Notes About The Poem

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.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2020

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Ligon Avatar
May 14, 2020 at 3:31 PM
This is gorgeous! Great minds think alike, but I much prefer where you took the chosen compound words.
Watt Avatar
May 14, 2020 at 4:20 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
Mcconnell Avatar
May 12, 2020 at 3:23 PM
A lovely descriptive piece John, nice penning giving much to enjoy. Hope all well, Blessings, Gordon
Watt Avatar
May 12, 2020 at 5:20 PM
Thank you, my friend. Hope all is well for you in Scotland during prolonged lockdown. Blessings ~ John
Allison Avatar
May 10, 2020 at 2:44 PM
Exquisitely penned John this is so so beautiful, got to add this gem to my faves:-) hugs Jan xx
Watt Avatar
May 10, 2020 at 7:32 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
One Avatar
May 10, 2020 at 10:01 AM
That is a clever use of words and the title a great metaphor for your wonderful poem... So great to see this today.
Watt Avatar
May 10, 2020 at 7:30 PM
Wonderful comment, SO. Appreciate it greatly.
Dietrich Avatar
May 9, 2020 at 9:37 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.
Watt Avatar
May 9, 2020 at 11:57 PM
You're too kind, I'm sure yours is lovely. Thank you for the comment, Andrea!
Dietrich Avatar
May 9, 2020 at 9:35 PM
thanks for what you said on my personification talents!! Now let's see what you have come up with here!
Watt Avatar
May 9, 2020 at 11:55 PM
You're welcome!
Bauer Avatar
May 9, 2020 at 3:32 PM
this is so creatively written, john! just beautiful...
Watt Avatar
May 9, 2020 at 3:58 PM
Always love to hear from you, Ilene. I hope all is well ~ John
Faulkner Avatar
May 9, 2020 at 10:20 AM
This is magnificent - the glory of sunrise, the allure of the moon - this should top the winner's list! A Fave for me :)
Watt Avatar
May 9, 2020 at 4:00 PM
Michelle, I'm honored by the fave, and always appreciative of your thoughtfulness in comments. Hope you are well, John
Manassian Avatar
May 9, 2020 at 9:33 AM
Enchanting lines.... may Luna bring you sweet dreams.
Watt Avatar
May 9, 2020 at 4:54 PM
Thank you, my poetry friend. I hope all is well with you and yours ~ John
Gilmour Avatar
May 9, 2020 at 7:55 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
Watt Avatar
May 9, 2020 at 4:58 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
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