The Light of Stars

The light ripples
as night comes
and falling 
forever falling 

I brush the satin 
skirts of night,
I ease onto the black 
bed of stars 

Twirling galaxies 
ignite on my palms 
to stretch the universe
within my reach 

a handful of moons
a brilliant milky way
lies within heavens
lost to our eyes

Rumors of shooting
stars fall in my sight 
as I turned around  
It was reflected in all 

The light splintered
and shattered over all
tumbling into day
I now sleep with eternity

Resting in my gaze
Copyright © | Year Posted 2014

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Stmichael Avatar
June 28, 2014 at 1:25 PM
The universe beautifully captured, no mean feat. I love it.
Callus Avatar
June 27, 2014 at 3:51 PM
Such a lovely 'star' poem, Jayne! The second stanza and the ending stand out above the rest. Should appeal to dreamers and star gazers! // paul
Smith Avatar
June 27, 2014 at 2:09 PM
How romantic...My favorite thing to do is star gaze...splendidly described Jayne....hugs Tim
Sietesantos Avatar
June 27, 2014 at 1:30 PM
Hi Jayne, this is indeed a beautiful, vividly descriptive write. I thoroughly enjoyed reading it. This is a WOW for me! Warmest regards.
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