Calm

Calmness is what my soul yearns for, waves gently kissing sandy shore, raindrops caressing roses' blooms breeze ruffling leaves as if to groom. Hints of honeysuckle's worn vine, breathing its fragrance, so divine. Wildflower patches make me smile, lilacs and pinks--so brief a while. Creeks trickling over mossy stones, to join a stream, its path unknown. Walking in forest, fragrant pines, one with nature, feeling sublime. To read a poem causing tears; lovely music snuggling my ears. To wake from a magical dream, finding calm--both icing and cream January 14, 2022 "C Form - Couplet Poetry Contest" Calm sponsored by Constance La France Syllable Counter: P.S. Syllable Counter

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Michelle Faulkner

Date: 1/31/2022 3:04:00 PM

I'm happy to return to congratulate you on your win, enjoyed reading this a second time-

Ann Peck
Date: 4/24/2022 5:27:00 PM

Thanks, Michelle :)

Paula Goldsmith

Date: 1/31/2022 7:42:00 AM

Congratulations on your win. A "Wonderful" write. We all need calm in our lives. Have a blessed day/week.............

Ann Peck
Date: 1/31/2022 9:46:00 AM

Dear Paula, You're so kind to comment. Yes, we really do need calm. Take care :)

Christuraj Alex

Date: 1/31/2022 6:29:00 AM

"Calmness is what my soul yearns for" - beautifully begun and well written. Congratulations!

Ann Peck
Date: 1/31/2022 9:44:00 AM

Thank you, Christuraj :) We need calm in today's chaos! I appreciate your comments!

Constance La France

Date: 1/30/2022 3:02:00 PM

Ann, congratulations on your Second Place win in my C Forms - Couplet contest with your wonderfully penned poem ~Constance

Ann Peck
Date: 1/30/2022 3:34:00 PM

Thank you so much, Constance. I enjoyed the contest.

Joanna Daniel

Date: 1/20/2022 5:50:00 AM

I love this one, Ann:) was thinking about writing on the same theme, still in my mind, but yours is outstanding:)

Ann Peck
Date: 1/22/2022 8:26:00 AM

Thanks, Jo. I know the one you write will be beautiful :)

Ann Peck

Date: 1/16/2022 8:44:00 AM

I just read your poem. It's interesting how alike our poems are--must be two great minds :) I find water so calming and yet I have none :) I live in desert--lots of trees and bushes, but no water, except in dribbles or torrents. But times I've been by lakes or creeks, I've felt peace. Take good care, my friend.

Michelle Faulkner

Date: 1/15/2022 11:33:00 AM

I see we think alike, Ann, I did the same theme for Constance's contest! I really like the vivid imagery of nature here, especially 'raindrops caressing rose in bloom' and 'creeks trickling over mossy stone' - nature is where I go for tranquility too! Best wishes for the contest~

L Milton Hankins

Date: 1/14/2022 12:48:00 PM

Beautiful, calming poem, Ann. I thoroughly enjoyed reading it, and I am wishing you the best in Constance's contest.

Ann Peck
Date: 1/16/2022 8:48:00 AM

Thanks for your comments, Milton. Earth could sure use a blanket of calm right now :) Take care.

Heidi Sands

Date: 1/14/2022 12:21:00 PM

Lovely poem. I enjoyed this Ann :)