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Open Poetry #23

I Think That I

VAS
Member Rara Avis

since 2000-11-16

Posts 7450
Oregon

0 posted 2002-10-16 10:00 AM

I Think That I

I think that I shall never be
as slim and lithe as willow tree
nor supple as its branches, lean,
in slender reach above the stream.

Nor will I be as strong and tall
as mighty oak, when winters call.
Or agile as the cyprus dance
above the glades of sweet romance.

Not likely will I stalwart be
as sentinel beside the sea,
yet I will hold my vigil here
in prayer and praise of ev’ry tear.

For sorrow and joy as well
may capture hearts in powered spell,
so I will keep my roots at moor
anchored in God, feet on the floor.

©October 16, 2002

Whether on the shoal or on the shore,
I'll seek the lighthouse evermore.

[This message has been edited by VAS (10-16-2002 10:44 AM).]

WhiteRose
Member Elite

since 2002-07-23

Posts 3208
somebody's dungeon

1 posted 2002-10-16 10:23 AM

I think that I shall never be
as slim and lithe as willow tree
nor supple as its branches, lean,
in slender reach above the stream.
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But in my own limber essence
I shall display my presence
as not the willow tree
just old and gnarled me.

Your poems is a delight. Enjoyed the lovely read this morning.

VAS
Member Rara Avis

since 2000-11-16

Posts 7450
Oregon

2 posted 2002-10-16 10:29 AM

Thanks, White Rose, I hope Joyce Kilmer doesn't mind.

I love your response, hehehe, though I think you are far from the time of being gnarled.

Whether on the shoal or on the shore,
I'll seek the lighthouse evermore.

Earth Angel
Member Empyrean

since 2002-08-27

Posts 40215
Realms of Light

3 posted 2002-10-16 11:27 AM

Amen, dear VAS, Amen

So deep, so true, so you!

I think I'll slip off to my library and take this beauty with me.

EA

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