The Magic of the Night

"Keep your eyes open to see the magic of the night"
                                          - by Poet


Deep into the woods, I walked one day
to find flaming fireflies come my way,
Watching them, I felt a trancelike peace,
fulfillment of dreamlike fantasies;

In the shadowy shelter of trees,
I stood enjoying the mellow breeze;
The hazy clouds were rolling onward,
as I 'neath the moon slowly wandered,

Crickets and glowworms began to prance,
silently, I admired with glued glance,
The scenery sure looked surreal,
this night encounter seemed unreal;

Then I heard the nightingale crooning,
o'er imaginary love swooning,
Ethereal, her song pulled me in,
the joy I felt, none can imagine;

Basking in the aura of moonlight,
entranced by the magic of each sight,
I walked back leaving the woods behind,
But this night is engraved in my mind.


05.26.2021



For Constance La France's "Writing prompt - Dreamlike" contest
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Goldsmith Avatar
June 3, 2021 at 9:13 AM
Congratulations on your win. What a beautiful story/write. I Love It. Have a blessed day...............
Roper Avatar
June 3, 2021 at 7:58 AM
Jo, great story and imagery. Congratulations on your win. Enjoyed reading. My warmest wishes. God bless you. <3
La France Avatar
June 2, 2021 at 3:06 PM
Jo, wonderful and congratulations on your win in my Writing Prompt - Dreamlike - Challenge, and I like your quote too, love - Constance
Ray Choudhury Avatar
June 2, 2021 at 12:10 PM
Congratulations on your win. A beautiful piece of writing - sounds magical as the surreal scenery itself! BW ~ Mala
Alex Avatar
June 2, 2021 at 11:59 AM
Beautifully Written. Your works are really great. Congratulations!
Poet Avatar
May 26, 2021 at 8:16 AM
So wonderfully written, Jo, the symbolism and the wording are so very well chosen; my best hopes for a win.
Cunningham Avatar
May 26, 2021 at 3:42 AM
Well written Jo, there is certainly something magical about the night, we shouldn't fear it. Good luck in the contest. Hope your week is going well. Tom
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May 26, 2021 at 2:07 AM
Beautiful poetry Jo, an excellent contender for the contest… Belle
Buhagiar Avatar
May 26, 2021 at 1:42 AM
Wow, so beautiful a poem for the contest which I hope will earn a high placement. You deserve it. Hugs
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