Bristle

I hear the palm trees bristle
               do they not like the breeze
could they be angry that the sun
                           has hidden its appeal

Perhaps they share my thoughts
                       intending to appease
That I am not the only one
                    that they know how I feel

I watch them through my window
                      as if they wave to me
hypnotic in their soft advance
                          I just can’t turn away

Imploring as they bristle
              to hear their winsome plea
to give the sun another chance
                    to grace a brand new day
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Sands Avatar
August 25, 2025 at 9:05 AM
I missed this beautiful POTD. Congratulations Mike . Your writing is captivating :) I hope you have a nice day. Keep up the great writing !
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August 25, 2025 at 9:12 AM
Thank you so much Heidi!!
Doll Avatar
August 22, 2025 at 7:19 AM
Mike, great poem. I enjoyed it very much. Happy Friday~ Warren
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August 22, 2025 at 9:16 AM
Thank you Warren and happy Friday!!
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August 10, 2025 at 11:30 AM
Hello Mike Gentle, i have enjoyed this poem. Just a thought , i think in some way that trees do talk to one another. Happy Sunday my friend. /Darlene xx-oo
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August 14, 2025 at 4:29 PM
Hello Mike. How are you? You are very welcome. Enjoy your evening my friend. Happy Thursday. xxoo Darlene
Gentile Avatar
August 14, 2025 at 4:06 PM
Thanks so much Darlene xxoo
Buhagiar Avatar
August 7, 2025 at 5:55 AM
Well done for your POTD. A lovely poem.
Gentile Avatar
August 7, 2025 at 9:51 AM
Thank you Victor!
Gauthier Avatar
August 6, 2025 at 7:05 PM
Beautiful POTD ~ congrats, Mike.
Gentile Avatar
August 7, 2025 at 9:51 AM
Thank you Line xxoo
Rodgers Avatar
August 4, 2025 at 4:30 AM
Hello Mike, There’s something so gently prophetic in your words just the way the palm trees become more than trees, almost like quiet companions carrying your emotion on their leaves. Congrats on POTD! Blessings, Mike, Daniel
Gentile Avatar
August 5, 2025 at 4:11 AM
Thank you so much Daniel!!!
Nicole Avatar
August 3, 2025 at 1:49 PM
Allow ' the sun another chance to grace a brand new day. ' While watching through the window. Such a beautiful image to behold. Congratulations Mike, on Poem of the Day. Many wonderful blessings to you. :) Hugs, Brandy
Gentile Avatar
August 4, 2025 at 3:59 AM
Brandy, thank you so much xxoo
Allison Avatar
August 3, 2025 at 10:48 AM
wonderful imagery and personification Mike, enjoy your POTD honour:-) hugs Jan xx
Gentile Avatar
August 3, 2025 at 1:41 PM
Thank you sweet Jan xxoo
Baker Avatar
August 3, 2025 at 10:05 AM
Those swaying branches can be hypnotic, Mike. Congratulations on your POTD, my friend. Enjoy your special day of recognition. Bill
Gentile Avatar
August 3, 2025 at 1:41 PM
Thank you so much Bill!!!
Gifford Avatar
August 3, 2025 at 8:56 AM
Hello Mike, Congratulations on winning POTD with your beautiful poem. It is an enjoyable read. Wishing you a wonderful day as you celebrate.
Gentile Avatar
August 3, 2025 at 1:40 PM
Thank you so much Zyrool!
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August 3, 2025 at 8:50 AM
Gorgeous writing. I am forever impressed by your talent. Congratulations on POTD honours! Enjoy your day Mike, xomo
Gentile Avatar
August 3, 2025 at 1:40 PM
You are so kind Mo, thank you xxoo
Goldsmith Avatar
August 3, 2025 at 8:39 AM
Congratulations on your POTD win. I loved reading your wonderful "Bristle" write. Have a blessed day with your win...................
Gentile Avatar
August 3, 2025 at 1:39 PM
Thank you so much Paula xxoo
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August 3, 2025 at 8:02 AM
Congratulation on p.o.t.d! Very enjoyed read! Have a nice day :-)
Gentile Avatar
August 3, 2025 at 1:38 PM
Thank you Abdullah!!
Fowler Avatar
August 3, 2025 at 7:24 AM
Solitude in companionship with the bristling palms sounds lovely Mike. Make it a good week and Congratulation! :)
Gentile Avatar
August 3, 2025 at 1:37 PM
Thank you Linda!!
Doll Avatar
August 3, 2025 at 6:59 AM
Mike, such am imagination and great poem. Congratulations on your POTD! Happy Sunday~ Warren
Gentile Avatar
August 3, 2025 at 7:01 AM
Thank you so much Warren, Happy Sunday!!
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August 3, 2025 at 5:15 AM
am returning to congratulate you on your well-deserved POTD.
Gentile Avatar
August 3, 2025 at 6:54 AM
Sara, thank you again xxoo
Messina Avatar
August 3, 2025 at 4:55 AM
Love how you did this, Mike. Awesome! Hope all is well my friend.
Gentile Avatar
August 3, 2025 at 6:54 AM
Thank you Charlie, I hope all is well with you too!! Happy Sunday!
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August 3, 2025 at 4:49 AM
Mike, a wonderful poem, love the imagery of the palm trees in the breeze. Congratulations on POTD.
Gentile Avatar
August 3, 2025 at 6:53 AM
Thank you so much Tania xxoo
Lane Avatar
August 3, 2025 at 4:39 AM
Personification of palm trees bristling in the breeze… I can imagine the conversation. Congratulations on recognition, Mike. Your poetry always deserves accolades!
Gentile Avatar
August 3, 2025 at 6:53 AM
So nice of you to say that Lin, thank you xxoo
Winter Avatar
August 3, 2025 at 4:36 AM
Dearest Mike, congratulations on receiving the honor of POTD! Your poem definitely deserved it!! I'm soooo happy your poem got POTD! Enjoy your special day!!! My best to you, Anne
Gentile Avatar
August 3, 2025 at 6:52 AM
Thank you again Anne!!
Lawless Avatar
August 3, 2025 at 4:30 AM
thanks Mike, I needed this poetic reminder that I should do the same...
Gentile Avatar
August 3, 2025 at 4:32 AM
Thank you so much John, Happy Sunday!
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August 3, 2025 at 3:02 AM
How wonderful to have palm trees outside your window Mike. A lovely tree tribute, I love trees. Congratulations on receiving poem of the day… Beryl
Gentile Avatar
August 3, 2025 at 4:20 AM
Thank you so much Beryl, I enjoy them every morning, sharing my coffee with them so to speak!
Andresen Avatar
August 3, 2025 at 2:50 AM
- As adversity in life... the wind makes them stronger ... congratulations on your p.o.t.d., Mike :) - hugs
Gentile Avatar
August 3, 2025 at 4:19 AM
Thank you so much Anne-Lise xxoo
Seeker Avatar
August 3, 2025 at 1:47 AM
Deep, soulful musings here, Mike and insightful interconnectedness with the palm tree. Warmest congratulations on POTD
Gentile Avatar
August 3, 2025 at 4:19 AM
Thank you so much Unseeking Seeker!!
Cunningham Avatar
August 3, 2025 at 1:34 AM
Love how you describe them Mike, congratulations to you on the honour of POTD Tom
Gentile Avatar
August 3, 2025 at 4:19 AM
Thank you so much Tom! I hope you've been well!
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