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In Shimmering White

The mountain wears a white lace shawl,

    Winter has dressed her in shimmering white.

Above our heads, she stands so tall,

    Beautifully displayed in morning light.

Warming our hearts, this most picturesque sight.

Copyright © Francine Roberts | Year Posted 2011

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Rushda R Date: 2/25/2011 11:13:00 PM beautiful. Login to Reply

Linda-Marie Sweetheart Date: 1/26/2011 5:05:00 AM Splendid visuals Francine.. luv that first line with the lace shawl.. very imaginative and full of grand imagery my friend.. good luck with your newest contest Flowers... will be working on an entry today for u... Free Verse is a challenge for me ..but... for u .. will attempt to thrill u.. luv.. Login to Reply

Fabiyas M V Date: 1/26/2011 1:42:00 AM Beautiful scene painted,Francine.Excellent write.Thanks for congrats Login to Reply

Joyce Johnson Date: 1/25/2011 10:39:00 PM lWhat a pretty poem Francine. Winter can be beautiful. Thank you for my no. 4 win. Love, Joyce Login to Reply

Robert Pettit Date: 1/25/2011 10:33:00 PM If you were situated just a little south, I would say you were describing Mt. Rainier. This is a very descriptive quintain. Login to Reply

Andrea Dietrich Date: 1/25/2011 10:05:00 PM What a pretty little quintain. Was this just practice for you with the form? I can't recognize it in a contest. I enjoyed this one, Francine and thanks again for the win in your contest. I read all of them. wonderful contest! Login to Reply