Sunrise

I wake from my sleep,
For new day is come,
And with it, I rise,
To share in the dawn
With my friend, the Sun

The sky is dark,
But still I wait
For time to pass
And night to fade

Then, through clouds,
Her light bursts,
Warm and bright,

And my
Soul finds

Peace.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2008

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July 13, 2008 at 12:57 AM
A fine example of this form Nick.Rgds Brian & thanks for your welcome comments
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