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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Watt Avatar
October 12, 2016 at 8:59 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
Grasso Avatar
October 12, 2016 at 9:58 AM
Love the way you write, Joyce! Congratulations! ...Fran
Yvonne Avatar
September 29, 2014 at 11:30 PM
Congratulations on your win for this gorgeous wreath of words.
Allison Avatar
September 29, 2014 at 5:07 PM
beautifully penned many congrats on your win:-) hugs jan xxx
Meier-Hans Avatar
September 29, 2014 at 3:10 PM
You did this so beautifully Joyce. Congratulations on your win.
Richards Avatar
September 29, 2014 at 2:43 PM
This is so lovely, Joyce! I can see why it did so well in Nette's contest!! :) Congratulations!
Dietrich Avatar
August 7, 2012 at 9:34 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.
Bauer Avatar
August 6, 2012 at 4:43 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.
Poet Avatar
August 5, 2012 at 10:25 PM
Beautiful poem Joyce.Best wishes to you.
Ramage Avatar
August 5, 2012 at 10:16 PM
Very well done. I can see the wreath of words. Lee
Grisetti Avatar
August 5, 2012 at 8:41 PM
A well done wreath. I am still struggling with this form, but yours flows so well.
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