Songs of the Night
Restless voices
on summer nights
start with a whisper
and gradually spill over
into the darkness.
I am captivated
by each distinct melody.
The rich resonant
of their voices
lift my spirit
higher and higher
until at last
I am floating
with each sound,
drifting closer
to where they’ve gathered
to render
their compelling melodies.
(Part of John’s new chapbook called A Cup of Warm
Words)
John W. (Bill) Williams is a
retired language arts and children’s literature educator. He lives in Martin, GA, where he stays busy
with his art and poetry. He has been
published in a variety of venues.
Congratulations on your new chapbook, John. Thank you so much for sharing your talent for our Whispers friends to read.
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Karen
Dear John,
ReplyDeleteYour poem is a welcome blessing on this evening in Illinois where I sense one season stepping into the next. I'm reminded of the songs I will miss until summer sounds whisper once again.
Blessings,
Michael
I enjoyed your poem John, and congratulations on the new book!
ReplyDeleteThis poem is quite lovely John! Congratulations on your publication. I look forward to reading more of your poetry. Aloha, Connie
ReplyDeleteJohn,
ReplyDeleteA great poem. Thanks for sending me your chapbook. It is great. You will always be in my bubble and I in yours, I hope.
Your friend,
David Fox
Thank you, Michael, Peggy, Connie, and David for your kind words on John's artistic poem, insightful and rich in imagery. I will be sending your thoughts to him. Congratulations, John. I wish you ongoing success with your writing.
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Karen