A Hush

There was a hush over the land
not even a blade of grass stirred.
The sun beamed down in delight
and flowers opened their petals.

The lake sparkled and shone
its waves lapping the shore.
The odd fish leapt up at flies
then swiftly sunk back down.

The forest trees seemed to part
leaving a faint winding path.
Then into the shady clearing
she daintily stepped out.

As she appeared a ripple,
a ripple of excitement.
Gleaming coat of silver
as the sun highted her.

She stood there poised
as her ears flicked listening.
A sculpture of beauty
with rippling muscles.

It was that most elusive creature
with a spiral horn in her head.
That gracefully walked to drink
when done she faded into shadow

Once more the forest came alive
on the ground a silver hair
giving proof to the legend
that indeed Unicorns still live.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2014

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Neels Avatar
December 19, 2014 at 2:40 AM
Love the images in this gem Shadow ;) enjoyed it this morning xx
Mcdaid Avatar
December 17, 2014 at 3:09 AM
excellent pen linda dear pal
Dietrich Avatar
December 15, 2014 at 3:25 PM
It's cool that you have been to Tangier. So you know well about the poverty there. Let me see this poem you have written now!!
Kendrick Avatar
December 15, 2014 at 7:18 AM
Wonderful work..Enjoyed reading it this morning..Thanks for the visit to my page..Sara
Hamilton Avatar
December 15, 2014 at 5:45 PM
ty Sara hugs
Sivey Avatar
December 15, 2014 at 6:02 AM
You know who loves unicorns don't you? PD does! She would love this poem! But you know who else loves this poem? ME!! This is such a spectacular write my friend! I really enjoyed reading this awesome poem this morning! What a delightful piece you have written here Shadow! I truly enjoyed it! Great Work!!
Hamilton Avatar
December 15, 2014 at 6:14 AM
Hi dearest Russell you must have been reading this as I read your poem lol. Yes PD does love Unicorns as do I. Hoping you will be posting some more of your excellent poems in the near future hugs
Meade Avatar
December 14, 2014 at 8:13 PM
Loved seeing a unicorn -- and loved your poem. Sweet and peaceful -- just what I needed.
Hamilton Avatar
December 15, 2014 at 5:34 AM
ty David hugs
Marcum Wong Avatar
December 14, 2014 at 7:44 PM
A lovely scene you have painted with your words Shadow. Serene and beautiful!
Hamilton Avatar
December 15, 2014 at 5:34 AM
ty Connie hugs
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