Notes About The Poem

 This poem was inspired by a student. It is also called "A Poem For Mia."

The Rising Star

As I look up into the vast darkness 
gazing at the celestial masterpiece
adorning the clear night sky,
my eyes scan the heavenly bodies
in search of not the well known,
but for the one yet to become.

The quaint unassuming star 
hidden in a forest of brilliance
unknowingly unique by design,
unaware of its own potential, 
and uncertain of its own place 
in the divine scheme of light.

Only the discerning eye can see
this spectacle of light waiting to be.
The captivating glimmer of promise
from afar of an unknown rising star.

"Twinkle, twinkle, little star,"
  wonder not what you are,
  but all you dream to be.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2014

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A  Avatar
May 24, 2014 at 8:40 AM
Awesome #1....SKAT
Morrison Avatar
May 28, 2014 at 5:09 AM
Thank You Skat!
Smith Avatar
May 19, 2014 at 9:13 AM
The captivating glimmer of promise from afar of a unknown rising star. what a beautiful line Kim ..Congrats on the 1st place win
Morrison Avatar
May 19, 2014 at 5:29 PM
I could win contests and awards everyday, but to me there is no greater honor than to have another poet/writer quote a line I have written. I love your comment and I thank you Tim.
Guillermo - Fraser Avatar
May 19, 2014 at 3:59 AM
wow.. :) this goes to everyone who are stars in their own lil ways... :) and that only the people surrounding them will tell them how they will be.. :) inspiring and encouraging piece.. :) , GBU from olive and BIG CONGRATULATIONS.. :d
Morrison Avatar
May 19, 2014 at 5:31 PM
Wonderful comment thank you very much Olive.
A. Sharma Avatar
May 18, 2014 at 10:14 PM
Very wonderful Kim! A masterpiece n a great winner ! Congrats on huge win !
Morrison Avatar
May 19, 2014 at 3:39 AM
Thank You for wonderful comment Dr. Sharma.
Allison Avatar
May 18, 2014 at 2:35 PM
breathtakingly beautiful a well deserved winner. Hugs Jan xx
Morrison Avatar
May 18, 2014 at 3:05 PM
I appreciate the beautiful compliment thank yoy.
Andresen Avatar
May 18, 2014 at 12:29 PM
...... And it became a number 1 poem, Kim - CONGRATULATIONS!! - oxox // Anne-Lise :)
Morrison Avatar
May 18, 2014 at 1:47 PM
Thank You Anne Lise! Always love hearing from you up here.
Callus Avatar
May 18, 2014 at 10:07 AM
..back again...this time with congratulations!!! // paul
Morrison Avatar
May 18, 2014 at 11:19 AM
Thank You!
A   Avatar
May 18, 2014 at 9:57 AM
This poem, was breathtaking and meaningful, the first time I stop by to read the poem. Kim, I appreciate the support. Congratulations, Thank you so much. Your forever friend ~Linda~
Morrison Avatar
May 18, 2014 at 11:19 AM
Thank You!
A   Avatar
May 10, 2014 at 8:24 AM
Wow, Kim.... poems like this inspire me in every way. I think. I like the title ,"A poem For Mia" only because I know how much this poem means to you. How amazing, one can never hide behind shade that long.... when one is meant to shine, ain't no stopping a dreamers dream, from coming true.... MF, Kim... I will make a full return in, July.... hope to see more from you soon....luv...Linda
Morrison Avatar
May 10, 2014 at 9:20 AM
Thanks Linda! I was worried about you and wondering where you were. I even sent off a quick email to you. Really wonderful hearing from you here.
Haick Avatar
May 8, 2014 at 10:15 PM
What an extraordinary sentiment to receive from one's teacher! Love this, Kim. Excellent job...total joy to read! Thank you for reading my "Beautiful Days" and the kind comment. Annalise
Morrison Avatar
May 9, 2014 at 3:53 AM
Thank You! This could have just as easily came from a teacher that cared, so I understand the obvious mistake here. However, I am actually this exceptionally bright students bus driver. I am one of those support employees school systems throw away when they are done with them and I may not be far from that day myself.
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May 6, 2014 at 3:49 PM
wow, I like how you reworked the little nursery rhyme at the bottom of the poem and that is so special how you wrote it inspired by Mia. Lovely.
Morrison Avatar
May 6, 2014 at 4:17 PM
Thank You Andrea. It is nice to see you again. I had the idea to use that nursery rhyme early on, but I too was surprised of how well it turned out. In my own humble opinion it all turned on how well I developed the line after the old nursery rhyme line because it sets up the final line.
Callus Avatar
May 6, 2014 at 2:47 PM
This is such a lovely poem! The three final lines are words of wisdom to the 'rising star' (Mia?) // paul
Morrison Avatar
May 6, 2014 at 3:26 PM
Yes! Thank You Paul.
Kendrick Avatar
May 6, 2014 at 8:24 AM
Enjoyed reading your creative work this morn..Sara
Morrison Avatar
May 6, 2014 at 8:49 AM
Thank You!
Andresen Avatar
May 6, 2014 at 7:25 AM
- Nice to see you again Kim! - Welcome back! - This is a beautiful and charming poem - really a poem that I like to read - thank you - Have a enjoyable day. - oxox // Anne-Lise :)
Morrison Avatar
May 6, 2014 at 7:34 AM
Nice to see you again and I always love your comments. This was Inspired by a student I transport to school. Though not shown here it is subtitled "A Poem For Mia." I once called her a rising star and this poem is the culmination of my exploration of that thought. Thank You!
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