Sam Kauffman Poet Free verse

The Carillon

The Carillon

                                                      Bell
                                                     Tower
                                                Ashes smolder
                                              Firey shadows linger
                                  Dull fingerprints of smoke on chimes
                                    Silencing carillon’s song of the hours
                                       Heaven’s breath stirs an angelus
                                                    Rouses
                                                     Bells 

Denny Hall at the University of Washington was almost destroyed by fire.  The campus carillon was in Denny Hall but restored when the building was rebuilt.  The carillon’s music is treasured and marks the hours of the day.

6-27-21
Contest: Bells
Sponsor: John Anderson

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Suzette Richards July 1, 2021 at 11:01 AM I love the sound of bells. I lived for many years a stone's throw from a church and found the ringing soothing. Thank you for stirring fond memories.

Rama Balasubramanian June 28, 2021 at 9:52 AM Another great write. Sponsor mentioned that lines should have single spacing. Enjoy your day Sam Kauffman June 28, 2021 at 10:18 AM Thanks so much Rama. So glad you liked this poem. Carillons are special. Not sure how your computer is reading this shape poem. Single spacing is integral to creating the bell shape along with centering the poem. Are you entering the contest. Would love to see your entry. Have a great week. Wonderful to hear from you.

Regina Mcintosh June 27, 2021 at 6:09 PM Lovely write. God bless you always, Love, Gina Sam Kauffman June 27, 2021 at 8:31 PM Thank you dear friend! The carillon at the U was always a special part of campus life. Blessings and prayers to you Gina.

Darlene De Beaulieu June 27, 2021 at 12:08 PM Hello Sam Kauffman, i am glad that it was restored. Blessings my friend. Darlene De Beaulieu June 27, 2021 at 4:12 PM Hello Sam Kauffman, it will be more popular now that it is rebuilt. blessings my friend. Sam Kauffman June 27, 2021 at 3:43 PM Me too! The carillon was such a central part of campus life - morning, noon and vespers. Its music marked the seasons and the hours. Blessings to you! Thank you for your your visit.