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Beautiful Days to Remember
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Beautiful Days to Remember |
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aziza Member Elite
since 2006-07-09
Posts 2995Lumpy Oatmeal makes me Crazy! |
Everyone still marvels over the beauty of the flowers this summer Wild roses, in delicate paper shades of pink, peeked out among forest leaves Their fragrance enticed all to stop and inhale Breath in, breath out And taste the scent of rose petals on your tongue I asked what the purple flowers were that carpeted the roadsides “Weeds,” someone sniffed in disdain, “probably invasive weeds.” And I thought if those are invasive, I hope they found a welcoming home here. Deep purples contrasted with shades of violet to cover acres of gravel Yes, I hope they stay. Dandelions, wild iris, fireweed in a brilliant spectrum of pink Yellow dancing daisies in the sun, brown eyes inquisitive The beauty of the flowers was indescribable Yet, I try to paint them for you. Summer ended and fall swept in, waving golden leaves in triumph Ever so competitive and not to be outdone Oh, no, fall never takes a place in the wings And everyone speaks of the amazing beauty of this autumn Have you ever seen one like it? This fall is the most spectacular – the very most splendid Forest floors plants carpet in reds and orange Mixing together in disharmonious harmony Clashing in competition to catch an eye, vying for all the attention What a glorious transition from one time of incredible beauty to another Each day looking as if it belongs on a jigsaw puzzle box Displayed as the perfect photograph in 1,000 pieces And every one still marvels over the beauty of the flowers this summer Alison [This message has been edited by aziza (09-14-2007 10:56 PM).] |
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Bronzeage Member
since 2007-07-20
Posts 197 |
Very well done. Thank you. Type II poet. Its worth the work. |
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aziza Member Elite
since 2006-07-09
Posts 2995Lumpy Oatmeal makes me Crazy! |
BronzeAge I read all your poems - and am delighted that you stopped by and enjoyed this. Thank you, A |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
"a glorious transition", indeed! This poem appealed to many of my senses which in turn increased my reading pleasure! You truly are a lovely poetess. I do so enjoy reading your poetry.  ~ and I marvel not only at the beauty of the flowers, but also at the beauty of your words. Sending a hug of love, Linda |
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A Romantic Heart Member Ascendant
since 1999-09-03
Posts 5496Forever In Your Heart |
Alli,  You are a gifted writer, very detailed, Your choice of words, descriptive, drew me in more and more. A Beautiful poem, from such a beauiful poets heart...thank you for allowing us to see Beautiful days to remember through your eyes....and they will be remembered!  by the Fall/autumn is my favorite time of the year! Warm Hugs My Friend  You know you're in love, when you can't fall asleep,because reality is finally better than your dream~Dr.Seuss |
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IntoTheRain Member
since 2006-01-29
Posts 51Westwood, CA |
Nice, I really enjoyed your poem! I would even venture to say that your sense of apparent optimism is a welcome read. |
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secondhanddreampoet Member Ascendant
since 2006-11-07
Posts 6394a 'Universalist' ! |
a grand-fine lovely 'write'! [Each year, I seem to face 'FALL-ing into Winter!' with increasing trepidation, but this penning will assuredly ease the transition!] v. serious, long-sustained applause!! |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
OH, you have made me see brilliant fireweed again! Fireweed, wild iris, wild rose and foreget-me-nots covered my Alaska yard. Sigh, now....though I miss Alaska, I intend to enjoy the Appalachians in their fall blanket. |
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LeeJ Member Patricius
since 2003-06-19
Posts 13296 |
this was so beautifully done, yanno, I've been putting off getting our garden ready for winter....b/c the flowers are still so lovely, but perhaps next week, I'll start putting some flowers to bed for winter. Loved this.... Everyone still marvels over the beauty of the flowers this summer Wild roses, in delicate paper shades of pink, peeked out among forest leaves Their fragrance enticed all to stop and inhale Breath in, breath out And taste the scent of rose petals on your tongue |
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The Lady Member Rara Avis
since 2005-12-26
Posts 7634The Southwest |
The difference between a weed and a flower is simply a judgment and the perfect photograph is here Alison... in your words |
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Roniece Dawson-Bruce Member Ascendant
since 2000-01-29
Posts 5689Sydney, Australia |
Alison... your words are perfect! as always my friend ... enjoyed RDB x Be kind at heart....for everyone you meet has their own battle to fight......... |
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JamesMichael Member Empyrean
since 1999-11-16
Posts 33336Kapolei, Hawaii, USA |
Enjoyed...James |
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Margherita Member Seraphic
since 2003-02-08
Posts 22236Eternity |
You fixed this picture of flowers brilliantly. A very gratifying read! Love, Margherita |
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Marchmadness Member Rara Avis
since 2007-09-16
Posts 9271So. El Monte, California |
Very nice, I enjoyed it. Ida |
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JL Member Ascendant
since 2004-04-01
Posts 6128Texas, USA |
"What a glorious transition from one time of incredible beauty to another Each day looking as if it belongs on a jigsaw puzzle box Displayed as the perfect photograph in 1,000 pieces And every one still marvels over the beauty of the flowers this summer" Remarkable vision in your “Beautiful Days to Remember” JL  Blessed are those who are generous, because they feed the poor. |
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Honeybunch Member Rara Avis
since 2001-12-29
Posts 7115South Africa |
You've painted a beautiful picture for us, Alison. Thank you. |
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Marge Tindal
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
Aziza~ A kaleidoscope of lovely ink to portray the beauty of the blanket of flowers~ *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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aziza Member Elite
since 2006-07-09
Posts 2995Lumpy Oatmeal makes me Crazy! |
Thank you all for the beauty of your words and the warmth of your friendship. A |
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