Sunset Soul

My wings spread as I took a step
And leapt up through the sky,
I rose to answer the simple question,
I needed to answer why.

Below the clouds, the sunset
It was a disappointing cold, wet air.
Below the clouds, the sunset
Was like a soul that didn't care.

And as I soared the answer appeared
As clear as day and night.
As obvious as the dream in which I flew,
As distinct as black and white.

Above the clouds the air was clear
The sunset was divine.
The answer is to do whatever it takes
To make the sunset shine.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2017

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Walker Avatar
June 1, 2017 at 7:10 PM
Hi Lewis, I really like this and the last 2 lines ... perfect ending :)
Raynes Avatar
June 1, 2017 at 7:51 PM
Thank you Lenna
Kinch  Avatar
May 26, 2017 at 9:25 PM
This is beautiful. Love the positive message at the ending, brilliant Lewis.
Raynes Avatar
May 28, 2017 at 7:46 AM
Thank you Elizabeth.
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