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Keeping Watch

The crimson line of a fiery sunset settles over pillows of billowing clouds a last flicker of heaven, showcased before darkness engulfs the stage while the ever watchful eyes of angels spread their wings over sleeping babes. 10/18/2022

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Sara Kendrick

Date: 12/18/2022 2:45:00 AM

Ahhh!! I can feel the calm in the ending lines. I am glad that I chose this one to read today. Thanks for sharing and for dropping by my page. Sara

Laura Leiser
Date: 12/18/2022 8:54:00 PM

Thank you, Sara! I’m so encouraged by your kind comments! :)

Gary Radice

Date: 11/16/2022 3:16:00 AM

A wonderful write Laura. I particularly like "a last flicker of heaven, showcased before darkness engulfs the stage" Cheers - Gary

Laura Leiser
Date: 11/18/2022 10:46:00 AM

Thank you for commenting, Gary! Happy you liked this one! :)

Line Gauthier

Date: 10/21/2022 3:38:00 PM

beautiful ~

Laura Leiser
Date: 10/22/2022 1:44:00 PM

Thank you, Line. I’m glad you enjoyed this one! :)

Michelle Faulkner

Date: 10/21/2022 1:03:00 PM

Beautiful feeling of peace as night settles over day ~

Laura Leiser
Date: 10/22/2022 1:43:00 PM

Thank you, Michelle, for your kind comments! :)

Janis Thompson

Date: 10/21/2022 7:24:00 AM

Love it, finely done.

Laura Leiser
Date: 10/21/2022 9:39:00 AM

Thank you, Janis. So glad you enjoyed this! :)

Eve Roper

Date: 10/18/2022 6:58:00 PM

Yes, watchful eyes of angels. Laura, great imagery in your verse. Sending you blessings and a warm hug

Laura Leiser
Date: 10/18/2022 9:07:00 PM

Thank you, sweet Eve! I’m happy you enjoyed this! :)