In Nature's Serenity

One fine autumnal afternoon, I set out sauntering
Along country paths that lay rugged and meandering
To see Nature, not in her cultivated neatness
But in her stark nakedness and innate sweetness

Passing fields of corn with golden ears
Peeping out from their leafy covers,
I entered the woods with trees of sober yellow and green
That with a medley of life presented a lovely scene

Here Nature wore a rich golden brocade livery
And the sky above was seen decked in clouds silvery
I could still hear the bark of squirrels from behind the maize
Busy gathering corn and nuts for the lousy winter days

Files of wild ducks flew higher into the air
And twittering black birds created such fanfare
Robins fluttered chirping from bush to bush
Wild herons took off on their wings with a swish

From tree tops, songsters were singing merry notes
In the glades was grazing a flock of tawny deer with white dots
Some trees had flowers hanging in oppressive opulence
While some bore yellowing leaves and fruits of ripe succulence

In the vast bosom of the woods was a sequestered pool
Motionless and glassy it lay with crystal clear waters cool
Now and then with small undulations and circular patterns
And the shadow of trees, reminding one of blue cloth in tatters

Lost in that secluded quiet, I stood motionless and long
Losing count of time on lovely scenes clustering in throng
Each time those sights came before my eyes in queue
In me a hundred blossoms of joy unfolded their crimson hue

October. 28.2022

Your Favorite Rhyming Poem from the Second half of 2022
Poetry Contest
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2022. Poetry Marathon Mile.18. Poetry Contest
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Date: 2/2/2023 12:33:00 AM
Well done!
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Valsa George
Date: 2/2/2023 3:08:00 AM
Thank you Julia for placing my poem in the winner's list !
Date: 2/1/2023 2:47:00 PM
Magnficent nature piece, Valsa. A huge CONGRATS on your win. Janice
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Date: 2/1/2023 10:58:00 AM
I love the silent solitude and glorious imagery Valsa. "In me a hundred blossoms of joy unfolded..." is a stunning line. Congratulations on your win! :)
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Date: 10/28/2022 11:09:00 AM
Enjoyed! Aloha!
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Date: 10/28/2022 10:03:00 AM
Valsa, the imagery you portrayed is amazing, and the rhyme you created is well put together. Your poem is really fantastic. Another layer of stunning beauty has been added to this writing by the way in which your carefully chosen words flow together with the excellent metaphors.
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Date: 10/28/2022 7:48:00 AM
A pretty scene! Blessings, Valsa!
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Valsa George
Date: 10/28/2022 8:37:00 AM
Thank you dear Kim ... ! Happy Halloween !
Date: 10/28/2022 6:03:00 AM
Beautiful sights and sounds on your journey through nature. Expertly conveyed. Best to you, Valsa.
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Valsa George
Date: 10/28/2022 8:22:00 AM
Thank you so much Vijay ! Your encouraging comment is much appreciated !
Date: 10/28/2022 2:22:00 AM
- I walked in your footsteps ... a beautiful experience - Best wishes in the contest, Valsa :) - hugs
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Date: 10/28/2022 4:36:00 AM
Thank you so much Shine for the lovely comment and Best Wishes ! Much appreciated....
Date: 10/28/2022 2:10:00 AM
Beautiful imagery of my favourite season Valsa, love the amazing colours it brings. Best of luck in the contest. Tom
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Date: 10/28/2022 4:35:00 AM
Thank you so much dear Tom. My favorite season is spring ! Enjoy the season and have a great Halloween !
Date: 10/28/2022 1:04:00 AM
Incredibly beautiful scenery. Your imagery is so delicate and on the spot. Best for a win.
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Date: 10/28/2022 4:33:00 AM
Thanks a lot dear Victor ! Your landscapes are always alluring !
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