On a clear night like this

Tom C Dylan

On a clear night like this

 

The moon is glorious and white 

in the sky

the stars shine and sparkle

above the Tesco Extra

and the kebab shop

the milky white moon-glow

reflecting on the shutters

of the bookies

on the corner. 

  • Author: Tom C Dylan (Offline Offline)
  • Published: January 15th, 2024 03:35
  • Comment from author about the poem: Sometimes I think poems are a snapshot, trying to capture a moment, a feeling.
  • Category: Unclassified
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Comments9

  • Doggerel Dave

    🥹Gentle irony, a picture well painted in words. I will have to see what else you've got...

    • Tom C Dylan

      Thanks, Dave. Yeah there was a lovely clear sky last night, over the inner city street. Cheers, Tom.

    • Teddy.15

      Reminds me of home 💜 wonderful imagery I don't remember too many times I saw the open skies and the stars in London, but I will remember this.

      • Tom C Dylan

        Thanks Teddy. Yeah, it was a lovely clear night, for a change. In Manchester we don't get many of those either. 🙂

      • Accidental Poet

        Was clear skies last night here too (east coast on US). One of my favorite past times is stargazing. Excellent write Tom. 👍

        • Tom C Dylan

          Thanks a lot, AP. We don't get too many clear skies where I live but last night it was just amazing. Cheers, Tom.

        • Bella Shepard

          When you experience such a moment, no matter where, it is a gift. You describe the scene so beautifully that I can imagine all else around you fading into the background. Truly a lovely write!

          • Tom C Dylan

            Yes, it was a lovely clear night. I came home and the moon and the starts over the urban setting stayed with me. Thanks for your comments. Really appreciated.

          • Neville


            That is precisely what poems are .. moments captured .. simple as that .. write on Tom .. Neville

            • Tom C Dylan

              Thanks mate, appreciate your comments. I'm still finding my way with poetry, always been more of a short story writer. Cheers, Tom.

            • Eugene S.

              A vivid portrayal with an endearing sentiment. Love it!

              • Tom C Dylan

                Thanks a lot for your comments, Eugene. Really appreciated.

              • Goldfinch60

                I could see that street Tom.

                Andy

                • Tom C Dylan

                  Thanks, Andy, appreciated. The sky was just beautiful the other night, in contrast to the urban street beneath. It really was something. Cheers, Tom.

                • Reynaldo Casison

                  Beautiful

                  • Tom C Dylan

                    Thanks, Reynaldo. 🙂

                  • Thomas W Case

                    Fantastic imagery. You make this come alive.

                    • Tom C Dylan

                      Thanks a lot, Thomas. Really appreciated, mate.



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