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Tracing Angels

Somewhere within the misty shroud of heaven A finger, traces angels, in the air Wondering if they are truly present Why they whisper dreams no one can hear Soft tingle of a touch, a gentle “psst” As testy as a lone mosquito’s buzz Torturing the calm of dreamless sleep When asked “why me” the answer is “because” So, sleep in fitful murmurings, and dream Of mists, of heaven’s shroud, of feathered wings Etch lazily your dream upon the night And ponder why it is you fear such things As fingers trace their angels in the air Lulled to sleep by voices they can’t hear

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Karen Jones

Date: 9/23/2023 10:51:00 PM

This has a holy energy and a dreamy feel. I like it and your imagination.

I Am Anaya

Date: 9/22/2023 11:23:00 AM

A wonderful concept, angles whisper dreams..As testy as a lone mosquito’s buzz Torturing the calm of dreamless sleep" clever poetry we relate to. Compelling John I too am faving this gem! I Am Anaya

James Marshall Goff

Date: 9/22/2023 6:57:00 AM

Melodic verse John, enjoyed!

Lin Lane

Date: 9/22/2023 5:01:00 AM

I'd be only too honored to be awakened by a whispering angel. "...of mists, of heaven's shroud, of feathered wings." When you write phrases like this, John, the dimensions of your talent is revealed.

Di11y Da11y

Date: 9/22/2023 4:37:00 AM

There's possibly something in liking the character of the poet which influences how a poem is received as I saw the title and was moved at that point, but obviously you do know your craft so I love this poem and really felt lulled reading it. I have a small handful of poets I follow and I'm trying to keep to that to avoid combusting, so I'm thrilled to read this. I might even like a 'curated by JL' assortment of poems - you keep it real by personality alone (plus poetic excellence - true story!)