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The Forest King . . . ( reposted for Margherita)
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The Forest King . . . ( reposted for Margherita) |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light 
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 Photographer: Ansel Adams The Forest King by Linda L. Dowd While walking thru’ the forest, on a windswept winter’s day, We spied an ancient oak tree, ~ Of grand bearing and display. It stood like a silent sentinel, ~ On guard among the pines, While winds blew thru’ the evergreens In whistling, wailing whines. We wrapped our arms around its trunk, ~ Reaching for the other’s hands. Then leaned in to the weathered bark, ~Melding with the oak and lands. We sensed the pride and power, Of this mighty forest king, With all its innate wisdom, ~ Imbued in every ring. As icy winds chilled our backs, Our fronts were safe and warm. The oak shared its strength and love, ~ To shelter us from storm. ~*~ Reposted for Margherita after reading her wonderful poem ~ “Tree seduction in blue” /pip/Forum100/HTML/000675.html [This message has been edited by Earth Angel (02-04-2009 12:04 AM).] |
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OwlSA Member Rara Avis
since 2005-11-07
Posts 9347Durban, South Africa |
Love it! And what a beautiful and most apt gift for Margherita! Owl |
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Bill Charles Member Patricius
since 2000-07-11
Posts 10619highways, & byways, for now |
Linda - I love the trees, especially the towering giants here in the North West... BC |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Wise One ~ Don't all OWL's like trees?  Glad you flew in for a peek! You're a hoot! I have never hugged a tree that didn't hug me back!  Linda [This message has been edited by Earth Angel (02-03-2009 04:52 PM).] |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
BC ~ Now those trees can be mighty tall and mighty big around. Two people could never hold hands around one of those gentle giants! lol ~ Oh, but hugging one of them can do wonders for what ails you! Linda |
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Margherita Member Seraphic
since 2003-02-08
Posts 22236Eternity |
Wow, dearest Linda Angelo Terrestre, what a magnificent gift this is! Thank you from my heart for reposting this precious poem for me! Your wonderful words testify to your great love, respect and worship of trees and how aptly you titled your poem! Of course I can feel the depth of this bond with trees you have, as I have it too. My Mother always pointed out to me the beauty of trees and whenever she could she went for long walks with me and my brother through the forest. And often we had pic-nic there in organized areas. I will never forget the intense fragrance of the trees in the woods. "Fill your lungs, inhale deeply" she would say ... You bless me. Thank you!! Love and hugs. Margherita    |
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inkedgoddess Member Rara Avis
since 2002-11-19
Posts 7392Ohio |
Your reverence for the green kingdom shines through here. I think we should all have a group hug with them.  |
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gilead Senior Member
since 2008-03-10
Posts 1067nevada, USA |
Ah, Linda, and I am blessed that you have re-posted this marvelous poem. I am drawn to trees and their mute wisdom, given sound in their song with the wind. This is an enchantment of mind and soul! Enjoyed every sip, right down to the very last drop of beauty! art |
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amusemi Senior Member
since 2001-12-08
Posts 1262A State of Disarray |
Both of your poems are spectacular! |
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LindsayP Member Elite
since 2007-07-28
Posts 3410Australia, Victoria |
Linda my dear, you are the best and a lovely poem to put with Margherita's fine poem. much enjoyed. Love you. Lindsay |
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JamesMichael Member Empyrean
since 1999-11-16
Posts 33336Kapolei, Hawaii, USA |
Fabulous...James |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
My dear Margherita ~ You are most welcome! ~ and I thank you for posting your lovely tree poem for your readers to enjoy! I think I must have been a tree in a past life! lol Hey, perhaps both you and I were trees! ~ whispering pines or stately oaks or fragrant cedars or mighty redwoods or ... lol I appreciate your warm response! I never met a tree I didn't like! 2 U 2Linda Angelo Terrestre |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Goddess ~ That's and excellent idea! Yes, we should all have a group hug with them. From one tree hugger to another, Love and Tree Deva Light, Linda |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
gilead ~ Oh, Art, that was downright 'poetical' of you! It pleases me that you enjoyed sipping this arboreal brew! Warm hug and a broad smile, Linda |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
