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Windbreaks |
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ice Member Elite
since 2003-05-17
Posts 3404Pennsylvania |
Windbreaks... Wind will blow up plumes of snow And bugle notes across Where earth lies locked in boreal gaol, And like a burglar enter, making fast retreat With heat that comforts, northern-homes in winter. But God gave man a brain to think, Of ways to brace from that which rapes And steals away, what his fires hold; So, he plants out rows of sentinels, Appoints them house defenders, calls Them guardians, or windbreaks. ***************************************** In a moments rest between wood splits, I saw them coming, small berserkers Size of ants, suspenended in a chilly blast, Goaded by whips and spurs of its breath To battle me...and my brave row of trees. The first atomic soldiers hit And caused the line to tremble, shake Which bent them from their crest to knees, Then like a bow with arrow freed, The wooden soldiers stood up straight; And laid to waste the second round, Of wind and snow, and driven sleet. The attack was on, Headlong charged the cold draftees And even though... The point-men fell, still others came, Onward raged the countless, crystal soldiers Urged by winds that blew like satan's clarion, Sounding evil notes, that ordered All to back the first barrage...To charge! Encouraged thus, the trillions Staged a bloodless, wailing battle; But the regiment of trees stood ground And braced, against the siege with limbs Held up like pikes, and lances Stopping all that touched, and watched Them fall to find their earth-graves 'mongst the leaves that fell in autumn. The wind blew strong then, different calls And all the sackers left, paid heed the orders Cried out by their colonels-captains Riding close behind on steeds of tempest Shouting out to all still holding ground; "Regroup ,brave lads, lets find a different way around" |
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Sunshine
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
With hedgetrees as mine I do so understand... albeit they are not the most handsome of trees, they break the snow, cattle, and more... So enjoyed this, Sir! |
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Seymour Tabin Member Empyrean
since 1999-07-07
Posts 31720Tamarac Fla |
ice A very good write, enjoyed. |
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Enchantress Member Empyrean
since 2001-08-14
Posts 35113Canada eh. |
Excellent excellent write Ford! One for the library..this was so much enjoyed! Hugs~Nancy Now while the leaves still dance on the wind |
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passing shadows Member Empyrean
since 1999-08-26
Posts 45577displaced |
a different way around yes |
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ThisDiamond Member Rara Avis
since 2002-02-22
Posts 9353Michigan, USA |
The spirit and passion in this is awesome! Trees are mighty and wondrous creations... I really liked this!!! TD |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
LOL, 'and they all went marching, down to the woods...boom boom boom' (couldn't resist  )I liked the imagery of those sentinels, those magnificent windbreakers. In coastal areas of California, after 1890 some planted eucalyptus trees as windbreaks. Now of course, we know how invasive they can be, how we sacrificed many native species in our ignorance. LOL, I know this may sound a bit off the subject to some, but this write triggered several thoughts for me, only one of which is understanding that our penchant for 'protection' often backfires. |
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froggy Senior Member
since 2003-06-23
Posts 1893Michigan |
Another fine piece of written art. I love it yes I love it. :-) Within this heart you'll find love |
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ice Member Elite
since 2003-05-17
Posts 3404Pennsylvania |
Karilea The midwest does need its windbreaks...I remember seeing remote ranches in Wyoming, not a natural tree in sight, having bands of "sentinels" planted all around them.. Thank you for enjoying... See More Thank you for reading and your reply Nancy The library is a rare, distinct place Thank you Dixie Yes, it gave up and had to find another way around the house.... Kathleen Glad you really liked it...  Kacy I am well aware of the exotic invasion of native habitat...look at the dandelion and goldenrod, two introduced pests...We do have to take caution when planting non native species, especially in mass. Most of the windbreaks planted here are native hemlock and hard or soft maple, but Penn State still tells people to plant exotics..."boom, boom,boom......-) Ella Thanks for loving it..... Come read to me some poem, |
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LeeJ Member Patricius
since 2003-06-19
Posts 13296 |
whew, some real heavy metal here enjoyed the views |
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froggy Senior Member
since 2003-06-23
Posts 1893Michigan |
Needed to bump this up again. :-) Within this heart you'll find love |
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ice Member Elite
since 2003-05-17
Posts 3404Pennsylvania |
LeeJ "heavy metal", That's rich.... Yup, a sixty year old head-banger that's me.. You made me smile.... Froggy Thanks for the bump, it made my heart leap... ----------ice ><> Come read to me some poem, |
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froggy Senior Member
since 2003-06-23
Posts 1893Michigan |
How about another bump for making me smile this morning. :-) Within this heart you'll find love |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
I literally had to get up from my chair to go and put on a sweater! Truly! With all those cold winds I was feeling, I was getting chilled to the marrow of my bones! Excellent write!  EA |
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Sunshine
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since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
Two months later, still an excellent read... yep. |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
You've got that right, Lady Sunshine. An excellent read, even better the second time around.  Poetry is a windbreak of sorts. |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
This poem is definitely worthy of a Sunny bump up!  EA |
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vandana
since 1999-10-22
Posts 10463USA |
enjoyed this read |
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Nightshade
since 2001-08-31
Posts 13962just out of reach |
I am so glad that this gem was bumped up! However did I miss it first time round?! Awesome. hugs, Chris ~The soul that can speak through the eyes can also kiss with a gaze~ |
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ice Member Elite
since 2003-05-17
Posts 3404Pennsylvania |
Thank you, poet friends.. This is a poem for the whole winter season, in actuality...The first snowfall had dissapeared for about a week, and now the windbreak stands guard again, holdng its own against the snow army. Your comments are cherished, and as you all know are inspiring... ___________ice/ford ><> |
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ThisDiamond Member Rara Avis
since 2002-02-22
Posts 9353Michigan, USA |
So glad to read this again Ford. There is something very high in the spirit of this particular write. TD |
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Soulfisher Member
since 2005-01-07
Posts 226where ever the fly fishing is good |
ice, nicely penned and wishing you tight lines. I'd join you on the ice but I rival the weight of small passenger cars! |
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Startime55 Member Elite
since 2003-04-05
Posts 2148Alberta, Canada |
WOW!!! A stunning portrayal of a magnificent battle waged by nature...I loved the vision and feel of this poem... |
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*Alli4000*
since 2004-03-21
Posts 3188The World of Poetry |
Very nice write Ford!!  ~Alli~ Happy 2005! |
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inkedgoddess Member Rara Avis
since 2002-11-19
Posts 7392Ohio |
youre poetry is rich, fills the senses in its completeness |
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