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Odonata dreamer
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Odonata dreamer |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia 
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She hovers and darts among river reeds, frequents skunk cabbage marshes as readily as Monet ponds. The lovely Odonata holds a commanding presence in palatial manicured gardens, gracefully gliding in her opalescent attire, the belle of Nature's Ball. She has her own agenda, is oblivious to our wants though our needs are similar. She feeds on pesky mosquitoes like she’s at an all-you-can-eat buffet, and when sated, slowly darts away. Odonata, green darner, damsel fly, dragon fly, glider... by any name, you are friend. |
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jwesley Member Rara Avis
since 2000-04-30
Posts 7563Spring, Texas |
Loved this...love dragon flys of all types, colors, sizes...you described them well...super glad they aren't bigger...we'd be in serious trouble as a race. j. |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
LOL, I'd rather enjoy seeing one the size of small fighter plane. Imagine how many skeeters she could take down! |
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secondhanddreampoet Member Ascendant
since 2006-11-07
Posts 6394a 'Universalist' ! |
excellent 'write'! I am especially fond of: "She hovers and darts among river reeds, frequents skunk cabbage marshes as readily as Monet ponds. The lovely Odonata holds a commanding presence in palatial manicured gardens, gracefully gliding in her opalescent attire, the belle of Nature's Ball(!)" Once again, this talented author 'pens' a fine tribute (and gives a 'voice') to another of Nature's small but magnificent inhabitants. serious and sustained applause! |
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BluesSerenade Member Patricius
since 2001-10-23
Posts 10549By the Seaside |
You're poetry is so colorful, Kacy~ You're amazing and always a pleasure to read. |
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Marge Tindal
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
Kacy~ Such a pleasure to read of this winged treasure~ *Huglets*  ~*Marge*~ ~*The sound of a kiss is not as strong as that of a cannon, but it's echo endures much longer*~ |
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Margherita Member Seraphic
since 2003-02-08
Posts 22236Eternity |
You are a magical weaver of words and while reading you, the Odonata unfolds her wings and her beauty in nitid imagination. Enjoyed this much! Love, Margherita |
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Prasad Nataraj Senior Member
since 2008-05-29
Posts 1149Bangalore,India |
Hi Midnitesun, I wish there were many dragon flies where I live, so many mosquitoes here I cannot sleep without the mosquito repellant. I too love dragon flies for this reason. Nice write. Prasad |
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OwlSA Member Rara Avis
since 2005-11-07
Posts 9347Durban, South Africa |
Kacy, I love all your poems, but my absolute favourites are your horse and nature poems. I could feel the rich ambiance of Mother Nature setting the scene for the beautiful Odanata (I love that name, it just rolls off the tongue) to enter. I just hated getting to the end of the poem, and read it through a couple more times to prolong the parting. - Owl |
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serenity blaze Member Empyrean
since 2000-02-02
Posts 27738 |
Again, you touched on something I was hungry for and didn't know it... Dragonflies, lightning bugs, all the magickal wonders of my childhood that I do not see anymore. (Suburbia & "Mosquito Control" have pretty much done away with those, here.) And I so miss my little house by the woods--I loved the lavendar colored dragonfly... sighs, hugs, and thank you.  |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Another  Oh, how I adore your poems about Nature. If only everyone could see what you see through your appreciative eyes. Well, reading your poetry is a good way for them to begin to do so!  Loving hug 'n a smile, Linda |
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Marchmadness Member Rara Avis
since 2007-09-16
Posts 9271So. El Monte, California |
The only dragonflies I see these days are on my tiffany lamps. I miss the magick. Love the poem. Ida |
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Robert E. Jordan Member Rara Avis
since 2008-01-25
Posts 8541Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
Yo Midnitesun, Yes, I always liked dragon flies when I lived in the country. We don't have any here. We probably need them. Bobby |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
I had no idea (but should have!) how many people no longer see dragonflies or fireflies, two of our most important summer friends! More proof that indiscriminate use of pesticides and other bug controls, combined with environmental degradation and global warming, has nearly decimated Gaia's natural defense systems. Already, we seem to have lost our native croakers/ribbit masters to a deadly virus...and still, some choose to believe we are doing 'ok' because we recycle a few items and plant a few trees, are starting to use energy more wisely (only because the price is so high). I'm devastated with the overall global rate of species extinction, though I'm delighted there are a handful of success stories. End of 'enviro-rant'....(for the moment) |
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WindWalker Senior Member
since 2001-10-12
Posts 1218 |
This is one of your best!!!!!!!! |
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kaile
since 2000-02-06
Posts 5146singapore |
you paint a vivid picture. i'm so envious that you can enjoy dragonfly |
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ArtSolstice Member
since 2007-03-18
Posts 498 |
This has been read and re-read in our studio, and everyone loves it. They are so much the essence of summertime, Midnitesun, these lovely little dragonfly and other insect friends. |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
WW, kaile, ArtSolstice  It's still in the 80's here, and the crickets are quite vocal at night. Two days ago I saw a hummingbird, a rare treat in this yard since I haven't yet hung a hummer-feeder. The nasty pesky gnats swarm at least twice a day, chasing me from the yard. LOL, you'd think they were monsters the way I fight with them! Oh well, they are a necessary part of the food chain. |
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secondhanddreampoet Member Ascendant
since 2006-11-07
Posts 6394a 'Universalist' ! |
glad to see this fine 'write' return near the top of the "P.I.P.-land" queue! continued applause!! |
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JamesMichael Member Empyrean
since 1999-11-16
Posts 33336Kapolei, Hawaii, USA |
Enjoyed...James |
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LindsayP Member Elite
since 2007-07-28
Posts 3410Australia, Victoria |
Kacy that was so good, I really enjoyed it Take care dear Lady. Lindsay |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
Thank you James, and Lindsay. Your visits mean a lot to me!!! |
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Skyfire
since 2000-12-27
Posts 3381Riding |
 brought lovely images to mind |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
Skyfire! Long time no see, where have you been? |
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