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Before the World Wakes

Willows bend over a celadon lake, 
                              Like village women in dawn’s stealthy light, 
                                Rinsing their hair ere the daffodils wake, 
                             And birds crochet the air with chorus bright, 
                             ‘Neath a lone cloud turning gossamer white.

Copyright © Bernard Chan | Year Posted 2018

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David Smith Date: 1/14/2018 1:02:00 AM Glad I stopped by. Simple yet very effective piece Bernard. I like your style and the fact you are not trying to copy anyone. Poem perfect length. No wasted words. You stuck to subject. Well done. Will read more of your work. Best regards David in NZ Login to Reply Bernard Chan Date: 1/14/2018 4:13:00 AM Hi David, thank you very much for dropping by and for your kind words. Much appreciated.

Susan Ashley Date: 1/6/2018 9:41:00 PM Oh Bernard, just stunning. Absolutely breathtaking throughout, but especially your first three lines, which are exquisite. The beautiful moments of dawn are adorned lushly with your gorgeous content and imagery. Star dusted poetry! Warmest wishes my friend.. ~Susan Login to Reply Bernard Chan Date: 1/7/2018 7:53:00 AM Susan, thank you for being always so encouraging and supportive. You're an angel :)

Arturo Michael Date: 1/6/2018 3:05:00 AM What a beautiful description, using a village woman to visualize the willow...Nice one...Blessings to you Bernard Login to Reply Bernard Chan Date: 1/6/2018 6:34:00 AM Thanks a lot. Much appreciated. And same to you, Arturo.