What Fascinates Me

My fascination excels each time
sun descends, giving Earth a kiss.
There is no poetry, not a Rhyme
to tell of my reaction to bliss.

Sun leaves a trailing, lest we forget
her majesty, as dusk circles nigh.
Her colors that glow--a special set
dazzle even the wandering eye.

From butterscotch to apricot skies,
with amber, scarlet and ruby wine.
As clouds don robes in a sunset's guise
The moon even seems to pause its climb.

Cascades of colors greet weary souls,
each night, looking to a sunset sky.
Glimpses of beauty as they unfold,
around the ebb of Sun's phantom tide.

May 16, 2022 
for Fascination and Awe contest
by Jeff Kyser
Honorable Mention
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Goldsmith Avatar
June 3, 2022 at 8:36 AM
Congratulations on your win. A "Beautiful/colorful" write. I love it. Have a blessed day writing away.................
Peck Avatar
June 30, 2022 at 7:56 AM
Thank you, Paula. You have a blessed day, too.
Agustin Avatar
June 3, 2022 at 12:19 AM
Wow! Congrats! Thanks for sharing what fascinates you through this fascinating muse of yours. God bless you.
Peck Avatar
June 30, 2022 at 7:55 AM
Thank you, Beata.
Dietrich Avatar
June 2, 2022 at 7:24 PM
such exquisiteness here. It's a truly beautiful gem. Congrats on your win.
Peck Avatar
June 11, 2022 at 5:08 PM
Thanks so much, Andrea.
Marcum Wong Avatar
June 2, 2022 at 7:14 PM
Nature poems capture my heart and fascinate me most Ann. Your poem is exquisite in its colorful imagery in depicting hues of the glorious sun. I never tire of reading about the sun and moon. Congratulations on your HM in Jeff’s Premiere contest. This was stunning! Blessings xxoo
Kyser Avatar
June 2, 2022 at 2:01 PM
Ann - I have a marvellous view of the sunrise from my desk, and I don’t see the sunset much, but this drew me right there, and of course the colors and the interesting phenomenon of watching the sun as it disappears below the horizon. Well done! And thanks so much for entering!
Peck Avatar
January 1, 2023 at 3:23 PM
Thank you so much, Jeff!
Ball Avatar
May 22, 2022 at 10:09 AM
Ah yes sunrises and sunsets are one of my favorite things. Each morning when I see the sunrise I think WoW! Lord than you for the beautiful sunrise this morning. A fine write my friend. God Bless, JB
Peck Avatar
January 1, 2023 at 3:24 PM
Thank you, Judy!
George Avatar
May 20, 2022 at 7:49 PM
Sunset is one of the most fascinating sights which is beyond all rhyme and chime. Lovely feelings are generated in our minds too.... ! All the best in the contest, Ann !
Dietrich Avatar
May 19, 2022 at 4:11 PM
ahhh, you took an approach that allowed for great imagery. My post, when I make it, is so wordy!
Peck Avatar
May 19, 2022 at 5:03 PM
Yours will be beautiful because you have an incredible sense of words. Good luck!
Wolf Avatar
May 17, 2022 at 7:57 PM
'As clouds don robes in a sunset's guise.' Love this stirring, memorable line of verse, Ann! Enchanted penning! ~ Gershon
Peck Avatar
May 17, 2022 at 9:42 PM
Oh, Gershon, thank you. That is so lovely of you to say. :)
Leffanta Avatar
May 17, 2022 at 11:57 AM
Despite the pandemic, huge crowds still gather on Magic Island to watch the sun set; I suspect it is a prelude to a cuddle . . . Enjoyed! Aloha!
Peck Avatar
May 17, 2022 at 12:45 PM
Aww, that's beautiful. And each day a new show. I'm not sure what the message is in a sunset, unless it's enjoy beauty for it quickly disappears. :)
Clear Avatar
May 17, 2022 at 8:17 AM
Anne, So beautiful and refreshing....Makes one feel hopeful. Thanks for a beautiful sunset! suzanne
Peck Avatar
May 17, 2022 at 2:14 PM
Oh, Suzanne. If only we could find hope again. You're right ~ it might be hidden in a sunset!
Mcintosh Avatar
May 17, 2022 at 5:32 AM
Just beautiful. I love it. God bless you with a win. Love, Gina
Peck Avatar
May 17, 2022 at 7:13 AM
You're so kind, Gina. Thank you.
Seeker Avatar
May 17, 2022 at 2:58 AM
Beautiful write Ann, enjoyed. Sunsets are indeed so soulful. Good luck in the contest.
Peck Avatar
May 17, 2022 at 7:14 AM
Thank you, Seeker, for seeking me. :)
Sambourne Avatar
May 16, 2022 at 8:33 PM
You are so right, Ann. The sun is infinite in its warmth + regenerative glow. There's collective rejoicing in May sun. Be well. Brian
Peck Avatar
May 17, 2022 at 7:08 AM
Thank you so much, Brian. You take good care, too. :)
Hankins Avatar
May 16, 2022 at 7:52 PM
Yes, indeed. There is nothing so fascinating as watching the sun sink out of sight, knowing it is a sunrise on the other side. I, too, have written of this phenomenon. Beautiful!
Peck Avatar
May 17, 2022 at 7:17 AM
If there's anything that causes awe, it must be the sunset and a new baby's smile.
Sands Avatar
May 16, 2022 at 6:07 PM
Beautifully written! I enjoyed this :)
Peck Avatar
May 16, 2022 at 6:41 PM
Thanks so much, Heidi. :)
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