Twilight

Twilight's shadows prick awareness
        a prelude to the night descending
             as day hesitates before it's passing.
                  Curtains of the sunset are drawn
                       over the horizon as colors of day 
                             dissolve into blackness of night. 

                                      Early evening sky is hushed as cool air
                                           surrounds the moon and stars
                                               light winds whisper twilight tunes in unison.

                                           Plaintive hoots of an owl are heard
                                  while a small chorus of crickets chirp
                           in steady tempo accompanied by bullfrogs.

                       Earthy music of nature floats hither and yon
                  a symphony of secrets, briefly revealed
           twilight mysteries linger as long notes
   fade softly into the vast chasm of time.



Written on 9/22/2016
Copyright © | Year Posted 2016

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Mcconnell Avatar
January 28, 2020 at 10:18 AM
Such a lovely curved piece Laura, I really liked this one. Trust life is good in San Diego, Many blessings from Scotland and so good to meet fellow believer, Gordon
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January 28, 2020 at 1:52 PM
Thank you, Gordon! There are many believers on PS, as well. Your kind words mean a lot to me! God bless! :)
La France Avatar
October 16, 2016 at 1:36 PM
Laura, absolutely beautiful, congratulations on your win in my contest
Krampe Avatar
October 14, 2016 at 7:25 PM
Lovely imagery, Laura - congrats on your win. Agnes
Leiser Avatar
October 14, 2016 at 8:53 PM
Thanks, Agnes :)
Anish Avatar
September 23, 2016 at 8:31 PM
Nice and very evocative work here. I like the phrase , "A symphony of secrets" a lot Peace & Love Matthew Anish
Leiser Avatar
September 23, 2016 at 9:38 PM
Thank you, Matthew! I wanted it to sound a little mysterious ;)
Canerdy Avatar
September 22, 2016 at 3:37 PM
Laura, this is so descriptive and LOVELY--a 7! Janice
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September 22, 2016 at 4:42 PM
Thank you, Janice! Your kind words encourage me :)
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