Enchanted by Trees at Twilight

 “When leaves fall from the trees, do not despair, 
there’s beauty in a tree that’s stripped bare.”

Once I encountered trees looking divine
Sun had just set and the trees were sublime 
A scene that was a magnificent find
The image will stay forever in mind.

Silhouette trees enchanted by twilight
Stately they stood adorning the skylight
On the cusp between winter and autumn
The trees were bare, as their leaves had fallen.

I’ll never forget that elegant scene
In my mind the picture is safely screened
If I never see such a vision again
In my heart it lives, in a golden frame.

Alike a setting in a fairytale 
For me the beauty soared off the scale
‘Twas nature displayed at her very best
A moment that was truly heaven blessed.

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Duke Beaufort

Date: 2/14/2025 11:48:00 AM

Beryl, you do have a great style. I love that you cite fairytales in your poetry. It's a lovely vision of beauty and happiness! Smiles!!

Linda Alice Fowler

Date: 1/13/2025 2:01:00 PM

I do love Nature and trees are fascinating. They speak, listen, sing, hum...very lively and mystical beings with the beauty you've depicted in your words. :)

Ann Foster

Date: 12/30/2024 8:43:00 AM

This was lovely, and I enjoyed reading it more thank one time. It is now a favorite. God bless you and your family. Prayers for the best New YEAR... Ann

Susan Ashley

Date: 12/23/2024 12:10:00 PM

Dear Beryl, I too, am enchanted by trees at twilight, especially when stripped of their leaves, their bare bones against the cold sky.. the imagery of your poem is charming and brings me to the scene with ease. Beautiful! Warmest wishes, my poet friend.. ~Susan

Beryl Edmonds
Date: 12/28/2024 3:22:00 AM

Thank you so much dear Susan, I’ve always loved trees, they are a fascination. Warm wishes in return… Beryl

Heidi Sands

Date: 12/22/2024 2:17:00 PM

This is true. I can relate to this as I view so many things in nature. Very well written. Thanks for sharing this beauty :)

Beryl Edmonds
Date: 12/28/2024 3:20:00 AM

Thank you Heidi, nature is wonderful, so much to see… Beryl

John Read

Date: 12/21/2024 10:27:00 AM

Hi sister Beryl, A tree stripped bare still has beauty,sending you and Alan my best wishes for Christmas and the new year. xx

Silent One

Date: 12/21/2024 7:46:00 AM

I like how your poem captures a fleeting yet deeply meaningful moment in nature, where the bare trees, illuminated by twilight, symbolize a deeper beauty found in simplicity and transition. Your reverence for this scene is clear, and the imagery and tone convey a profound appreciation for the natural world. This poem speaks to the idea that beauty can be found in unexpected places, and it encourages the reader to find grace and elegance in all stages of life, even in moments of change or loss.