Bluebell Woods

Where hazel bushes mix with sturdy oaks
and beech trees densely grow in shades of green
the fairy flowers come in early spring
attired in clothes of violet-blue sheen.
The swathes of bluebells, like a sheet unrolled
before our eyes, breathtaking to behold! 

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This stanza is a Sexain or Sestet.
Contest: One Stanza
Sponsor: Broken Wings
Placed 4th

© 14th July 2016
Copyright © | Year Posted 2016

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Duet Avatar
August 26, 2016 at 3:45 PM
I love this. When I was a child bluebells were my favorite flowers...and I still love them.
Callus Avatar
August 26, 2016 at 4:11 PM
Thank you for yet another delightful visit, Carole! I agree with you...bluebells are beautiful and inspiring. Best regards // paul
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August 6, 2016 at 1:07 PM
I am soooooo behind with your poems which always thrill my poet bones - just not enough time! I reached out and clicked this one, knowing any would be worthy and sure enough - a lovely, one stanza delight that enthralled me, just beautiful, Paul, and please accept my belated congrats! CayCay
Callus Avatar
August 6, 2016 at 3:04 PM
You are too kind, CayCay!! but I have to admit that I love your complimentary comments:) Like you I am backwards in answering visits, etc. but happily I am making up lost ground:) Regards // paul
Adams Avatar
July 25, 2016 at 8:12 AM
A lovely poem, Paul. I've seen those "fairy flowers" myself. Your title pulled me in, and your words brought back sweet memories.
Callus Avatar
July 25, 2016 at 5:20 PM
I am so pleased you could relate to my bluebells, Cona! Thank you for reading and liking. Regards // paul
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July 24, 2016 at 2:43 PM
- Beautiful poem, Paul - Glad I stopped by this poem, a pleasure to read - Congratulations on your 4th place ..... I would put it higher :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)
Callus Avatar
July 24, 2016 at 4:07 PM
Thank you for the complimentary remarks, Anne Lise...you are kind and generous:) Hugs // paul
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July 24, 2016 at 12:46 AM
We have a blubell wood nearby, Paul. Lovely little vignette, should do well. Regards, Viv
Callus Avatar
July 24, 2016 at 10:06 AM
Thank you for the lovely comments, Viv. Hope you're managing to make up lost ground:) Regards // paul
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July 23, 2016 at 8:35 PM
Beautiful imagery, Paul! Congrats on your placement in the contest. Blessings!
Callus Avatar
July 24, 2016 at 10:01 AM
Thank you, Kim. I truly enjoyed your first placed winning entry! Best regards // paul
Hagy Avatar
July 23, 2016 at 2:12 PM
Your words took me there Paul...beautiful write:)
Callus Avatar
July 24, 2016 at 8:18 AM
Thank you Chris:) Have a lovely day! Regards // paul
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July 22, 2016 at 1:11 AM
Beautiful picture, Paul. Congrats on your win in the contest. ~karam~
Callus Avatar
July 22, 2016 at 11:53 AM
Pleased that you like it, Karam....thank you! Regards ~ paul
Haight Avatar
July 21, 2016 at 6:33 AM
Such lovely imagery, Paul. Congratulations on your fine win in the contest. Sandra
Callus Avatar
July 21, 2016 at 3:11 PM
Thank you for the lovely comments, Sandra. ~ Best regards // paul
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July 20, 2016 at 1:09 PM
Congrats on your beautiful win with this beautiful poem my lovely friend. Loved always, bl
Callus Avatar
July 20, 2016 at 5:27 PM
Thank you BL. Your winning entry is also very beautiful! Regards to you my friend. // paul
Smith Avatar
July 20, 2016 at 6:41 AM
Lovely work Paul, congratulations ...
Callus Avatar
July 20, 2016 at 5:42 PM
Thank you, Charlie! All the best...paul
Gupta Avatar
July 19, 2016 at 11:51 PM
Nice stanza ... Congratulations on your win in the contest ... Regards ..
Callus Avatar
July 20, 2016 at 5:27 PM
Thank you for reading and liking, Probir. All the best...paul
Day Avatar
July 19, 2016 at 10:07 PM
Nicely composed Sexain. Congratulations for your impressive 4th place win in the One Staza One-Only contest! Jesse
Callus Avatar
July 20, 2016 at 5:29 PM
Many thanks, Jesse. You did very well with your high placing, too. Regards // paul
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July 19, 2016 at 5:45 PM
Paul, Beautiful poem with great imagery that you can see and almost feel Richard
