poem. CONGRATS on your win! Janice
Gentile Avatar
July 27, 2022 at 4:34 AM
Janice, thank you so much for your kind and generous words, I am so glad that you liked it xxoo
Marcum Wong Avatar
July 24, 2022 at 11:17 PM
I just Faved this beauty Mike. Every artful line impresses and defines the poet in you my friend. I absolutely loved this gorgeous poem! Congratulations on having it honored for POTD! Blessings xxoo
Gentile Avatar
July 25, 2022 at 4:05 AM
That's so nice, thank you so much Connie xxoo
Meadows Avatar
July 23, 2022 at 11:40 PM
Congratulations on your POTD. Well done.
Gentile Avatar
July 24, 2022 at 4:28 AM
Thank you so much Jeanette !!!
Wolf Avatar
July 23, 2022 at 7:55 PM
Mike, congrats on POTD for this gentle, delicate write. Happiness and Lace, Gershon
Gentile Avatar
July 24, 2022 at 4:28 AM
Thanks so much GW, Happy Sunday!!!!
Nicole Avatar
July 23, 2022 at 5:48 PM
On this beautiful summer day, your words shine even brighter than the sun. Congratulations Mike, on Poem of the Day. My best to you. :) Hugs, Brandy
Gentile Avatar
July 24, 2022 at 4:27 AM
So sweet are your words Brandy, thank you xxoo
Ray Choudhury Avatar
July 23, 2022 at 3:40 PM
Congratulations, Mike, on your POTD honour. "The shadows fall like summer lace" - the opening line prepares the readers for a wonderful experience! Your descriptive imageries are outstanding, Mike - really flowing and lyrical. A Fave for me. Best wishes ~ Mala
Gentile Avatar
July 24, 2022 at 4:26 AM
I am so glad that you liked it Malabika!!! Thank you so much!
Lawless Avatar
July 23, 2022 at 3:24 PM
WOW!!!! DOUBLE WOW!!!! This is exquisite Mike.....a ditto to all the previous praise......just a wonderful, yet solemnly sensuous, write.
Gentile Avatar
July 24, 2022 at 4:25 AM
Thank you so much John!!!
Anaya Avatar
July 23, 2022 at 2:19 PM
Congratulations on POTD Mike Gentile! Your poems are freeing and delightful. One of your vintage poems "The Visitation" just as beautiful, "I can learn to fly though perhaps not on wing by pluck, I can learn to sing. Serves to comfort and raise moral!
Gentile Avatar
July 24, 2022 at 4:25 AM
Thank you so much Anaya, I really appreciate your kind comments xxoo
Gorelick Avatar
July 23, 2022 at 1:58 PM
Congratulations on your POTD Mike! A lovely, nuanced ebb and flow. The power of imagination, thought, and nature, to heal and inspire a soul!
Gentile Avatar
July 24, 2022 at 4:24 AM
Thank you so much Robert for your kind words!!
Edmonds  Avatar
July 23, 2022 at 12:04 PM
A wonderful poem Mike, congratulations on poem of the day… Belle
Gentile Avatar
July 23, 2022 at 1:27 PM
Thank you Belle!!!
Calasibetta Avatar
July 23, 2022 at 11:55 AM
Congratulations on your POTD! You got me on the very first line.....I love the imagery throughout. :)Paulette
Gentile Avatar
July 23, 2022 at 1:27 PM
Thank you so much Paulette xxoo
Slaughter Avatar
July 23, 2022 at 9:55 AM
Beautiful, Mike, and well worth POTD.
Gentile Avatar
July 23, 2022 at 10:48 AM
Thanks so much Jim !!
Hankins Avatar
July 23, 2022 at 9:40 AM
Yeah, Michael! I just knew this poem was going to be a P.O.T.D.! I loved it when I first read it, and now I get to come back and say Congratulations!!!!
Gentile Avatar
July 23, 2022 at 10:48 AM
That's so nice, thanks Milt!
Goldsmith Avatar
July 23, 2022 at 8:55 AM
Congratulations on your POTD win. Your "Summer Lace" is a lovely write. Have a great/blessed day~weekend writing away............
Gentile Avatar
July 23, 2022 at 10:47 AM
Thank you so much Paula xxoo
Jayasankar Avatar
July 23, 2022 at 8:03 AM
Mike, such a beautiful write bringing hope and cheer.. Loved the title too...Congratulations on your POTD honor... God bless... ~ Ani
Gentile Avatar
July 23, 2022 at 10:47 AM
Thank you Ani, Happy Saturday!!!
Lawrence Avatar
July 23, 2022 at 7:27 AM
Just beautiful Mike . I love the rhythm and flow of this . I love shadows fall like summer lace … so lovely . Congratulations on POTD! Hugs and happy weekend! Susan :)
Gentile Avatar
July 23, 2022 at 10:47 AM
Thanks Susan, a happy weekend to you as well xxoo
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