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Trillium 
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA 
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Across the Stream There is a span across the stream, Where dragonflies and lilies dream. A wooden arch, from side to side And underneath, the fat trout hide. With its green paint, it's hard to see The bridge, against the willow tree, Until you're close and there it stands, A pathway to forbidden lands. The other side is thick with trees. The faintest path is all one sees, That disappears into the brush, Inhabited by wren and thrush. Mysterious, it seems to be. Enticing and it beckons me, But from my garden side, I know, There's little chance that I will go Explore, to find the wonders there. The owner doesn't want to share! There is a gate upon that end Across the bridge, to clearly send This message to whoever could Think of wandering in his wood. So I'll enjoy what I can see And leave him to his privacy! Betty Lou Hebert Published by Poetry in Motion, 1995 [This message has been edited by Trillium (12-11-2002 12:07 AM).] |
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midnightblues Senior Member
since 2000-07-01
Posts 1597Singapore |
Betty dear, your poem wows me with its prettiness and cheekiness *winkZ* teehee wondrous!!! Love Michelle If there cannot be equal in affection, then let the one with more be me - midnightblues™ |
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juliet_2u Senior Member
since 2000-07-23
Posts 1125North Carolina |
Betty, I was so excited about going further and exploring more. I was sitting here smiling as I could see all you were describing. As tempting as it was I think you did the right thing in not sneaking on, lol. What a fun read. Thanks for sharing. Hugs, Juls |
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Joyce Johnson
since 2001-03-10
Posts 9912Washington State |
This is too pretty to miss Betty, but I won't be able to read much until probably a few days before Christmas. I'll find them. Love, Joyce |
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Trillium
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA |
Michelle: Thanks for commenting. Glad you liked this. Betty Lou Hebert |
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Trillium
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA |
Juls: Anything forbidden is always tempting, but, I really was rather afraid of my neighbor "across the stream". Betty Lou Hebert |
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Trillium
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA |
Joyce: Thanks for responding and hope you enjoy your time away! Betty Lou Hebert |
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Aenimal Member Rara Avis
since 2002-11-18
Posts 7350the ass-end of space |
Excellent wordplay and wit! raph |
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Trillium
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA |
Raph: Thanks for commenting. I appreciate it. Betty Lou Hebert |
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scorpio Member Ascendant
since 2002-10-02
Posts 5178right...there |
Very enticing write...I'd love to cross that bridge just once to revel in the natural beauty that lies on the other side of the stream...maybe if a group of us from pip went with you it would be alright??? believe in what your heart feels... |
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Trillium
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA |
scorpio: What a great idea. there's safety in numbers you know! Thanks for commenting. Betty Lou Hebert |
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pegasus111 Member Elite
since 2000-07-27
Posts 2219ocala, fl, usa |
how sad that you are unable to satisfy your curiosity. what a shame to fence up the worlds beauty. but, perhaps in your minds eye, you can conjur a vision more beautiful than that which you seek. after all, you are a poet...  the woods are lovely, dark, and deep, but I have promises to keep, and many miles to go before I sleep...Frost |
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Trillium
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA |
pegasus111: Thanks for your comments. I know what my side of the stream looked like, so I can imagine the other side is equally lovely! Betty Lou Hebert |
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aries_luv_ppl Senior Member
since 2001-09-20
Posts 1448Universal Mind |
such lovely image of landscape. I can see it in my eyes. Love your work as always. Eliza Simmons |
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Trillium
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA |
Eliza: Thank you. I always enjoy your comments. Betty Lou Hebert |
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