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The Stars Fill the Night

the stars fill the night
moonlight dances amidst shadows
we have retired to the backyard
where fireflies dance
our world has come to rest
the day is fast closing
somewhere palaces are in celebration
people lost in banquets and dance
sharing unending conversations
searching for joy, a moment of laughter
here we sit hand in hand
lost in the silence of each other
while fireflies chase their dreams
i have but one
the day's final kiss
holding you until sleep takes me
knowing the day's greatest joy awaits
as dawn breaks across the horizon
you will fold into me
good morning my love
hysteria as our lips meet
somewhere they are cleaning
the palace

   OKC   7/27

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Vickey Rhymer

Date: 8/4/2022 7:35:00 PM

Loved it Mr.Ray.

Gary Radice

Date: 8/3/2022 1:17:00 PM

A great write Timothy. Fireflies for me, be they in a poem or story, are synonymous with a beautiful silence and tranquil nights. Your juxtaposition (is that the right word here? - If not contrast) of 'people lost in banquets and dance' (my favourite line in your poem by the way) with the sitting hand in hand in silence helps really capture the precious moments you so skillfully describe. Your poem has depth and atmosphere Timothy - It could well be a scene from a film. Cheers - Gary

Timothy Ray
Date: 8/4/2022 6:01:00 AM

thank you Gary....yes juxtaposition is the correct word....silence in love is when all the exchange of language has accomplished Love's quest....the absolute God-given joy to simply rest in Love's purpose....Grace surrounds us...Love permeates....Love is the step into that which frees us from ourselves