Campfire Dreams

It's quiet in the woods beyond
And not far from a fishing pond
We sit and watch the embers glow
Enjoying roasted marshmallow

Build up the fire with layers of wood
It feels so warm and smells so good
The crackling adding to the calm
Soothing my soul just like a balm

Lost in the fragrance of the flame
All cares are gone,my wild heart tame
We listen to it burst and spark
Contrasting with the utter dark

Deep in the forest squirrels and deer
And other creatures hover near
I hear them stirring quietly
And sense their curiosity

The blaze grows dim,we'll soon retire
And leave this beautiful campfire
It smokes and starts to disappear
Stark silence now is what we hear

As I lay down and sleep resume
I still can smell the fire's perfume
Just can't wait till tomorrow night
The fire will bloom and shed it's light







* for Sounds and Smells contest
sponsored by Frank Herrera
Copyright © | Year Posted 2010

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Mehta Avatar
October 26, 2010 at 11:55 AM
Congrats on HM in contest......Luv/Best wishes...........Hitendra Mehta
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October 25, 2010 at 10:38 AM
Congratulations Deb on your HM in Frank's contest. Love, Carol
Dietrich Avatar
October 23, 2010 at 9:11 PM
Hey, you did the same theme as I did. WEll, it's nice we both got HMs at least. congratulations, Deb. I really like this one a lot! Luv, Andrea
Mannan Avatar
October 22, 2010 at 9:42 PM
A lovely one you have here Deb. Many congratulations for this win.
K. Avatar
October 22, 2010 at 6:54 PM
mmm this sure was a cozy poem, enjoyed reading this one very much, Deb :) congrats! -- nikko :)
Richards Avatar
October 21, 2010 at 5:57 PM
A memory I can share.....what fun, and what a peaceful sweet poem this is!! Congratulations on your win, Deb! :)
Mehta Avatar
October 21, 2010 at 4:01 PM
Congratulations on this well deserved win in the contetst, Deb
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October 21, 2010 at 3:39 PM
Congratulations on your win..Sara
Sweetheart Avatar
October 21, 2010 at 2:35 PM
Congrats Deb on your HM in Frank's contest with this wonderful write.. enjoy your special honor tonight with luv ..
Johnson Avatar
October 21, 2010 at 1:47 PM
Great entry. congratulations on your win. Love, Joyce
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October 21, 2010 at 1:11 PM
Deb, Congratulations on your success in Frank's contest! Love, Carolyn
Chappell Avatar
October 16, 2010 at 5:15 AM
a wonderful thought here again my friend thank you duncan
Muzzey Avatar
October 10, 2010 at 11:20 AM
A wonderful campfire poem. The images of sounds and smells still linger in my mind. Good luck in the contest. Caryl
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