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The Next Stop |
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Namyh Senior Member
since 2009-01-20
Posts 988 |
The Next Stop High upon the pink hilltops, one breeze above the red treetops, stars punctured night sprinkling clouds with purple hue which caused the falling gold moonbeams to filter down in almond streams and flame my eyes with Beauty of this alien planet’s view. There I was transfixed by majesty without conflict, enrapt by a silence throbbing soundless at my ears whose symphony made the colors thunder across my eyes to wake from slumber the Awe that senses flood to wonder what Architect worked here. Then Dawn gaped a yawning rippling pecan light thru morning as my landcraft now approached us with its silky silent roar. Overhead, it passed a tree turned and landed close to me. When I stepped inside, the capsule shut closed and sealed its door. Up! Up! It whisked me. Ground fell from my feet, passing clouds that hovered in the upper atmosphere which stood as guard and sentry ‘gainst all outlaw cosmic entry then my capsule docked so gently in my Starship, by my chair. Automatic did the buckles strap my chest and legs and knuckles. Jaws tensed, preparing for the up and coming jolt in a silence made long lasting 'til I felt that rocket blasting. Then, I closed my eyes. I took one breath, just before the bolt. Straight to lightning warp-speed, thrown back in my seat, control and throttle gauges blinked their lights upon my berth. -Unzipped did I my flight suit. -Unlatched my helmet's visor too to read what was my next stop….. Ahhh! that planet they call Earth. Namyh |
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Bastet Member
since 2010-05-07
Posts 246 |
Wonderful colors in the beginning plus a jaunty rhythm that I really like. A story poem that combines many poetic elements. Bravo! |
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Cpat Hair
since 2001-06-05
Posts 11793 |
well no, being a dumb old country hick, I ain't never seen a spaceship or rode in one.. :-) Seems to me you captured pretty well what it might be like someday... enjoyed the story aspect of this, but I am partial to story telling.. |
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Eldest Member
since 2010-06-15
Posts 177Alabama |
Can't wait to hear about the next stop. |
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Namyh Senior Member
since 2009-01-20
Posts 988 |
Bastet – Lighting up the cosmos of the universe, that's child's play. But lightning up the cosmos of a reader's mind with a little fun and wonderful colors added, that’s a miracle for any poet. I thank you for this one. Namyh |
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Namyh Senior Member
since 2009-01-20
Posts 988 |
Cpat Hair – The someday for space ridin’ is here Cpat. Go to the McDonalds around the corner and pick up two tickets and a small french fry for me. We’ll be blasting off from Launch Pad 7 at 12 midnight. You can’t miss it. It’s the 30 foot rocket standing straight up. Don’t worry, I’m the pilot and this will be the first time we’ve both flown. Oh yeah! There’s a party on Saturn. Bring an overnite bag. We’re gonna have a ball, but I really gotta go fix these meteorite holes in the fuselage. Now where did I put that spackling and duct tape. Thanks Cpat for stopping in and enjoying. Namyh |
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Namyh Senior Member
since 2009-01-20
Posts 988 |
Eldest – No need to wait! Your tickets are available too from Cpat’s McDonalds above. And before you ask. Yes! Frequent flyer points will be given. You have seat # 47 which provides for a panoramic visual. Thanks for riding Next Flight Tours, the management. Bring an overnite bag too. You’re gonna love it. Namyh |
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