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I Wandered Lonely As a Tramp

"I wandered lonely as a cloud"--- By William Wordsworth
I wandered lonely as a tramp, Far, far away from all human habitats Away from all prying eyes Following the bent Of my vagrant inclination; Into Nature’s sylvan pockets To places studded with trees To the tranquil bosom of the woods Onto the heights of bald headed hills Where shrubs struggle to strike root From the cleft of rocks and ledges Where in hollows, wild bushes grow in clusters To watch the shreds of hovering mist To gaze upon piles of sailing clouds To shout loud and whistle long And to listen to the hills Mimicking my own sound There I will hop and jump, Like a sprightly forest fawn, As I don’t fear Either the silently gliding streams, Or the clump of swaying trees, The host of wild flowers, Or the monstrous mossy rocks, Either the birds or the beasts Never will they watch my cranky pranks And call me a loony As here my own men might do! September 19, 2022 Written for the contest, I Wandered Lonely As _ Challenge Sponsor, Natasha L Scragg Judged on 9/24/2022

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Date: 9/28/2022 11:45:00 AM
Congratulations on a well-deserved POTD! Robert
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Date: 9/22/2022 11:04:00 AM
Valsa, I smile at your "cranky pranks" away from judgmental eyes where you can "hop," and "jump" without fear in the pure joy of life surrounded by our creators amazing jubilee of mountains, streams, forests and meadows not as a hobo but as an explorer "trampin'" through the fields of life. Congratulations on your POTD! A wonderful recognition of your poetic talent. Blessings my sweet friend.
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Date: 9/22/2022 6:45:00 PM
'To be away from judgemental eyes'.... ! Sam, you have plumbed into the true spirit of the poem and got its crux. Your comments are so insightful, dear friend. They give me a real 'kick'. Nature is my inspiration and where else can we act as free as we wish. We feel the greatest freedom when we are sure that no body is looking around. Thank you dear Sam.
Date: 9/21/2022 11:53:00 PM
A lovely poem about being surrounded by nature. Congratulations on your POTD. Well done.
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Date: 9/22/2022 8:54:00 AM
Thanks a lot Jeanette !
Date: 9/21/2022 6:53:00 PM
oh and it's potd?? So deserving . Congrats
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Date: 9/21/2022 9:18:00 PM
Thanks a lot friend !
Date: 9/21/2022 6:52:00 PM
this is fantastic writing, Valsa. I was thinking we had to use a particular rhyme scheme, but if not, THIS one should be a sure win!
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Date: 9/21/2022 9:18:00 PM
Rhyme scheme is not insisted upon. So I didn't bother as it needs extra effort ! Thank you dear Andrea !
Date: 9/21/2022 5:54:00 PM
"I wandered into Nature’s sylvan pockets." Such a wonderful place to dwell, where there is peace and where the wildflowers bloom. Serenity overtakes loneliness, and that's how it should be. Your thoughts caress softly around me and my heart. Congratulations Valsa, on Poem of the Day. My best to you. Hugs, Brandy
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Date: 9/21/2022 9:16:00 PM
Once in a while, a journey into the hidden pockets of Nature can be exciting and rewarding ! Thanks a lot Brandy !
Date: 9/21/2022 5:42:00 PM
Congratulatiions. Valsa on POTD. Your lonely tramp sounds quite content with his life. Best. SuZ
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Date: 9/21/2022 9:15:00 PM
Yes, indeed ! Thanks a lot Suzanne !
Date: 9/21/2022 3:41:00 PM
Congrats on POTD Valsa, Nicely done
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Date: 9/21/2022 9:14:00 PM
Joseph, you are quite kind. Thank you !
Date: 9/21/2022 3:32:00 PM
Valsa, well penned, congratulations on POTD!
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Date: 9/21/2022 9:13:00 PM
Thanks a lot Tania .....
Date: 9/21/2022 2:50:00 PM
Congratulations on POTD Valsa George!!! Poetry at it's best. There is a place for many a recluse, then there are those who think they want to live off the grid. Let's just hope he is a mendican and not a mendican't. ;)
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Date: 9/22/2022 8:55:00 AM
Thanks a lot Anaya for your lovely comment !
