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A Woodland Walk

The woodland forest is a canopy of green Stately hickory and sycamores welcome Harbingers of the summer soon to appear Young ground squirrels, newly-born deer As I stroll old paths I remember so fondly Over the hill and down through yon glen Laden with memories of youth exploring Natural wonders in their pristine glory The springtime is best for a walk like this When the blue sky sifts through the trees Creating dust shadows through the branches Sometimes dewy mists hover overhead Giving the tall long-needle pines a crown Sweet smell of honeysuckles lingering I remember them from those days of yore And vow a return to reminisce another time written June 2, 2021 FIRST PLACE WINNER Brian Strand's "All Yours" Contest June 3, 2021

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Caren Krutsinger

Date: 6/5/2021 5:27:00 AM

Such marvelous imagery, it makes me want to take a walk in the woods. Wait! The last time I did I had 13 wood ticks eating my back.

L Milton Hankins
Date: 6/8/2021 11:31:00 AM

Oh my goodness, don't wade in the woods...walk the well-worn paths and check yourself out along the way. Ticks are not only troublesome, but deer ticks can cause a lot of anguish.

Maurice Rigoler

Date: 6/3/2021 7:19:00 AM

Gosh, I haven;t taken a walk in the woods in ages, much less my local park. Your delightful poem was the next best thing. Many of my long narratives include descriptions of nature, a love I've had since my boyhood. An enjoyable read. Thanks for posting it, / Maurice

L Milton Hankins
Date: 6/3/2021 8:22:00 AM

Thank you, Maurice. I'd suggest that you go for a woodland walk. It's about time. Refresh your soul!

Kenneth Cheney

Date: 6/3/2021 6:23:00 AM

Your poem takes my mind to the woods and a fine springtime walk. The very essence of great poetry, language that takes our minds places. Loved it.

L Milton Hankins
Date: 6/3/2021 8:24:00 AM

Thank you so much for your complimentary comment, Kenneth. I actually wrote the poem on my I-phone while sitting in the woodland. Glad you enjoyed it.

Virginia Gelok

Date: 6/2/2021 5:34:00 PM

We have beautiful woodlands to trail through. Such a pleasure on a sunny day. Hope you get to go again and enjoy your walk.

L Milton Hankins
Date: 6/2/2021 7:01:00 PM

Thanks so much for your read and thoughtful comment, Virginia. I appreciated it so much.

Anselmo Boles

Date: 6/2/2021 3:16:00 PM

An enchanting piece Milton! Wonderful. I was transported deep within the forest, motes of dust floating amid sunbeams, made life meaningful again. Thanks...ab

L Milton Hankins
Date: 6/2/2021 4:26:00 PM

Thank you so much, Anselmo. I am so glad you enjoyed my little walk into the woods.

Tom Cunningham

Date: 6/2/2021 2:48:00 PM

Great imagery Milton, I was walking there with you, Tom

L Milton Hankins
Date: 6/2/2021 4:27:00 PM

Thanks so much, Tom. I enjoyed the companionship. Thanks!

David Scott

Date: 6/2/2021 1:54:00 PM

A sense of longing yes nature the sound of bird song makes you feel grounded love the flow and Reminds me of a poem l read by william worss worth thankyou for stoping by davidscott

L Milton Hankins
Date: 6/2/2021 4:28:00 PM

Thank you, David. I appreciated your read and your sensitive comment.