Danny Derden Poet Free verse

Forest Queen

Bite Size Contest no123 Poetry Contest

FOREST QUEEN

As ash the oak remembers the kiss of the flame.
Fallen branches remember the wind’s caress.
The bark is armor hardened by time.
Her leaves hum lullabies for the sun.
Beneath her boughs, the breeze begins to breathe.
She stands. She waits. She grows. She knows.

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Terry Miller September 23, 2025 at 12:00 AM Beautiful imagery, congratulations Danny Derden September 23, 2025 at 6:42 AM Thank you.

Paige Hind September 18, 2025 at 12:32 PM This is beautiful, Danny. Love that ending line, especially Danny Derden September 18, 2025 at 12:52 PM Thank you...I felt like it really made the piece work and say what it is meant to say.

Regina Mcintosh September 18, 2025 at 8:30 AM Amazing. Simply adore this one. God bless you, with love, Gina Danny Derden September 18, 2025 at 12:51 PM Thank you so, so much!

CayCay Godwin September 18, 2025 at 8:29 AM Whoa, I felt that. It's dramatic and really delivers. You've got the gift. I say that because I read and commented on the 1st two poems you posted (don't want you to miss that). OK, I want to read a 4th one written by you. Have to go do that, well, again, I want to. Poetry hugs ... CayCay Danny Derden September 18, 2025 at 12:51 PM Wow...thanks so much...I was just saying earlier today that I wish I could get more readers for my work...I guess I just need that but I suppose we all long for recognition now and then so I needn't be shy about admitting it. Your words have brightened my day!

Rowena Velasco September 18, 2025 at 7:16 AM A strong and evocative piece, Danny—your oak becomes both queen and guardian of the forest. The imagery is rich and timeless, giving her presence a quiet majesty that lingers well beyond the final line. Danny Derden September 18, 2025 at 7:31 AM Thank you.

sara Etgen-Baker September 17, 2025 at 5:49 PM I liked the imagery in this poem, especially: The bark is armor hardened by time. Her leaves hum lullabies for the sun. Like your poetic voice; keep writing Danny Derden September 17, 2025 at 6:14 PM Thank you.