Date: 9/21/2022 1:23:00 PM
Valsa, I loved taking this journey with you into beautiful nature with this lonely soul. Great imagery. Hugs to you and congratulations on POTD ! Susan :)
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Date: 9/21/2022 9:12:00 PM
Thank you for letting me know that you enjoyed the poem. Have a lovely weekend Susan
Date: 9/21/2022 11:44:00 AM
Valsa, this sounds like a splendiferous outing...even without companionship. BOL in the contest, and congrats on POTD.
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Date: 9/21/2022 9:11:00 PM
Thank you for your Best wishes and congratulations Jim
Date: 9/21/2022 9:46:00 AM
Wonderful verse, Valsa, congratulations on POTD.
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Date: 9/21/2022 9:10:00 PM
Thank you very much Eve
Date: 9/21/2022 8:47:00 AM
So nicely done, Valsa! Congratulations!
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Date: 9/21/2022 9:11:00 AM
Thanks a lot dear Milton !
Date: 9/21/2022 7:54:00 AM
Back to say congratulations on your POTD, Valsa. Yeah! Enjoy your special day! Bill
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Date: 9/21/2022 9:10:00 AM
Bill, I remember you had 'faved' my poem. Thanks a lot dear friend.
Date: 9/21/2022 7:26:00 AM
A 'woodland sprite' you are, Valsa! Congrats on POTD. Fabulous! Forests and Trees, Gershon
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Date: 9/21/2022 9:09:00 AM
Woodland Sprite..... ! I like it. Thaks a lot dear Gershon
Date: 9/21/2022 6:37:00 AM
Congratulations on your POTD honor with this stunning write Valsa! Linda
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Date: 9/21/2022 9:08:00 AM
Thanks a lot dear Linda !
Date: 9/21/2022 6:02:00 AM
Congratulations Valsa well done. So glad for you receiving POTD. Enjoy your recognition Dear it is well deserved...
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Date: 9/21/2022 9:07:00 AM
Thanks a lot dear poet friend, Michael
Date: 9/21/2022 5:24:00 AM
Puts mean mind of the statement "Dance as if no one is watching". The trees don't judge and the wind embraces all. Beautifully done Valsa.
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Date: 9/21/2022 6:08:00 AM
Yes, the trees will never judge nor the hills and dales frown . That way we are free like the wind in Nature ! Thanks a lot John.
Date: 9/21/2022 4:49:00 AM
Back with BIG congrats on POTD, Valsa. Enjoy your day.
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Date: 9/21/2022 5:04:00 AM
Thanks once again for your appreciation dear Vijay.
Date: 9/21/2022 4:44:00 AM
So beautifully done! Congratulations on your POTD! :)Paulette
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Date: 9/21/2022 5:03:00 AM
Thanks a lot dear Paulette!
Date: 9/21/2022 4:33:00 AM
Terrific. This "Wandered Lonely" contest has really produced some great work!
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Date: 9/21/2022 5:02:00 AM
Glad you liked it Jeff. I know your standards are pretty high. Thanks a lot!
Date: 9/21/2022 3:36:00 AM
Valsa, you have penned a beautiful journey that so many can relate to! congratulations on your POTD honors!!!
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Date: 9/21/2022 5:01:00 AM
Thanks a lot Mike. Glad for your Congratulations....
Date: 9/21/2022 3:36:00 AM
Back with Congratulations on a very well deserved POTD, Valsa. Enjoy your honor
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Date: 9/21/2022 5:00:00 AM
You never fail in congratulating me. Thank you dear Lasaad !
Date: 9/21/2022 3:08:00 AM
Wonderful poetry Valsa, the freedom of a tramp on the road to anywhere must be wonderful. Congratulations on poem of the day… Belle
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Valsa George
Date: 9/21/2022 5:00:00 AM
Thank you so much Belle for your kind visit an comment !
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