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In the fields of life she grows wild and free amongst the wild flowers soaking the sun; gracing the world with her simple beauty this sweet wild flower is second to none; while spreading her seed from mountain to sea, this simple dandelion forever free. She’s seen in the meadow facing the sky; gently swaying with the warm summer breeze; perpetual motion as the day drifts by; ready to be plucked, her graces to please. The constraints of life need never apply; her freedom’s a given, we ask not why.

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Sandra L. Weiss

Date: 6/13/2018 4:42:00 AM

So sorry, John, I guess the picture of the "flower child" should have clued me in. I remember that time too! Freedom was certainly the key word. I worried about my big brother being drafted, Viet Nam War. The 60's... a long time ago.

John Gondolf
Date: 6/13/2018 6:38:00 AM

Sandy, no need to be sorry, I'm just happy that you read it and got something out of it, that's the important thing. Different people who read a poem might get something totally different out of it and that's okay. Most of my writing is pretty simple and straight forward and has no deeper meaning. But every once in a while someone will see a deeper meaning and I think that's pretty cool and wish that I had actually been thinking that when I wrote it.

Sandra L. Weiss

Date: 6/12/2018 1:02:00 PM

This is beautiful John. I can visualize your wildflower and the ones I remember from my childhood as they graced a hillside at home. A nice memory to revisit.

John Gondolf
Date: 6/12/2018 1:15:00 PM

Thank you, Sandy, I'm glad you liked it and it brought back pleasant memories. But...I was actually writing about the flower child who was laying amongst the dandelions. Most people didn't get my meaning. The picture I have attached reminded me of growing up in the '60's and it being a time of great freedom. Life was so simple then...

Line Gauthier

Date: 3/24/2018 10:49:00 PM

Back with congrats, John. Well done.

John Gondolf
Date: 3/25/2018 6:51:00 AM

Thanks, Line, I appreciate it.

Kim Rodrigues

Date: 3/22/2018 5:31:00 PM

Congrats, John! Beautiful write!

John Gondolf
Date: 3/22/2018 7:05:00 PM

Thank you so much, Kim, I appreciate your support. John

Susan Gentry

Date: 3/22/2018 3:23:00 PM

Beautiful imagery. Congrats on your win!

John Gondolf
Date: 3/22/2018 4:24:00 PM

Thank you, Susan, I appreciate your comments and visit. John

Line Gauthier

Date: 3/2/2018 7:51:00 PM

Beautiful poem makes me long for the freedom we exercise most fully in summer... Congrats on your win, John. Well done.

John Gondolf
Date: 3/3/2018 8:46:00 AM

Thanks so much, Line.

Susan Ashley

Date: 3/1/2018 6:38:00 PM

Returning with congratulations John for your excellent win with your beautifully expressed poem..

John Gondolf
Date: 3/2/2018 4:23:00 AM

Thank you, Susan, I appreciate it. John

Darlene De Beaulieu

Date: 2/28/2018 6:46:00 PM

Hello John, even though the dandelion is a weed I don't mind them one bit. It does make a dull ground look pretty. have a nice evening my friend.

John Gondolf
Date: 3/1/2018 6:05:00 AM

Thank you, Darlene, appreciate it. John

Lu Loo

Date: 2/28/2018 11:16:00 AM

how sweet with beautiful imagery portrayed, lovely poem dear John thank you and congratulations on your placement :) -luloo

John Gondolf
Date: 2/28/2018 11:24:00 AM

Thank you, Luloo, and thanks for hosting the contest. John

John Hamilton

Date: 2/17/2018 2:30:00 PM

Reminds me of the summer of 72 the song Wildflower by skylark was number 1, "be careful how you touch her, cause she'll awaken, and sleeps the only freedom that she knows" sorry got sidetracked, great song and great poem!

John Gondolf
Date: 2/17/2018 2:43:00 PM

Thanks so much, John, I had forgotten that song so I went back and listened. You're right, it was a great song; it brought back many great memories. John

Susan Ashley

Date: 2/11/2018 10:30:00 AM

John, your lovely poem is a sweet metaphoric bouquet of beautifully expressed thoughts in wondrous rhythm and rhymes. I so enjoyed your shining write this morning. Warmest wishes my friend. ~Susan

John Gondolf
Date: 2/11/2018 12:04:00 PM

Thank you, Susan, for your wonderful comments, I'm glad you enjoyed it. I always appreciate your support and encouragement my friend. John

Alexis Y.

Date: 2/7/2018 6:53:00 PM

Hi John, I saw a simple yet beautiful flower that was courageous. Her free spirit was adorned in courage. A least that's my take along with the responses you made down below. Good job:-) Alexis

John Gondolf
Date: 2/8/2018 5:16:00 AM

Thanks for your comments, Alexis. Growing up in the ‘60’s I knew many young women like this, experiencing their freedom for the first time. Such fond memories. John

Kim Rodrigues

Date: 2/7/2018 6:56:00 AM

Favorite! So beautiful!

John Gondolf
Date: 2/7/2018 7:05:00 AM

Thanks so much, Kim, I'm glad you enjoyed and thanks for the Fave! John

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 2/6/2018 5:53:00 PM

I was wondering about the girl being the flower but I did not see how she would be spreading her seed. Maybe if it was seeds of joy!!

John Gondolf
Date: 2/7/2018 7:07:00 AM

Good point, Andrea, women don't spread there seed around as men do. John

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 2/5/2018 6:37:00 PM

a beautiful tribute to a simple flower!

John Gondolf
Date: 2/5/2018 6:48:00 PM

Thanks for your comments, Andrea, perhaps the “wild flower” I’m paying tribute to is the young woman, lying amongst the dandelions. John

Tom Cunningham

Date: 2/5/2018 12:35:00 PM

That put a thought in my mind of a field in summertime with a scattering of wild flowers. Peaceful. Beautifully done John. Regards Tom.

John Gondolf
Date: 2/5/2018 5:35:00 PM

Thanks, Tom. Here in Texas spring is the time when the wild flowers thrive, particularly the bluebonnets. They are truly beautiful.

Jan Allison

Date: 2/5/2018 10:53:00 AM

what a beautiful metaphor John may this wild flower continue to grow and flourish:-) hugs jan xx

John Gondolf
Date: 2/5/2018 5:33:00 PM

Thanks for your comments, Jan, and the visit. John

Rhoda Tripp

Date: 2/5/2018 7:35:00 AM

Awww... John. This metaphorical write is so very beautifully penned. It's obvious this woman is a bit wild and mysterious. Oh, to be her! I love this poem. It is definitely a FAV!

John Gondolf
Date: 2/5/2018 7:51:00 AM

Thank you, Rhoda, the picture reminded me of the 1960's when life was so simple and free...and those of us who are old enough to remember it, remember the feeling.