Butterflies Are Free

Is there any creature prettier
Than a butterfly fluttering by
A creature of the utmost beauty
Like a rainbow high in the sky

Varied paths on wings of colour
A conspicuous fluttering flight
Darting forth from flower to flower
A delightful peaceful sight

Dancing amongst the blossoms
Drawn by the sweet smelling nectar
Preserving nature's eternal scheme 
This fanciful pollen collector

Is there any creature prettier
Than a butterfly fluttering by
A vision of pure artistry
These delicate wings on high

© Jack Ellison 2012

Copyright © | Year Posted 2012



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Date: 4/1/2018 4:13:00 AM
Some memorable moments in this piece Jack. You definitely know how to describe something beautiful. I really love the line, "Varied paths on wings of colour" and "Preserving nature's eternal scheme " Unique lines that really awe the reader. Well done! Adding to my favs. I'm fluttering on to the next! Always, Laura
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Date: 4/1/2018 7:34:00 AM
WOW!!! You can sure brighten my days Miss Laura!!! Love, Happy Jack XOXOX
Date: 11/11/2012 12:29:00 AM
Great write on the butterflies Jack they are a great part of life to enjoy.." also thank you for the comment..!
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Date: 11/11/2012 4:25:00 AM
Thank you my friend... you kind comments are much appreciated! Have a great day... cheers!
Date: 11/9/2012 1:36:00 PM
I see you've had a visit from my daughter Laila - also I love butterflies. :) Have a nice weekend. - oxox / / Anne-Lise
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Date: 11/9/2012 6:15:00 PM
Laila can't be your daughter... you're too young! What a charmer eh! LOL Love and big big hugs, Jack xox
Date: 11/9/2012 12:14:00 PM
What a wonderful vision to start my day a flutter. I wonder if Butter comes from the Butterfly and if it does why are there not more colors to choose from???
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Date: 11/9/2012 6:14:00 PM
Remember wondering about that myself when I was a wee tike... I'm still wondering! LOL Cheers!
Date: 11/9/2012 11:26:00 AM
Hey hey Jack, today I am on P.S. looking, it is a long time since I've been here but now I'm here to read your poems, in the hope that you will read my latest poem, I liked your poem a lot.P.s. I love butterflies. Hugs Laila ;o)
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Date: 11/9/2012 6:12:00 PM
Having a bit of trouble keeping up lately but I promise to definitely check out yours, my dear Laila! Love and hugs, Jack
Date: 11/9/2012 10:47:00 AM
You must have read my poem 'Trolls N Things'. It's about butterflies, too... Also my "Chimera"... Tho that one wasn't a HaHa poem. Very enjoyable read you wrote today!
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Date: 11/9/2012 6:10:00 PM
Having trouble keeping up lately but will definitely check out your latest! Love ya, girl... hugs, Jack xox
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