The Sun Rises- -The Moon Sets

These were set in motion from the beginning of time.
Heavens abound in each of their glory, power sublime.
Every excursion that they set upon revolves in rhyme.

Solar orb that secures life upon this planet we dwell.
Universally seen around our globe, for all to tell,
Never tiring it revolves, captured within its cell.

Rising up from its core, flares of powerful streams.
I respect what has risen from the sunny beams.
Sharing the glory that it has upon everyone, it seems.
Evident by the life that it supports even in dreams,
Solar star of daylight hours continue as nature deems.

Till nightfall approaches while another completes the set.
Helping to guide travelers for centuries the positions to get,
Evening ignites different phases upon this satellites debt.

Monthly revolutions of this celestial body sway the hours.
Orbital bliss has spoken richly along with romantic flowers.
Opening souls in sensuality and fulfilling romantic powers.
New moon to which many have fell into its magical showers.

Splendor of the night as it falls to set upon the new dawns light.
Exemplary versions follow a pattern, which marvels natural sight.
Take notice of what you may be missing each upcoming night.
Said, I’ve heard, old sailors delight, shining, enchantingly bright.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2010

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Fraser Avatar
August 25, 2010 at 12:18 PM
Many congratulations Cecil on your fine win in Jared's contest with this planetary piece. Most deserved of it's win >> James
Brown Avatar
August 25, 2010 at 10:04 AM
Congratulations Cecil on your win in Jared Pickett's contest "Acrostic 2". Love, Carol
Guzzi Avatar
August 25, 2010 at 4:36 AM
Interesting combo of sets of monorhyme with the acrostic formate, nice tribute to the sun & moon! Congrad's! Light & Love
Cwiak Avatar
August 24, 2010 at 8:35 PM
What a well deserved 1st place win in the contest with this beauty, Cecil. Dan C
Sweetheart Avatar
August 24, 2010 at 11:27 AM
Congrats Cecil on your first place in Jared's contest.. an amazing Acrostic poem for a super win so well deserved my friend... enjoy with luv..ciao..
Roberts Avatar
August 24, 2010 at 11:18 AM
wonderful acrostic, congrats on your first place win
Devonshire Avatar
August 24, 2010 at 10:04 AM
Excellent acrostic, Cecil. Congratulations on your first-place win! Love, Carolyn
Pickett Avatar
August 24, 2010 at 9:08 AM
EXCELLENT work Cecil... I had to rank this poem #1 my friend.... Although you share this spot with Steven Godberry and the Poetic Warlock you are #1 with this Acrostic..... Congratulations on your second #1 spot.... You are now a veteran in my form poetry contests.... Good work my friend.....:JP]
Sepulvado Anderson Avatar
August 12, 2010 at 5:35 PM
Great reading. Good luck in contest. have a great day! Scarlett
Culverhouse Avatar
August 12, 2010 at 7:55 AM
enjoyed reading today!
Kendrick Avatar
August 9, 2010 at 8:42 AM
Very descriptive and expressive verse that you have penned...Enjoyed..Sara
Sweetheart Avatar
August 9, 2010 at 7:20 AM
Such a unique and creative piece Cecil.. this is so brilliantly contrived and presented.. am sure will be a top winner.. am making it a new favorite of mine today and good luck in Jared's contest.. happy week my friend..with luv..
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August 9, 2010 at 6:57 AM
When I went deep sea fishing, the sun and moon's circles around the earth helped guide my way to the best fishing spots. It was also curious that grouper bit most at sunup and sundown -- thus many nights spent at sea describing the celestial orbs you describe so well, Cecil. Beautiful acrostic. Best wishes in Jared's contest! Love, Carolyn
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August 8, 2010 at 11:15 PM
Smile ~ "Ahh, 'You, You Are Beautiful Cecil'" ~ This is love right here my dear friend! This is what lifes dreams are all about ~ "LOVE" ~ Such a soft and classical feeling to this amazingly rich and image laced poem here my dear friend ~ I think I shall fave it along with its "Beautiful Author" ~ "Brilliantly Bright &, Beyond Beautiful!!!" ~ Again, "My Love & Warmth to You & Yours, Always," John! ~ Smile, Shine On My Man;" Bye!:) ~
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