The Time of Dawn - By: Fajar Khurshid

Dawn is a time of focusing,

When the sky is nice and clear,

A time when birds are chirping,

And there is peace, far and near.

The time of dawn has things to tell you,

Things that haven’t been told,

Dawn is very peaceful and quiet too,

And the breeze blows by, pleasantly cold.

The beautiful trees dance in the breeze at dawn,

And the grass sways as much as the trees,

The time is perfect to think, on and on,

Nothing’s better than the dawn’s breeze.

Please give a detailed explanation about the meaning and main idea of this poem.

My poem "The Time of Dawn" highlights the peaceful and serene atmosphere of dawn, emphasizing the tranquility and stillness it brings. It conveys the idea that dawn is a time for quiet contemplation, appreciation of nature, and finding solace in the beauty of the natural world. The poem encourages the reader to embrace the serenity of dawn and to take the time to connect with the peaceful moments offered by nature.

Please explain your writing and thought process regarding this poem.

I wanted to create a sense of peace and tranquility by describing the serene atmosphere of the early morning and emphasizing the value of connecting with nature in those quiet moments. The goal was to evoke a feeling of calm and encourage mindfulness of the natural world.

Why did you choose to write this poem?

I wrote this poem for a poetry competition hosted by our local library. I was thrilled to learn that my poem was selected as one of the top 50 winning poems in the competition. It's always fulfilling to see your creative work being recognized and appreciated.