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A Wreath of Words

Dusk is but the lingering of day, The day so wearied from its heavy burden. Burdens which are eased by welcome night, The night when all of Nature stops to rest. Resting time for every man or woman, Man or woman caught in trap of duty. Duties now laid down in sweet exchange Exchanged for dreams of which the poet pens. Penning praise for love and lady fair, Fair ladies waiting for the twilight hour.

Copyright © | Year Posted 2012




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Date: 6/4/2021 7:00:00 AM
This is gorgeous, Joyce, and I see you are using repetends creatively. Congratulations on your fine win! Carol Louise
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Date: 10/12/2016 8:59:00 PM
Joyce, I love the form you use; how each line begins where the previous line ended, and how the last line circles around back to the beginning. Thanks for the beautiful write! Hugs ~ John
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Date: 10/12/2016 9:58:00 AM
Love the way you write, Joyce! Congratulations! ...Fran
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Date: 9/29/2014 11:30:00 PM
Congratulations on your win for this gorgeous wreath of words.
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Date: 9/29/2014 5:07:00 PM
beautifully penned many congrats on your win:-) hugs jan xxx
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Date: 9/29/2014 3:10:00 PM
You did this so beautifully Joyce. Congratulations on your win.
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Date: 9/29/2014 2:43:00 PM
This is so lovely, Joyce! I can see why it did so well in Nette's contest!! :) Congratulations!
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Date: 8/7/2012 9:34:00 PM
Joyce, I am trying to see how to do this wreath poem. Your style is very much how I am sure I will be doing mine, if I ever get around to it!!! It's to the point and simple! I like this a lot.
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Date: 8/6/2012 4:43:00 AM
great poem, joyce! i'm impressed that you're able to write so well outside of your usual style. it's rare for me to venture away from rhyme but you've done it very well here.
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Date: 8/5/2012 10:25:00 PM
Beautiful poem Joyce.Best wishes to you.
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Date: 8/5/2012 10:16:00 PM
Very well done. I can see the wreath of words. Lee
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Date: 8/5/2012 8:41:00 PM
A well done wreath. I am still struggling with this form, but yours flows so well.
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