Lilian at dVerse has invited us to write a quadrille (44 words) using the word glow (or a form of that word).
Photo: Sunrise over the Blackwood River.
“I would rather be ashes than dust! I would rather be a superb meteor, every atom of me in magnificent glow, than a sleepy and permanent planet.” Jack London.
A Hoping Of Love
Myths and legends come and go,
holding a place to stand,
a refuge lurking beneath
the tinsel of time
should it be needed,
to heal the wounds
encrusting the heart,
by unwrapping the self
as a vulnerable gift
of glow,
a hoping of love.
©Paul Vincent Cannon
Paul, pvcann.com
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Just learned about a new form of poetry–a quadrille, I’ll have to try it sometime. Do you have a word to suggest? Thanks.
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Glow was the the one for tonight, give that a go, Hope is another, Festive, Lonely – so glad it has spurred you on.
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Hope is love
when time gives us dreams
what can materialize
through the magic of these days …
Thank you for everything you give us everyday,
those spiritual states in which love
it gives the shine of words among phrases!
Happy Holidays! Thank you!
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How wonderful to read that, thank you, nice connect.
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Very nice
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Many thanks Cheryl.
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A candle’s glow
Streetlights through snow
Hitting our faces
As we wander slow
Smelling the scent
Of fir and pine
On windows, doors
And one street sign
Ringing bells
Sound in our ears
Accompanying the carolers
As they draw near
Christmas shortly to arrive
Hope’s glow will surive.
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Wonderful words Pat, I hope you posted this directly on you page too? Too good not to. Thank you for creating and sharing this.
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This is such a beautiful poem of love – I love the image too
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Thank you so much Lyn
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Certainly will. Thanks for your very kind words, Paul.
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My pleasure Pat, a good read.
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Nice alliteration and sense in this phrase: “the tinsel of time”
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I couldn’t resist the nod, thanks for picking up on that bit Frank – appreciate your thoughts.
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Wonderful written. Meets the time perfect. Thank you so much, Paul! Have a wonderful week. Michael
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You too Michael and thank you.
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Wonderful piece for the season Paul.
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Thank you for sharing that Rupali
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Reblogged this on The Reluctant Poet.
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I keep hoping, thanks for sharing this.
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Yes, something we can all hope for in our lives!! Happy to share it, Paul!!
😊✨👍
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So glad you posted to the prompt! I’m just wrapping up my reading of all the “glowing” posts….most especially love the words “the tinsel of time” — shining moments 🙂
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Thank you for your thoughtful comments Lillian – very much appreciated.
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