amusemi ~ Thank you. I enjoyed Margherita's tree poem so much that I wanted to gift her with one of my own. Anyone who is a tree lover, is a friend of mine! lol Linda |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
LP ~ Greetings, my dear Aussie Man! I'm pleased that you enjoyed Margherita's and my tribute poems on trees! I am such a fan of her poetry ~ and of she herself! She and I speak the same language ~ Mind you, I think she speaks it more eloquently! Love to you, my friend! Linda |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
James ~ I think "Fabulous" is a fabulous "F" word!  When it comes to trees ~ You give a hug ~ You get a hug! Linda |
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Oklahoma Rose Senior Member
since 2008-02-28
Posts 1586Oklahoma USA |
Linda, my friend, this is absolutely beautiful. But then, I wouldn't expect anything different. |
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Sunshine
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
Linda, Email me someday, and I will send you an "Adams" photo that I took...I don't think I edited it for PiP yet... but it's an awesome display! Just like this poem! If you wish... command me!  |
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Margherita Member Seraphic
since 2003-02-08
Posts 22236Eternity |
Had to enjoy this once again, dear Linda! When I am restless I think of the trees who remain on the same spot for all of their life and they exude tranquility and sing of glory. Deva light, yes! Love and hugs again. Margherita |
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Suncleaver Member
since 2009-01-18
Posts 481Stafford England |
Lovely writing EA. I've always had a soft spot for poetry that captures the beauty and majesty of nature, and nothing can be more beautiful or majestic than a great, ancient oak. Never sigh for a better world, it's already composed, played and told. |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Oklahoma's Finest Rose ~ What a sweet thing for you to say! Thank you, Sweet Sue! Love, Linda Lou |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Sunshiny One ~ Oh, Karilea. That is so sweet and generous of you! I sent off the email! Love to you and a big warm hug, Linda |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Suncleaver ~ It would appear that we are of the same mind on that! From one Nature-loving poet to another, I thank you for your warm response. Love & Natural Light, EA |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Ooops, Margherita ~ I am responding out of sequence!  You are such a delightful presence and I value your friendship! Linda |
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Martie
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
Linda....The world can never have enough tree huggers! I'm so glad you were inspired to repost this.  |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
I love this... the photo, your words... and the picture your words create. *S* Lovely! |
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Richy Member Elite
since 2003-05-03
Posts 3050 |
I am such a huge fan of trees, in fact when I traced my family tree I found out that I was a sap. How wonderful is your friendship with the beautiful Margherita. You two are the blessed roots to our family poet-tree. Richy |
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Enchantress Member Empyrean
since 2001-08-14
Posts 35113Canada eh. |
Oh my...one of my latest passions is hugging trees. Perhaps you have heard. Beautiful write and photo. Love to you, Nancy Life isn't about how to survive the storm... |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Martie ~ I've been hugging trees for many years, now. ~ and I always get back more than I give! lol Linda |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Suthern One ~ Thank you! I always enjoy you stopping by! Your comments bring never fail to put a smile on my face! Love 'n a hug, Linda |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Richy ~ ...but, ole Chap, you are a very sweet "sap", at that! ~ and you say the sweetest 'thangs'! Thank you! Love & Tree Light, Linda Lou |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Enchanting One!!! So nice to hear from you, my fellow tree hugger! Give my love to Ole Gnarly the next time you hug him! Love you! Linda Lou |
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HelmutB Senior Member
since 2000-01-06
Posts 964Canada |
Words they cannot say Words they cannot mean Words cannot express Your creation such success! I love it, sooooooo nice! The ability to describe life with words is similar to painting a picture; both can be powerful tools. |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Helmut ~ Poetic replies are especially special! Thank you for yours! ~ "I love it, sooooooo nice!" Stand strong as a oak, yet sway as a willow, Linda |
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