Ann Peck Poet Lyric

I Wandered Lonely As a Leaf That Falls

Inspired by "I Wandered Lonely as a Cloud," by William Wordsworth

I wandered lonely as a leaf that falls,
unmourned, to the distant ground
I paused when I heard a far bird's calls
Magic I'd missed looking down--
royal Autumn leaves danced in gold and red.
This must be where my lonely heart has led.

Opened my eyes to this spellbound place,
and breathed air perfumed by pine.
Then sat near blossom with smiling face,
feeling thoughts and heart align.
I watched grass spinning beneath a tall oak;
heard whispered promises breeze softly spoke.

Head full of dreams, I wandered along
paths worn by many steps before.
Mountain larks welcomed me with a song,
I spied lilacs, bluebells, and more.
Around each corner, surprises await.
I feel my loneliness start to abate.

I happen upon a wayward creek,
sit and watch her bouncing spray,
Bubbling with laughter, just what I seek--
hidden by an oak overlay.
Untethered nature met unquiet heart.
Now I burst with song; can't tell us apart!

September 18,2022
for "I Wandered Lonely As A..." contest
by Natasha L. Scragg
Third Place
Poem of the Week

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Susan Lawrence November 8, 2022 at 6:00 AM I am late getting to this lovely poem. Belated congratulations on your POTW ! Just beautiful Anne with its descriptions and your heart felt words. I love the unraveling and the journey leading to the creek . Your final line is perfect ! I feel your thoughts . Susan :)

Elizabeth Mccann November 6, 2022 at 7:58 PM The creek, bubbling, and the oak! Wonderful picture, Ann! Elizabeth

Paul Callus November 5, 2022 at 9:02 AM This is beautiful, Ann, and the imagery appeals to all our senses. Belated congrats on your podium finish and p.o.t.w. award. ~ Regards // paul

Mv Venkataraman October 31, 2022 at 2:21 AM Were you once Wordsworth? Ann Peck December 29, 2022 at 9:35 AM How kind of you to say that :)

Tania Kitchin October 2, 2022 at 3:17 AM Sandra, well penned with a nice message, congratulations on POTW!

Tom Cunningham October 2, 2022 at 1:11 AM A very inspirational verse Sandy, congratulations on the honour of POTW. Hope you're well. Tom

John Watt October 1, 2022 at 2:50 PM Ann, such a wonderful walk in the woods with you, allowing nature to reset the lonesome soul. "feeling thoughts and heart align", "Untethered nature met unquiet heart" are such lovely lines. "Magic I'd missed looking down--" reminds me of the many times i have been hiking with my eyes so fixed to the trail that I miss the glories of creation all around me. Congrats on your POTW acknowledgement ~ John

L Milton Hankins September 26, 2022 at 7:45 AM Congratulations on your P.O.T.W., Ann. I enjoyed it immensely!

Paulette Calasibetta September 26, 2022 at 7:36 AM Congratulations on your POTW! Impressive, creative and beautifully penned. :)Paulette

Anne E Sangster - K September 26, 2022 at 6:54 AM Wow what an amazing poem Ann! Your imagery took me right there to the paths of this beautiful, peaceful place. Wonderfully written and a well deserved POTW. This one is going to my faves. Cheers my friend :-)

Daisy Meadows September 26, 2022 at 1:37 AM Congratulations on your POTW. Well done.

Unseeking Seeker September 25, 2022 at 11:41 PM An amazing write Ann, I like the last two lines best ~ congrats on POTW!

Bill Baker September 25, 2022 at 5:07 PM Comforting lyrics and inspiration to be one with nature in this eloquently written poetry, Ann. Congratulations on your POTW, my friend. Enjoy your special award. Smiles ~ Blessings Bill Ann Peck September 25, 2022 at 5:25 PM Thank you so much for your kind comments, Bill. I really appreciate them. Smiles and blessings to you, too.

Brandy Nicole September 25, 2022 at 1:35 PM Watching leaves bounce along the stream, while bubbling with laughter, certainly takes the sadness away. The loneliness. (It does for me anyway). This is beautiful in so many wonderful ways. Your thoughts can lighten any mood, and bring a smile to the heart. Congratulations Ann, on Poem of the Week. My best to you. :) Hugs, Brandy Ann Peck September 25, 2022 at 5:30 PM Dear Brandy, Thank you so much for your wonderful comments. I don't get to the mountains often enough (I live in the desert southwest), but we can always dream! Hugs back to you.

Constance La France September 25, 2022 at 6:00 AM Ann, such a beautiful poem congratulations on receiving the POEM OF THE WEEK honor, and on your contest win, Constance Ann Peck September 25, 2022 at 5:22 PM Dear Constance, thank you for your kind congratulations. To tell the truth, I'm overwhelmed by the POTW.

Tania Kitchin September 25, 2022 at 5:09 AM Ann, a wonderfully penned poem, congratulations on POTW! Ann Peck September 25, 2022 at 5:31 PM Dear Tania, Thank you so much for your kind comments!

Tom Cunningham September 25, 2022 at 1:11 AM Love the imagery in your verse Ann, congratulations on the honour of POTW. Tom Ann Peck September 25, 2022 at 5:33 PM Thank you so much, Tom. My computer was hacked and I can't even get on Email to thank Soup for the honor.

Andrea Dietrich September 24, 2022 at 9:52 PM I knew this one would win. So deserved. congrats, Ann Ann Peck September 25, 2022 at 5:35 PM Thanks so much, Andrea. I'm totally overwhelmed by the honor.

Natasha L Scragg September 24, 2022 at 3:40 AM I love the peace and calm feel to this poem Ann. A lovely entry indeed. Thank you for joining the contest and congrats on your placement:-D Ann Peck September 25, 2022 at 10:57 AM Thank you so very much for this high placement!!

Suzanne Clear September 22, 2022 at 10:31 AM Everyone feeling better now. Thoughtful Anne.......thx, suzanne Ann Peck September 25, 2022 at 5:38 PM Thanks, dear Suzanne. I'm stunned by the honor.

Valsa George September 21, 2022 at 7:14 PM I thought the falling leaf will be sad. Instead she is all happy with new friends in new surroundings. Beautifully penned Ann

Andrea Dietrich September 21, 2022 at 7:08 PM very lovely, Ann, and I think you concluded it excellently.

Joseph May September 20, 2022 at 6:39 AM Wonderful write Ann, GL in the Contest Ann Peck September 20, 2022 at 8:09 AM Thank you, Joseph!

Beryl Edmonds September 19, 2022 at 3:59 PM Beautiful poetry Ann, every line… Belle Ann Peck September 20, 2022 at 4:32 PM Thank you so much, Belle.

Darlene De Beaulieu September 19, 2022 at 12:36 PM Hello Ann Peck, I love this poem.Will be my fav. Hugs. Darlene De Beaulieu September 20, 2022 at 5:02 AM Hello Ann, Yes i do love your poem. Enjoy your day my friend. Hugs. Ann Peck September 19, 2022 at 6:01 PM Thanks so much, Darlene, and for the fav, too! I love that you love my poem. :)

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