Chris Green Poet Rhyme

Changing Scenery

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Amidst the changing scenery
as faces come and go
Names reflect the differences
of those we’ve come to know

Along a winding avenue
where store fronts sell their wares
Traffic lights of red and green
change too among the stares

Where sunshine breaks the foggy mist
and clear as any bell
A ringing forms about my ears,
a song I know so well

I look around and hope I see
this beauty I desire
A butterfly upon the wind
keeps soaring ever higher

And as I reach to grab a hold
those wings of pastel gleam
She flutters just beyond my reach
as if some kind of dream

I hang my head in misery,
another wasted day
The love that I was longing for
has somehow got away

Clouds now build in grey design
my smile has run aground
Happiness is not on sale
not anywhere I’ve found

While narrow sidewalks lead the way
quite keen to every crack
My focus finds a forward view
I just cannot look back

When there upon the front door steps
these tear filled eyes they spy
Waiting near the welcome mat
my precious butterfly

And suddenly the bluest skies
appear high up above
For in this changing scenery
I’ve found my one true love

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Brenda Chiri September 21, 2019 at 8:19 PM wow thought I had commented on this! But must be my age....I forgot to comment? Doesn't sound like me huh? Beautifully enchanting Chris!;) modi gotta lay my old ass down!;) Chris Green September 23, 2019 at 8:58 AM Ha, no it doesn't sound like you at all. : ) Thanks so much my friend.

Sandra Adams September 11, 2019 at 11:13 AM such a poignant poem my friend, i always look at the butterflies as a sign from a loved on long gone, but not forgotten...you bring this one to life so beautifully, trace it with tones of sadness, and end it happily...amazing write :) hugs Chris Green September 11, 2019 at 11:24 AM Thank you Sandy. Your comment has made me smile this morning. I am thrilled you liked this one.

Sunlite Wanter September 11, 2019 at 10:35 AM See what I mean, Chris? If you like to just read sometimes, this one is beautiful and satisfying. Chris Green September 11, 2019 at 10:55 AM Thank you so much my friend. I appreciate your kindness always.

Heidi Sands September 11, 2019 at 9:24 AM This is amazing. Such detail and beautiful analogy with the butterfly I felt this walk as if I took it. Well done, my friend :) Chris Green September 11, 2019 at 9:41 AM Thank you Heidi. I am happy you liked this one.

Alexis Y. September 11, 2019 at 8:25 AM Wow! Chris, You have done it again, you've written a piece that drew your reader immediately. Your subject matters are always top notch. The picture you created with words has that "wow" factor. And who doesn't love butterflies? I loved your ending. Have wonderful day my friend;-) Alexis Chris Green September 11, 2019 at 8:53 AM Thank you so much my friend. I always smile when you stop by

Hello There September 10, 2019 at 7:29 PM Beautiful ~ with a perfect ending! I like that this was not rushed whatsoever, and that you managed, once again, to tell an entire story in such a small span. It felt complete, and that's a great thing :) Chris Green September 11, 2019 at 6:57 AM Thank you my friend I am always happy when you stop by. You kind words are truly appreciated. I do try to create endings to my poem that make sense. Sometimes I am successful and sometimes I am not. Glad this one worked that way as you read it today.

Gershon Wolf September 10, 2019 at 6:10 PM Chris, I FAVED this immediately, even before I started this comment. I've never done that before. The magic of the butterfly drew me in---and I cried with happiness when it/your love returned. This is toooooooo byooooootiful, my friend. Bravo! ~ Gershon Chris Green September 11, 2019 at 6:55 AM Wow, thanks so much my friend. I am thrilled this one floated so nicely to you. I appreciate your kindness and support Gershon.