Emerald Isle

The Emerald Isle lies misty green,
an ocean's gem, a land between
the water's edge and blue of sky,
her magic wonders seldom seen.

For those who know her can't deny
although, in truth, they wonder why
the Irish spin their wondrous tales
to friends and strangers, stopping by.

An Irish story never fails,
in all its glorious details,
to weave a world of fae and sprite
who hide amongst the woodland trails.

The little folks keep far from sight,
but if you're very still, you might
just catch one dancing, unaware,
when day is slipping into night.

As songs of evening fill the air,
listen close and tread with care,
with little folks about somewhere—
with little folks about somewhere.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2023

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King-Roberts Avatar
April 25, 2023 at 6:29 AM
This one is lovely!
Kingston Avatar
March 15, 2023 at 8:12 PM
My brother Sean Patrick and sister, Erin Colleen would like your poem. When I was little, Sean told me that If I wore orange on Saint Patrick's Day, I would get a leprechaun pinch. Your line, "An Irish story never fails" made me think of that. For years I believed his story. Such a fun and fanciful poem! I'm glad to have found it! :)
Pandit Avatar
March 7, 2023 at 12:38 PM
We loved the beauty of Ireland in all its glory when we visited a few years ago. Your poem reminded me of that visit and nature's glory. You are a talented poet, Kathrine. A FAVE for me. Hope to read more of you.
DiMino Avatar
March 7, 2023 at 10:32 AM
This is so lovely, perfect! Love fantasy, Irish Myth (though we really know it is true) -- the Wee People, Fairies and Sprites. This poem a pure delight. FAVE! from me. "Sure a little bit of heaven fell from out the sky one day...." Oh, you got me singing now:)
Hind Avatar
March 7, 2023 at 9:53 AM
This is quite enchanting!! Beautiful end!
Gondolf Avatar
March 6, 2023 at 5:36 PM
I enjoyed reading this, Katharine, your poetry flows so beautifully. I always appreciate someone who pays as close attention to meter as I do. John
Buhagiar Avatar
March 5, 2023 at 8:43 AM
Must be a beautiful place.
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