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The Royal Couple

The Monarch of the night descends,
and for a time, her tenure ends
at daybreak.

She'll shut her eyes and sleep. But then
ascends the regal Sovereign
of daytime.

Imperial his stately rise;
majestic colors splash the skies -
our daystar.

His robe: the warmth; his sceptor: light.
His court: white clouds; his crown: in bright 
gold - daylight.

Clouds part as labor stains my brow;
sweat stings my eyes. Of Luna now
I daydream.

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Juliet Ligon Date: 5/14/2020 3:31:00 PM This is gorgeous! Great minds think alike, but I much prefer where you took the chosen compound words. Login to Reply John Watt Date: 5/14/2020 4:20:00 PM Juliet, I'm glad you didn't modify your charming poem of young birds to satisfy the contest requirements, it was just right. Thank you for your kind words ~ John

Gordon Mcconnell Date: 5/12/2020 3:23:00 PM A lovely descriptive piece John, nice penning giving much to enjoy. Hope all well, Blessings, Gordon Login to Reply John Watt Date: 5/12/2020 5:20:00 PM Thank you, my friend. Hope all is well for you in Scotland during prolonged lockdown. Blessings ~ John

Jan Allison Date: 5/10/2020 2:44:00 PM Exquisitely penned John this is so so beautiful, got to add this gem to my faves:-) hugs Jan xx Login to Reply John Watt Date: 5/10/2020 7:32:00 PM I'm so grateful to reside in your cave of faves, dear friend. And thank you for the Soupmail; it made my day. Hugs ~ John

Silent One Date: 5/10/2020 10:01:00 AM That is a clever use of words and the title a great metaphor for your wonderful poem... So great to see this today. Login to Reply John Watt Date: 5/10/2020 7:30:00 PM Wonderful comment, SO. Appreciate it greatly.

Andrea Dietrich Date: 5/9/2020 9:37:00 PM wow, you did an AMAZING job with compound words!! wish I had thought of this Wait till you see my silly thing I concocted!! I hope you place really high with this one. Login to Reply John Watt Date: 5/9/2020 11:57:00 PM You're too kind, I'm sure yours is lovely. Thank you for the comment, Andrea!

Andrea Dietrich Date: 5/9/2020 9:35:00 PM thanks for what you said on my personification talents!! Now let's see what you have come up with here! Login to Reply John Watt Date: 5/9/2020 11:55:00 PM You're welcome!

Ilene Bauer Date: 5/9/2020 3:32:00 PM this is so creatively written, john! just beautiful... Login to Reply John Watt Date: 5/9/2020 3:58:00 PM Always love to hear from you, Ilene. I hope all is well ~ John

Michelle Faulkner Date: 5/9/2020 10:20:00 AM This is magnificent - the glory of sunrise, the allure of the moon - this should top the winner's list! A Fave for me :) Login to Reply John Watt Date: 5/9/2020 4:00:00 PM Michelle, I'm honored by the fave, and always appreciative of your thoughtfulness in comments. Hope you are well, John

Eileen Manassian Date: 5/9/2020 9:33:00 AM Enchanting lines.... may Luna bring you sweet dreams. Login to Reply John Watt Date: 5/9/2020 4:54:00 PM Thank you, my poetry friend. I hope all is well with you and yours ~ John

Ann Gilmour Date: 5/9/2020 7:55:00 AM Wow, your words are exquisite John as you describe this Royal pair; truly regal each one and your pictures are stunningly beautiful too. Thank you John for i devoured every word of this wonderful poem. With kindest thoughts Ann xx Login to Reply John Watt Date: 5/9/2020 4:58:00 PM Thank you so very much for your kind words, my sky loving friend! I was hoping you'd enjoy this as I've been enjoying your Super Moon poetry this week. Warm wishes ~ John