John Gondolf Poet Rhyme

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A Simple Wild Flower

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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Line Gauthier March 24, 2018 at 10:49 PM Back with congrats, John. Well done. John Gondolf March 25, 2018 at 6:51 AM Thanks, Line, I appreciate it.

Kim Rodrigues March 22, 2018 at 5:31 PM Congrats, John! Beautiful write! John Gondolf March 22, 2018 at 7:05 PM Thank you so much, Kim, I appreciate your support. John

Susan Gentry March 22, 2018 at 3:23 PM Beautiful imagery. Congrats on your win! John Gondolf March 22, 2018 at 4:24 PM Thank you, Susan, I appreciate your comments and visit. John

Line Gauthier March 2, 2018 at 7:51 PM Beautiful poem makes me long for the freedom we exercise most fully in summer... Congrats on your win, John. Well done. John Gondolf March 3, 2018 at 8:46 AM Thanks so much, Line.

Susan Ashley March 1, 2018 at 6:38 PM Returning with congratulations John for your excellent win with your beautifully expressed poem.. John Gondolf March 2, 2018 at 4:23 AM Thank you, Susan, I appreciate it. John

Darlene De Beaulieu February 28, 2018 at 6:46 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 March 1, 2018 at 6:05 AM Thank you, Darlene, appreciate it. John

Beautiful Scars February 28, 2018 at 11:16 AM how sweet with beautiful imagery portrayed, lovely poem dear John thank you and congratulations on your placement :) -luloo John Gondolf February 28, 2018 at 11:24 AM Thank you, Luloo, and thanks for hosting the contest. John

John Hamilton February 17, 2018 at 2:30 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 February 17, 2018 at 2:43 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 February 11, 2018 at 10:30 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 February 11, 2018 at 12:04 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. February 7, 2018 at 6:53 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 February 8, 2018 at 5:16 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 February 7, 2018 at 6:56 AM Favorite! So beautiful! John Gondolf February 7, 2018 at 7:05 AM Thanks so much, Kim, I'm glad you enjoyed and thanks for the Fave! John

Andrea Dietrich February 6, 2018 at 5:53 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 February 7, 2018 at 7:07 AM Good point, Andrea, women don't spread there seed around as men do. John

Andrea Dietrich February 5, 2018 at 6:37 PM a beautiful tribute to a simple flower! John Gondolf February 5, 2018 at 6:48 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 February 5, 2018 at 12:35 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 February 5, 2018 at 5:35 PM Thanks, Tom. Here in Texas spring is the time when the wild flowers thrive, particularly the bluebonnets. They are truly beautiful.

Jan Allison February 5, 2018 at 10:53 AM what a beautiful metaphor John may this wild flower continue to grow and flourish:-) hugs jan xx John Gondolf February 5, 2018 at 5:33 PM Thanks for your comments, Jan, and the visit. John

Rhoda Tripp February 5, 2018 at 7:35 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 February 5, 2018 at 7:51 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.