A Piece of Paradise 8x8

Auburn trees meander through the pines
On the hill where beauty intertwines
Distant mountains crested with snow,
Shine a piece of paradise glow

The sight is contrast filled with hope
Miles of trees to a mountain slope
I dream of the journey to take
With you to paradise, we make

11/9/18

*Entry for 8x8 poetry contest.  Sponsor:  P.S. Awtry
8 Lines.  8 Syllables.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2018

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Awtry Avatar
November 14, 2018 at 2:20 PM
You have painted a beautiful picture with your lovely words.
Sands Avatar
November 14, 2018 at 2:49 PM
Thank you P.S. I appreciate it :)
Gentile Avatar
November 13, 2018 at 8:51 AM
You must live in a very beautiful place to be inspired so by nature!! To be able to see hope as big as the mountains feels good to read! Good Luck in the contest with this lovely piece xxoo Happy Tuesday!
Sands Avatar
November 13, 2018 at 9:01 AM
Hi Mike. Yes, it is certainly beautiful here. I am grateful. Thank you very much. Happy Tuesday ! :)
May Avatar
November 9, 2018 at 6:23 PM
Beautiful imagery Heidi..Gl in the contest..
Sands Avatar
November 9, 2018 at 7:28 PM
Thanks so much. I appreciate your comment and support :)
Pandit Avatar
November 9, 2018 at 4:09 PM
A scenic and pleasant journey to paradise..best for a win, Heidi.
Sands Avatar
November 9, 2018 at 4:35 PM
Thank you so much Vijay :)
Cunningham Avatar
November 9, 2018 at 3:19 PM
Lovely verse Heidi, you're lucky to have the mountains to inspire you. Good luck. Tom.
Sands Avatar
November 9, 2018 at 3:20 PM
Thank you so much Tom :)
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