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Seasons, Legends Swirl - Part 3
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Sunshine
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since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart 
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Seasons, Legends Swirl – Part 3 So it came to me while deep in green That soft breezes meant for me Were simply voices waiting to speak Tickling quiet in hushed harmony. The road was humming with tire marks That rain had washed away All things that once were here, Like legends, find their stay And as deep as the roots dig into earth So deep too should legends be. Where once my thoughts had strayed to clouds They’re now rooted in rock and clay… For who would tell where the tree should grow As its roots cling to Flint Hills rock, Or that Minerva would give us the olive tree; While Neptune would honor the pine; Or that a willow would hold to femininity, While the walnut kills growth of all kind… Around and around me the legends swirled Each seasoned with stories and more. That the yew would predate all of life, Poisonous for all but the berry’s skin; While elm gives the fairies a place to sit, And Zeus gave the fir it’s evergreen; We hold to maples for their success, And the oak still stands as a king. Oh there is more, so much more I would know Of seasons and time, and how your heart holds, Perhaps the river will offer another view, If I could find a paddle, and canoe…and you… See how through all the legends swirl, through seasons in which we roam, See how through all the trees gave life, then thinned, to hold gently this poem. |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
"That the yew would predate all of life, Poisonous for all but the berry’s skin; While elm gives the fairies a place to sit, And Zeus gave the fir it’s evergreen; We hold to maples for their success, And the oak still stands as a king." ~ Amen, amen, amen... Your pen has the grace of a willow.   Linda |
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Janet Marie Member Laureate
since 2000-01-22
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For who would tell where the tree should grow As its roots cling to Flint Hills rock, Or that Minerva would give us the olive tree; While Neptune would honor the pine; Or that a willow would hold to femininity, While the walnut kills growth of all kind… Around and around me the legends swirled Each seasoned with stories and more. That the yew would predate all of life, Poisonous for all but the berry’s skin; While elm gives the fairies a place to sit, And Zeus gave the fir it’s evergreen; We hold to maples for their success, And the oak still stands as a king. Oh there is more, so much more I would know Of seasons and time, and how your heart holds, Perhaps the river will offer another view, If I could find a paddle, and canoe…and you… See how through all the legends swirl, through seasons in which we roam, See how through all the trees gave life, then thinned, to hold gently this poem. ======================================== Oh good grief...I am tree hugger giddy!!!!! you knew I was going to love this one. once again you tap into a muse that is impressive and fluent. Awesome write Kari... and this part..... See how through all the trees gave life, then thinned, to hold gently this poem. oh yesssssssssss IWIHWT!!!!!! I would love to live as a river flows, carried by the surprise of its own unfolding. |
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miscellanea Member Elite
since 2004-06-24
Posts 4060OH |
Sunshine, I learn from you all the time! You are such a poetic teacher and observer! hugs, misc'e |
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Janet Marie Member Laureate
since 2000-01-22
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scorpio Member Ascendant
since 2002-10-02
Posts 5178right...there |
A beautifully crafted poem. Wonderful Karilea. believe in what your heart feels... |
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Enchantress Member Empyrean
since 2001-08-14
Posts 35113Canada eh. |
"Oh there is more, so much more I would know Of seasons and time, and how your heart holds, Perhaps the river will offer another view, If I could find a paddle, and canoe…and you… See how through all the legends swirl, through seasons in which we roam, See how through all the trees gave life, then thinned, to hold gently this poem." Beautiful....and JM's pics...a wonderful addition. ~Hugs dear Lady~ ~Somewhere in my heart I'm always |
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lgina Member
since 2004-07-20
Posts 52 |
I liked this alot. it had meaning and spirit and learning. Thanks |
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Ericc Member Elite
since 2003-01-31
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Every one of your poems become a new favorite...always. Eric |
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iliana Member Patricius
since 2003-12-05
Posts 13434USA |
"Oh there is more, so much more I would know Of seasons and time, and how your heart holds, Perhaps the river will offer another view, If I could find a paddle, and canoe…and you…" Oh, SIL, you know the depth to which this one strikes me, don't you! This series has been awesome, Karilea! & luv, jo |
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