The Warrior’s Return., William Shakespeare Snippets: November 9th, 2003 Options

[Rhymer]

As birds sit brooding, in the moon’s sphere,
their golden eyes and ears, tune in to faintly hear
the distant sights and sounds of happier men.
Phoebe, aware of her fading sweets, then
asks - is there more delight, within the heart,
than two lovers greeting after years apart?
Of sweet silent looks and unspoken word,
only the longing of a lover’s sigh is heard!
When true love bursts anew, in a mutual flame,
then shall he see, even as she calls his name,
the fierce longing within her passionate embrace!
Long denied, although he, from a distant place,
as his gold complexion did so clearly show,
had returned to claim the only love he would know!
At their parting, she had sworn to wait and be true,
and peace proclaims, this day: Life begins anew!

Rhymer. December 17th, 2016.

Snippets used in order: Birds sit brooding, in the moon’s sphere,
their golden eyes, and happier men, her fading sweets, is there more delight,
in the heart, in a mutual flame, shall he see, of sweet silent,
his gold complexion, and peace proclaims.

[Rhymer]

Thanks Larry, and your poetic 'piece' and comments are much appreciated.

Like yourself I have a Complete Works of Shakespeare. A tome which is well thumbed and often read. Often my preferred relaxation and at times inspiration. I have on occasion, tried emulate his style using a soliloquy - such as The Quality of Mercy etc., being one piece I wrote. Another was "To sleep, perchance to dream, Aye there`s the rub!" However, I will readily admit, they do not do justice to the Bard, who stands above all others in this form. In my estimation, at least!

When I attended my Grammar School - some time back in my youth I believe - Lol. My English master - Mr Whittaker, was almost fanatical regarding William in the pursuit and understanding of his works, and for his fortitude in dealing with a bunch of youths (30 x 15 year olds in our class) I am eternally grateful. Certainly his way of explaining and dissecting Shakespeare`s works, was in a manner by which we found and understood the sheer descriptive beauty of the English language, of that erra. One which has, on many an occasion, stood me in good stead to this day!

Perhaps later - no snow falling overnight for a most pleasant change, so I shall not be shovelling - I will take a look-see at composing something along the same lines as another of his soliloquies. Always a Challenge to which I can relate.

I must also delve into the MMs archives again, for I`m sure, despite their age, there are some that will excite my little grey cells, that I will find apropos for another poetic endeavour!

Thanks for the support and yes, yesterday was a day for reminiscing. Not only over the telephone but by watching a goodly number of the old ( I had them digitalised) videos that began on our wedding day, in 1954. Being front and centre in the evening hours. I have them stored on a back-up WD storage USB device and watch them on our large TV by using my laptop. With my impaired sight, it`s a must. Our nostalgic hour or so of viewing was much enjoyed as we relived that day, along with a number of subsequent videos that took us back to earlier days. Scenes of our children, parents and other friends, who were there in spirit yesterday, that helped us celebrate! A few tears were hard to quell, I will admit.

Our marriage, has been a glorious relationship that Pauline and I have shared all these years, with nary a single regret! Any hard words, were soon forgotten whenever a `sorry` offering was made and accepted! Pride always took a back seat I assure you!

Merry Christmas to you and yours, and may the New Year grant you all you wish for - within reason! Lol. Ciao Denis aka Rhymer.