Callus Avatar
July 20, 2016 at 5:35 PM
Thank you for the generous comments, R.A. Yours are encouraging words! Regards // paul
Scars Avatar
July 19, 2016 at 3:46 PM
Paul, just beautiful... congrats on your placement in the contest :)-luloo
Callus Avatar
July 20, 2016 at 5:16 PM
Pleased that you enjoyed it, Laura...thank you:) I really liked your 'uplifting' winning entry! Warm regards // paul
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July 17, 2016 at 4:10 AM
Oh Paul, this is lovely. Reminds me of the wonderful photos Yvonne has sent me. Please share this at PFT. Best of luck in the contest. Blessings, Connie
Callus Avatar
July 17, 2016 at 8:53 AM
Many thanks, Connie. I have just shared with PFT; incidentally Yvonne sent me some lovely photos too, but I did not make use of hers, not wanting to abuse of her kindness. ~ All the best // paul
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July 16, 2016 at 8:01 PM
Hello Paul, Dropping by to check out some of your poetry. This rhyme piece on "Bluebell Woods" is a marvelously articulated Sexain. The imagery is exquisite and paints a memorable picture for the reader. Outstanding!! Best of Luck in the contest!! Seven/FAV!! Cheers and Best, Gary
Callus Avatar
July 17, 2016 at 3:03 AM
Good morning Gary! Such a pleasure to have you stopping by with 'marvelous' comments. Both the high rating and the fav are truly appreciated!! Best regards ~ paul
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July 16, 2016 at 4:55 PM
Being a country boy born and bred, we all have our Bluebell Woods, your poetry took me right back Paul, a wonderful experience both the poem and the memory
Callus Avatar
July 16, 2016 at 5:19 PM
So glad that I brought you back lovely memories, Harry. Nothing beats nature's beauty. Thank you for a pleasant visit! Regards // paul
Lindley Avatar
July 16, 2016 at 3:26 PM
Much color and pleasant imagery presented in so few words.. I've been thinking to write for that contest and may even yet do so..A7
Callus Avatar
July 16, 2016 at 5:10 PM
Hi Robert! So pleased to have you stopping by with your usual complimentary and encouraging feedback. I hope you are keeping well and active, my friend. ~ All the best. // paul
Y. Avatar
July 16, 2016 at 8:54 AM
Hi Paul, You have painted a beautiful picture with words. And I like what I see.Best of luck in the contes-7 ;-) Alexi
Callus Avatar
July 16, 2016 at 11:54 AM
I am glad you like my bluebell woods, Alexis...you are welcome to walk in them while their beauty lasts:) Thank you for your lovely visit and high rating. ~ Regards // paul
Duggan Avatar
July 15, 2016 at 11:28 PM
A nice one Paul, I remember seeing fields of bluebells when I was in UK, unfortunately we don't seem to get them here, probably too hot, anyway you made a beautiful Stanza out of them, good luck with the contest and take care.......Vera
Callus Avatar
July 16, 2016 at 4:41 AM
It's the same over here, Vera; I had never seen beautiful bluebell carpets before going to England (except on pictures!). Thank you for reading and liking. All the best....paul
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July 15, 2016 at 12:43 PM
wow, you thrill the senses with your 6-liner, paul.... a floral delight for me!..huggs
Callus Avatar
July 15, 2016 at 2:09 PM
Thank you Nette...I am so pleased that you like my bluebells! Have a lovely weekend...hugs // paul
Ashe Avatar
July 14, 2016 at 8:48 PM
Though this stanza rhyme scheme is new to me, your words do bring about a very visual picture of Nature's varied beauties
Callus Avatar
July 15, 2016 at 7:43 AM
I like using this rhyme scheme, Walter; something which I invented, though I suppose there might be others who use it, too. Usually, many Sexains use an abcabc scheme. Thank you for reading and commenting. Regards // paul
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July 14, 2016 at 6:13 PM
Fantastic Imagery...Just Beautiful and a Fave..: )
Callus Avatar
July 15, 2016 at 7:31 AM
Than you Charm:) Both the lovely comments and the fav are much appreciated. ~ Warm regards // paul
Allison Avatar
July 14, 2016 at 6:08 PM
delightful imagery Paul I love the bluebell woods on our Island in May time:-) hugs Jan xx
Callus Avatar
July 15, 2016 at 6:52 AM
Hi Jan! I have seen beautiful bluebell spectacles, but not in Malta, unfortunately! Thank you for liking and being the first o comment:) Hugs // paul
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