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Grouse And Frogs Rehearsing
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Grouse And Frogs Rehearsing |
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ice Member Elite
since 2003-05-17
Posts 3404Pennsylvania |
Bright sun in February Peels-off the snow crust; An old log, black as coal (Swept by golden brooms) Becomes, A bandstand for the grouse. * Thumping on the hill; Muffled sounds of drums and bass (Behind my house) but winters Hag, is slow at changing dress; Which pushes open concert dates Two months ahead of this rehearsal. * Other entertainers wait in wings; Peepers sleep Beneath the stage-drape Leaves, that fell in autumn; Remote in gelid dreams, Heart-beats four to minute. * Resting in mock graves Near death, half-froze Behind the curtain, though In their frosted brains Repeat, natures given lines Of frog-songs they will sing; When spring time cues their chorus. * The theatre is closed, unheated, But my mind is stamped already So I try to enter, but early Signs of spring have come, Far ahead of curtain time; Have placed me harried. The guards of seasons block the door, I'm turned away, told "come back later" "Your ticket price is paid by waiting, You may enter free, at end of winter." |
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Enchantress Member Empyrean
since 2001-08-14
Posts 35113Canada eh. |
Ah Ford...how enchanting...how magical! Your imagery...incredible! Love this one m'friend...a keeper for sure. Hugs~ ~ Whatever our souls are made of, |
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Magnus
since 2001-10-10
Posts 14135South Carolina, USA |
Enjoyed this little jaunt...and when spring comes, so shall the chorus you speak of. Thanx Ice.. |
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Seymour Tabin Member Empyrean
since 1999-07-07
Posts 31720Tamarac Fla |
ice A delight to read. |
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Grover Senior Member
since 2004-01-27
Posts 1967London, ON, Canada |
Very nice! Grover. |
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Martie
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
ice.......this is wonderful!!  |
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ice Member Elite
since 2003-05-17
Posts 3404Pennsylvania |
Nancy Thank you, Your comments make me want to look deeper into hidden things and write about them... * Magnus I always listen for the frog chorus, then I know that even if it snows again, winter is defeated and must give up soon..Thank you * See more It was a 'delight' to write, Iam glad that you were delighted on the reading end.... * Grover Thank you, for reading and commenting * Martie Thank you, I am happy that your read it, I know you are close to nature and its turnings.... Again, thank you all for the replies ________ice ><> |
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passing shadows Member Empyrean
since 1999-08-26
Posts 45577displaced |
this is whimsical....very neat write! |
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Margherita Member Seraphic
since 2003-02-08
Posts 22236Eternity |
Your enchanting poem brought deep emotion. You have caught a wondrous atmosphere. It shows how deeply you perceive Nature's breath. Love, Margherita |
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Margherita Member Seraphic
since 2003-02-08
Posts 22236Eternity |
Other entertainers wait in wings; Peepers sleep Beneath the stage-drape Leaves, that fell in autumn; Remote in gelid dreams, Heart-beats four to minute. Wanted to quote the above lines .... Touched me in a special way! M. |
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Bonnie j Senior Member
since 2003-06-27
Posts 1588Ohio |
Over here, over here! I have a melody to share. They are new to this land and I 'd would love you to hear. The baby Cardinal singing off key and the baby rabbits drumming to a different beat.So come on over here. The door is not locked. Come share this new orchestra of the band called nature. Cute poem. Love and hugs Bon-Bon  |
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ice Member Elite
since 2003-05-17
Posts 3404Pennsylvania |
Dixie/Shaddow Whimsical, yes, but very real.. Thanks for reading * Margherita There is much enchantment in reality, and it tests the emotions in special ways...I live by breathing natural air...thank you second reply: The peepers are special, I know they are still alive, and that that living is the essence of hope...They are breathing shallow now in the gathered gloom, but soon their lungs swell with songs of light and love. * Bonnie What a wonderful "answer" poem, love it... "The door is not locked. Come share this new orchestra of the band called nature." Thank you..... _______ice/)___ ><> ><> ><> |
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froggy Senior Member
since 2003-06-23
Posts 1893Michigan |
Ribbit Ribbit Ribbit Ribbit Ribbit :-) A song for you. I enjoyed this one. |
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Mistletoe Angel 
since 2000-12-17
Posts 32816Portland, Oregon |
 (does happy frog hop dance) Yay! Awwwwwwww, I can't wait for the show, I want to see the matinee, yay! (smiles) God Bless You, sweet friend, your imagery is always painting your poetry with such pure colors and the onomatepoeia brings the symphony to life, I love it, we all love you so much! You have such a beautiful heart, sweet Ford, thank you for sharing!  May love and light always shine upon you! Love, Noah Eaton "You'll find something that's enough to keep you |
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vandana
since 1999-10-22
Posts 10463USA |
enjoyed |
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ice Member Elite
since 2003-05-17
Posts 3404Pennsylvania |
Hi Froggy...... I knew you would like this because it speaks of your cousins.....lol Thanks for the reply * Noah As always, a beautiful reply, Thanks for reading, it won't be long until the peepers sing... * Vandana "Enjoyed" is a wonderful one word reply, Thank you..... |
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