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A Voice In the Wind

Far above a timbered valley -- High up on a mountain peak -- The beauty of the day surrounds me As I listen to the breezes speak. Serenity caresses my soul -- Gentle winds tune each leaf they touch -- Until a symphony is heard By senses not attuned to such. I question the source of this artistry. And, as resonant chords the winds pursue, Lyric breezes sing their songs And flood my mind with thoughts of you. So, I listen for a voice in the wind -- As I wait for your spirit to pass by. When I reach for a hand meant for me The spell is broken by a sigh.

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Audrey Hays

Date: 4/10/2013 2:19:00 PM

I see what you meant by how our poems seem to connect in the way they're written. My main focus when I write is to go straight from my head and then judge the result

Kim Merryman

Date: 3/31/2013 4:46:00 PM

Beautiful imagery, John! Congrats on your win! Love, Kim

Roy Jerden

Date: 3/30/2013 7:33:00 AM

I think this might be the first of your I have read, John. Every syllable sings! The rhythm is excellent and the length is perfect - long enough to set up the theme, develop the thought, and end just right. Going in my fav's! Congratulations!

John Posey
Date: 3/30/2013 10:03:00 AM

I appreciate your inspiring comments. I will be visiting soon....Thanks, my friend.... Jake

Len Gasun

Date: 3/30/2013 6:13:00 AM

This is also a great masterpiece and I so much enjoyed reading it! Big big congratulations on your super win too my dear friend, John! You're such a great poet with amazing talent as well. Thanks for sharing your piece and again, for your inspiring comments! love and hugs, Leonora

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 3/30/2013 1:07:00 AM

this is wonderful, and serene. Congrats on your win in Anything goes contest.

John Posey
Date: 3/30/2013 5:16:00 AM

This was written some time ago on vacation in the Smoky Mountains. I've kept it close knowing it would be an award winner some day.... Thanks for the kudos..... Jake

Poet Destroyer A

Date: 3/29/2013 8:30:00 PM

John, Congratulations with your "Any Poem Goes" in my contest. It was an honor in hosting this contest once again. Take care and enjoy the up coming Easter Holiday. Goodnight*Always*LINDA

John Posey
Date: 3/30/2013 5:11:00 AM

Thank you, dearest Linda. A win in your contest is a pure joy for me. I've always thought this one was a sleeper. It is as close to a classic as I will ever come..... Love ya .... Jake

Richard Lamoureux

Date: 11/5/2012 6:17:00 AM

It sounds like a mountain to here in British Columbia. You did a great job of capturing the experience.

Joseph May

Date: 11/5/2012 6:07:00 AM

nice write.....enjoyed