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Hazelmarie Elliott
Between the Now and Then
Upon horizon, night to day ~
there between the now and then,
I often pause along the way,
to tiptoe through the moonlit glen ~
or perhaps take in sun's light,
night to day ~ day to night.
Upon horizon, day to day ~
there between the then and now,
as seasons grow along the way,
to crease the face of timely brow ~
or perhaps steal time away,
day to day ~ day to day.
Upon horizon, day to night ~
there between the now and then,
I stand beneath my autumn light,
bereft as memory calls again ~
to pain the heart with bygone sight,
Night to day ~ day to night.
Upon horizon, night to night ~
there between the then and now,
I know that winter casts its sight,
on one last leaf that will not bow ~
to frost within its golden sight,
night to night ~ night to night.
Upon horizon, night to day ~
there between the now and then,
I know my spring will fade away,
and summer's soft remember when
will echo gently autumn's way ~
day to night ~ night to day....
Winter's near ~ Winter's near......
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I too was recommended to your site by James Early and I am glad he did. Your poetry has not only beautiful imagery, but within a structure that echoes the title and theme over and over again.
I truly love being introduced to writers like yourself who write with substance and style. Top marks from me. Karin Anderson
Ms. Elliott,
Mr. Earley was so right in that he told me I would enjoy this poem.
I absolutely love the elegant structure, soothing content and beautiful imagery. I don't know what else to say other than you have an amazing talent and I can't wait to read more.
Dawn
Perhaps it is because I too feel winter is just beyond the summer's glow, I don't know, but I really could understand this piece. It puts me in mind of Robert Frost's old house analogy. I love it! I'm impressed with the work you do.
This is indeed a poignant reflection! I must say that this work is an exceptional effort. Looking forward to reading more. Thanks for the moment!