A plethora of colours play a dancing scene in my mind.
Prisms of light and dark are the colours of my life.
Dark shadows of dripping sadness,
bright colours of joy!
Heaping together as a jewelled kaleidoscope,
reflections of coloured glass, turning and varied like the
rotation of life.
The greens and magentas of brilliant aniline dyes
fill the spaces of my memory, delectable,
delightful and pleasant.
Mauves and purples weep and push for space but fail now.
They do not enter, I will not facilitate them.
Calmness drips upon me like a patina on the surface of old bronze.
Peace, in soft cream voile, fills my days.
Life is the colour in my mind, as
sunburst orange vying for space, risible;
forming luscious opulent delicious pictures
of passion and joy.
Burnished gold, soft cashmere green
bring new physical energy and vigour.
These are the colours of my life now
mixed with gentle blues of calmer mellow days
These are the colours of my life…
*The kaleidoscope was invented in the early 1800’s by Sir David Brewster as a form of art. Since the Victorian era people have been enjoying them by collecting large quantities and as a toy for children.
Beautiful Susie.
Just beautiful,it reminds me of those little kalidiscopes we had as children. Im so glad that is how you see your life,it must be lovely to see things as you do. I can see another book on its way with all these wonderful new pieces,and so diverse.I just dont know how you do it. Love Karen xxxx
Thank you Lori x
Thank you for taking time to comment here Karen. Your words are always kind.
Yes, I remember those kaleioscopes well. I wonder do they sell them now. All very best wishes x
Susie,
You have such an incredible way with words. You make me see and feel things so vividly through your glorious poems – thank you !
Wonderful, Susie! Your vibrant language always moves me. The colors of life, indeed. Beautiful graphic, as well. As fall takes hold here, our trees will offer those of us whom take a moment to notice, the best of their breathtaking color. I pray that you have a beautiful fall.
Thank you Sian for your comment here. Always so generous with your words of encouragement. Thank you.
Thank you Sean. I believe like me you are very affected by the beautiful colours of life. How is it possible that colours go unnoticed but for some they certainly do. We should not live ‘grey lives’ we should always take time from our busy days to ‘drink in’ the beauty of the changing seasons around us. Just time to stop and stare.
I have often related my life to colours hence this few words. Peace and blessings.
Such a beautiful poem!
I loved it Susie!
Margie x
Oh my, Susie! This is very colorful!! ☺ I had bursts of color exploding as I read it – thrice – it’s delightful and still a hint of the grieving heart, also. I especially like this line, “Calmness drips upon me like a patina on the surface of old bronze.” It’s deeply creative. Keep coloring our world with your beautiful words and thoughts. xoxo Lora
Susie, your blog has been like a warm embrace to me so many times during Dan’s illness. I am so afraid tonight, he is failing and tired after almost 7 years. I just wanted to reach out across the miles to tell your that your courage gives me strength. You feel about Hamada the way I feel about Dan – a gift Susan
Dear Susan,
I am so sorry to read of this latest up-date on Dan. My prayers for you both travel to you tonight with all possible positive thoughts, hope and love. I am thinking of you at this time and placing my trust that that you will allow the Almighty to make decisions in his loving care and that you can accept these. I wish you all possible blessings and much peace at this time. My thoughts are with you. x
Susie Hemingway.