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Silent Night

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The night falls without haste
wrapping the earth in its subtle hands.
The wind, silent, traces the outlines of space
and the stars are brief words
written in the black sky

Nothing moves, yet everything unfolds
Time dissolves in the cool air
where solitude becomes company
and silence is profound
a voiceless song that spreads
through every corner of the world

Distant lights seem to float
like memories of a day that has passed
and every shadow that stretches
is an untold story
a secret kept by the dark

The night is pure
asking nothing in return
expecting no more than the silence
that returns us to ourselves
reflections of an existence
that melts into stillness

And in the gaze that watches it
the night reinvents itself
in its entirety
shadow, mystery, and calm
like a promise of a tomorrow
that doesn’t come
yet never truly departs

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Eduardo

Sat 18th Jan 2025 04:41

Graham, I’m really happy to know that the poem inspired a new idea for your work! I sincerely appreciate you sharing that with me. It’s always rewarding to know that words can spark something new and creative. Thank you so much, and good luck with your new project!



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Eduardo

Sat 18th Jan 2025 04:39

Flyntland, what a wonderful compliment to receive! I'm truly happy that the poem touched you in such a special way. Thank you so much for your kind words and for choosing your favorite lines. It’s great to know that the poem had such a hypnotic and ethereal effect on you. It's always a pleasure to share something that resonates so deeply. Thank you again!



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Graham Sherwood

Wed 15th Jan 2025 13:30

There are two lines in this poem that have given me an idea for a new piece of work and for that I thank you. Good work!

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Flyntland

Wed 15th Jan 2025 11:59

This is such a beautiful, calm, gentle poem.

I have picked my favourite phrases but the reality is I love every single word of it.

"Where solitude becomes company
and silence is profound"

"Expecting no more than the silence
that returns us to ourselves"

It is beautifully written both hypnotic and ethereal, thank you for it.

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