John Watt Poet Pantoum

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From Mourning To Morning

To watch a mourning dove enjoy a hug -
I'm filled with joy, she knows I mean no harm.
I gently speak and wrap her nice and snug;
she coos, enveloped by my friendly arm.

I'm filled with joy, she knows I mean no harm,
though through her day, she calls with mournful plea.
She coos, enveloped by my friendly arm,
she wishes we could teach humanity.

Though through her day, she calls with mournful plea,
we start each morning with a hug like this.
She wishes we could teach humanity -
they might know less of hate and more of bliss.

We start each morning with a hug like this,
I gently speak and wrap her nice and snug.
They might know less of hate and more of bliss -
to watch a mourning dove enjoy a hug.

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Funom Makama June 15, 2020 at 3:20 PM Remarkable lines, true words, amazing piece from a very deep and wise mind. I love every bit of this. Great work John. A big congratulations on your placement. John Watt June 15, 2020 at 4:57 PM Thank you very kindly, my friend. Your words mean a lot to me. Be blessed ~ John

Eve Roper June 14, 2020 at 4:41 PM From Mourning To Morning, John, was enjoying to read with perfect rhyme and flow . . This is my favorite photo. Congratulations on your win. Hugs Eve John Watt June 14, 2020 at 5:58 PM Great contest, Eve. Thanks for the challenge and the generous placement!

Line Gauthier June 13, 2020 at 1:09 PM Totally sweet and delightful ~ much enjoyed. John Watt June 13, 2020 at 2:58 PM Thank you, Line. Much appreciated ~ John

Aditi Mishra June 10, 2020 at 3:11 PM Ah I love the way your words reflect the warmth of the way you speak to others. This is an embrace of kindness that you shower with your gracious gestures. Blessings to you dear friend :) John Watt June 10, 2020 at 3:28 PM Your words also reflect 'the embrace of kindness' of which you speak. Thank you for the warmth and wonderful affirmation, my dear friend. Many blessings upon your day ~ John

Rhonda Johnson-Saunders June 9, 2020 at 4:52 PM My heart is melting, John! We could learn a lot from animals...best of luck in the contest. Blessings, Rhonda xx John Watt June 9, 2020 at 5:51 PM Some animals i'd rather we not learn from (sharks, snakes, hyenas) but for the most part it's true ;^) Thank you, Rhonda!

Gordon Mcconnell June 9, 2020 at 3:08 PM Such a lovely nature piece John, with great imagery and rhyme too. Hope all is well, Blessings always,Gordon John Watt June 9, 2020 at 5:46 PM Always grateful for you, my friend. Yes, all is well. Blessings to you, John

Andrea Dietrich June 9, 2020 at 3:06 PM aha! could this be for hug contest too? I had the perfect poem for the hug contest but it was "old" so i could not use it. Eve is gonna be tickled pink with this pantoum. I see that you structure this form very well, being consistent in meter and rhyme. You are growing by leaps and bounds in your writing, John. John Watt June 9, 2020 at 5:47 PM Thanks for the tip about the other contest. It hadn't occurred to me. Appreciate the great affirmation you're always so good at.

Arturo Michael June 9, 2020 at 9:10 AM Truly a creative piece of love written in ink...great idea too John Watt June 9, 2020 at 2:34 PM Thank you Arturo, that means a lot to me ~ John

Malabika Ray Choudhury June 9, 2020 at 5:52 AM I often listen to birds when out in the backyard, especially in the early morning. It brings me serenity and peace! Love this line - they might know less of hate and more of bliss. Thank you for a lovely poem. John Watt June 9, 2020 at 2:33 PM I am glad to share a love of nature with my fellow poet. It brings such serenity and reminds us of so many valuable lessons. I appreciate your visit, Mala.

JC Brul June 9, 2020 at 3:56 AM This is so lovely!! Sweet and dainty! Definitely a fave!Keep coming dear poet John. John Watt June 9, 2020 at 2:32 PM Thank you friend. So glad you liked it. I appreciate your kind words and the fave. Blessings ~ John

Sam Kauffman June 8, 2020 at 10:22 PM So tender, John. Really soft images like the gentle call of the mourning dove with a message of respect. Really nicely done. Best of luck in the contest. A great entry. John Watt June 8, 2020 at 10:31 PM Sam, I always smile to see you comments because I know you have carefully read and thoughtfully commented. A thousand thanks, my good friend ~ John