In the Orangery

she comes here to sit still, and be alone
the scent of orange blossoms in the air
of the outside world she is hardly aware

pouring over a book written by old masters
poems that transport her mind and soul away
written words that she will carry through the day

to soon the afternoon becomes the evening
return she must to her life beyond these walls
with blossoms in her heart, she goes where duty calls

7/19/14
Copyright © | Year Posted 2014

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July 29, 2014 at 12:10 PM
A wonderful win...PD
Dietrich Avatar
July 24, 2014 at 12:05 AM
wow,that last part is so sweet: with blossoms in her heart. Reminds me of how my mother loves so much to read scriptures to help see her through the day. Wonderful poem win, Barbara. Big congrats.
Lamoureux Avatar
July 23, 2014 at 2:13 PM
It is my pleasure, especially when the writing is so good!
Richards Avatar
July 23, 2014 at 1:19 PM
This perfect little poem is a gem ! Well done, Barbara !! (I can smell the scent of orange blossoms)....:)
Richards Avatar
July 23, 2014 at 2:20 PM
We are actually, Red Bluff.......but you were close !! :) (small time girl....that's me !! lol )
Gorelick Avatar
July 23, 2014 at 2:00 PM
Thank you Carrie..how are you..hope your enjoying the summer up there in Redding..BG
Kimathi Avatar
July 23, 2014 at 10:27 AM
Congrats for your well, deserved win Barbara! Regards, Teddy.
May Avatar
July 23, 2014 at 8:00 AM
Congrats on a great win BG
Allison Avatar
July 23, 2014 at 7:53 AM
Dropping back with my congratulations - loved it the first time I read it! Hugs Jan xx
Lamoureux Avatar
July 23, 2014 at 7:49 AM
Lovely, congratulations on your top placement.
Gorelick Avatar
July 23, 2014 at 2:02 PM
Thank you! Means a lot that you stopped by...Barbara
Lindley Avatar
July 23, 2014 at 7:30 AM
Congrats on your big win my friend!!! A fine picture you painted in lovely words!!
Gorelick Avatar
July 23, 2014 at 2:01 PM
Hi Robert..thank you for your kindness..
Sietesantos Avatar
July 23, 2014 at 7:20 AM
Big congratulations to you Barbara for your TOP win. Well-deserved, my friend! Best wishes.
Smith Avatar
July 23, 2014 at 5:43 AM
Congrats on top win, dear Barbara! Love.. Blossoms in her heart.. Hugs.. Arlene
A. Sharma Avatar
July 23, 2014 at 5:05 AM
And back again with big congrats on ur top first place win my dear friend Barbara!
Trichet Avatar
July 23, 2014 at 3:35 AM
Absolutely stunning! You have captured that moment in time to perfection. Congrats...
Gorelick Avatar
July 23, 2014 at 2:01 PM
thank you Mark...Glad you stopped by, I appreciate it. Barbara
Callus Avatar
July 20, 2014 at 6:52 AM
Hi Barbara, your take on the picture is really good. I love the ending "with blossoms in her heart". To me it's a winner! // paul
Callus Avatar
July 23, 2014 at 8:16 AM
...and a winner it surely is!! Congratulations!!!
Enriquez Avatar
July 19, 2014 at 11:45 PM
Dear Barbara: Lovely write. Lovely read. Lovely orangery. I am transported to a realm of calm BG. A sentimental 7 in my view. Thanks. All the best then, Leon.
Christensen Avatar
July 19, 2014 at 3:50 PM
Quite a nice, mellow mood to this.......I envy her the orangery to read in. :) Good luck in the competition!
Smith Avatar
July 19, 2014 at 3:13 PM
Sounds like the perfect place to spend the day...you will have to invite me to join you one day.....hugs Tim
Allison Avatar
July 19, 2014 at 1:38 PM
Simply stunning . Good luck in the contest. Hugs Jan xxx
Gorelick Avatar
July 19, 2014 at 1:48 PM
Thank you! I love his contests with pictures for inspiration.
A. Sharma Avatar
July 19, 2014 at 1:15 PM
This is well thought n penned Barbara! Gl in contest !
Gorelick Avatar
July 19, 2014 at 1:49 PM
Thank you Upma..for some reason this came easier than some others. I wrote it while walking this morning.
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