Wandering Thoughts

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Wandering thoughts
Pale blue deepens to indigo.
Night is descending peacefully
On cue the stars begin to show
far distant lights that brightly glow.
Some twinkle, some shine steadily
which I accept quite readily.
Some things I’m not allowed to know.
Beyond my capability
to understand so I don’t try.
Although I sometimes wonder why
some stars appear to twinkle so.
As if to try and catch my eye
If this is so then they succeed
in capturing my interest
with signals that I cannot read
Although I do my very best.
I’m certain that we’re are not alone,
though others may think otherwise.
That somewhere in he great unknown
some other beings watch the skies.
In wonder as they contemplate
the vastness of the universe.
The twinkling stars which fascinate.
may be attempting to converse.
Across light years of empty space
to end their isolation.
Make contact with another race
This is a thought I dwell upon.
A foolish dream it may well be.
At least it occupies my mind
I sit in thoughtful reverie
and leave my worries all behind.
I watch the darkening of the sky
which indicates that day is done.
The hours of twilight quickly fly
they linger briefly then are gone.
Although the laws of gravity
attempt to dictate boundaries.
Imagination sets me free
to wander where and how I please.
21-Feb-08
 

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Another beautiful poem. I love the fluid grace your words seem to have. Often, I will watch the stars and wonder the same. I think about how long it takes for that light to reach my eyes. It is a humbling feeling, and yet exciting that I can contribute a minor spark of life to this existence. :) Thank you for sharing.
 

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I like this poem. It’s been a while, but I stare at the stars and think about other civilizations, or people in other countries. Sometimes I imagine someone staring at the same star and get all tingly. :D Great ending,
Imagination sets me free
to wander where and how I please.
Thanks for sharing.