Sunset

I move amongst the leaves in the evening,
My sunset low and golden encroaches.
Moments mark its rays saturating on
Places made special for its attention.

I can sense it breathing behind the trees,
Greater golden light, I can feel its mind,
As if it has come home by agreement,
Fulfilling its covenant to return.

Generous friend, giver of life – behold!
The ancients worshipped you for good reason,
Countless golden photons, delivered like
Jewels, alighting amongst the shadows.

Bury me in the evening, wrapped in gold,
Like a pharaoh with you I am content.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2010

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Marcum Wong Avatar
September 7, 2010 at 9:32 AM
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September 7, 2010 at 9:31 AM
I am left breathless with chills after reading this magnificent poem David. Your carefully crafted words wrap me in warmth at the same time causing chills. That is what great poetry does for the soul! You are a master poet and I celebrate knowing you and reading your work and I bow to your talent. Need I say, I loved this poem? Into my favorites. Blessings, Connie
Delacroix Avatar
September 1, 2010 at 3:10 PM
Awesome, David! Great sonnet on the splendor of the sun.
Brown Avatar
August 31, 2010 at 11:42 AM
Enjoyed reading your poetry today David. Love, Carol
Culverhouse Avatar
August 31, 2010 at 6:24 AM
pretty write!! Have you done any more songs lately?
La France Avatar
August 30, 2010 at 8:49 PM
I just love those last two lines, they could stand on their own, brilliant and beautiful dear heart~~
Sweetheart Avatar
August 30, 2010 at 7:37 PM
A glorious write David my friend.. expressive and beautiful... my wedding photos are now posted on my new blog if u want to view..luv.. only 10 allowed now by this system.. and we have hundreds from Italy.. enjoy...
Henderson Avatar
August 30, 2010 at 6:22 PM
your couplet at the end is fabulous. A fitting end to a very noteworthy poem. Charles
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August 30, 2010 at 6:02 PM
How well you describe the way those last "golden" rays draw attention to special images before the night falls. This poem gave me a joyful feeling, David. Thanks so much! Love, Carolyn
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