Golden Tongues

Oh, the red bits of swollen tongue 
upon the gray of maple have plumped
like the cheeks of small children red with run!
The bangs of pussy willow frond
will soon tickle the noses of man swept dust,
baring the fragrance of balsam-pine leavings
scattered with the golden tinsel 
of Christmas garland. 
The ripening earth cracks smiles
toothy with tulip spears and narcissus cones.
The wind is sweet with kisses
and the jays laugh raucously 
in the grasping branches of maple.
The dust of days past dances joyously onward
dreaming of cozy eddies amongst the violets.
Oh, Spring of the golden tongue
play poet to my pen.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2011

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Makama Avatar
February 1, 2016 at 8:05 AM
Great poetic expressions enveloping mind blowing lines. You've maintained your standard of impressing sound minds and I am definitely one of those you've wowed. Great work friend
Guzzi Avatar
February 1, 2016 at 8:24 AM
You know I totally forgot I wrote this one- quite funny! YES playful spring
Sweetheart Avatar
April 28, 2011 at 4:04 PM
Congrats to u for a great contest Debbie.. u chose some very nice entries for winners ... a great challenge and a great theme... kudos to u ..luv..
Kendrick Avatar
March 19, 2011 at 11:12 AM
Good one which is very descriptive and creative work..Enjoyed reading this afternoon...Thanks for the kind review and good health wishes...I am feeling a little stronger today...Hope that your day is great and inspired...Sara
Oimbo Avatar
March 19, 2011 at 10:59 AM
this is a perfect work of art, i like it. thank you for realizing that my poem ' let the eagle alone' had some spelling mistakes- i so, so, so much appreciate you know
Onclaud Avatar
March 19, 2011 at 10:51 AM
whoot, whoot.. i like the way you puthuman attributes to objects and otherwise, debs... bring it on, stunning! :) huggs, nette.. SOUPY MAIL
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March 19, 2011 at 7:57 AM
Ooo, enjoyed your poem D.G., nice way to describe the beauty to come plus more... take care,..p.d.
Chamma Avatar
March 19, 2011 at 7:29 AM
A great, passionate poem. Imagery is powerful. Love the last two lines the most. Thank you for sharing =)
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