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Summer Solstice
by Joy Marsh
Wednesday, June 07, 2006
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Thoughts on the mystery that surrounds Stonehenge and the summer solstice. A blending of the ancients and present- day celebrations and a little mystery of my own...

Summer Solstice
Stonehenge

Hanging stones commingle with the sun
faithful, even though defiled;
teach us to be mindful of dying and birth.

The sons and daughters of the neoteric
solstice chant their private incantations,
morning, noon and night they observe.

Ancients attuned to the turning skies
laugh, ever so slowly at first.
It’s a long, long way from the cords of time,
to synthesize with our beating drums and pipes.

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Reviewed by swift silver	10/10/2007

I live not too far from Stonehenge and this interpretation of the meaning of the stones and associations ranks up there with the best of them. Thankyou




Reviewed by jude forese	6/8/2006

captures the ambiance of stonehedge quite effectively ...




Reviewed by Regis Auffray	6/8/2006

You have effectively recreated the aura of the mysterious place, Joy. Thank you for sharing this gift. Love and peace to you, Regis




Reviewed by Birgit and Roger Pratcher	6/8/2006

A wonderful mystig-magical write, B&R




Reviewed by Paul Williams	6/8/2006

Ah! my favourite place for 'Moon Dancing', been there a few times(not dancing) it's very atmospheric and I think you've captured the ambiance very well Joy. Enjoyed. Paul;-)




Reviewed by E T Waldron	6/7/2006

Very nicely done! I love the mystery that surrounds places like Stonehenge. Your poem gives it life!Thank you for sharing! eT




Reviewed by Peter Paton	6/7/2006

Joy Stonehenge is an absolutely fascinating place.. I have always associated it with the Druids and Chariots of the Gods.. I am certain there is a celestial connection...;) Peter

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