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Ivy and Yew Sculpture Gardens - Ct

ii Ivy and Yew Sculpture Garden ii - CT I smiled when fir boughs hid from view Live floral statues in mystery With teasing eyes to see their clues In topiary forms set free. With ancient sculptors hand and eye Spirals born – laurel stars shine shy Fox and hounds racing on the lawn While ivy hearts wink at the dawn. Castle walls made of angel vine Garlands entwined in sweet yew Privet Cheshire grins with top hats Marching pyramids playing chess. I smiled when ivy boats sailed by On garden paths where magic lies. 9-27-20 Dedicated to Ladew Gardens in Lewes, MD

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Jan Allison

Date: 10/13/2020 10:22:00 AM

what a wonderful garden you have described Sam, Many congrats on your win:-) hugs Jan xx

Sam Kauffman

Date: 10/13/2020 9:14:00 AM

Hi Charlie, thank you for your gracious placement. I am most appreciative! Thought I had the syllable count right but I goofed. This was such a fun contest. I love the form - so creative. It makes me happy to know you loved this poem. Ladew is a special place. All is well. Hope you are doing the same my friend now. Sending harvest blessings and hugs!

Charles Messina

Date: 10/13/2020 6:13:00 AM

Sam, I really loved this poem. Unfortunately, the format was a little off. Thanks so much for entering my contest and congratulations on your placement. Hoping all is well. Hugs Charlie

Carolyn Devonshire

Date: 9/29/2020 11:33:00 AM

How I would love to see Ladew Gardens, Sam! I enjoyed your whimsical descriptions, especially the grinning Cheshire. This looks like one Brian would like too, so best wishes if you've entered it in his contest. Hugs, Carolyn

Sam Kauffman
Date: 10/5/2020 2:52:00 PM

Hi Carolyn! You would love these gardens. They are magical! Hope that sometime you will be north of Baltimore to see them. Thank you for your best wishes! Sending you bushels of harvest blessings!

Ilene Bauer

Date: 9/28/2020 11:52:00 AM

sounds like a place i'd love to visit, sam! beautifully described...

Sam Kauffman
Date: 9/28/2020 1:58:00 PM

I think you would love it, ilene. It is in Maryland right off of the freeway to Baltimore - I-95 I think. It truly is a magical place of great creativity. Not as big as Longwood in DE, but rivals it in whimsy! Hope you are well! Good to touch bases.

Harry Horsman

Date: 9/28/2020 6:53:00 AM

Yes indeed your creation of a poetic sculpture is awesome...

Sam Kauffman
Date: 9/28/2020 10:47:00 AM

Hi Harry! So good to hear from you! Thank you for your awesome message. I am so happy that you got to share in the experience of this very special place through this poem. Hope you are well. Sending you blessings for your week!

Anne-Lise Andresen

Date: 9/28/2020 12:58:00 AM

- A truly magical garden, Sam ... beautifully and vividly written :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)

Sam Kauffman
Date: 9/28/2020 10:44:00 AM

Hi Anne-Lise! Ladew Gardens is so beautiful. I wanted to pay tribute to the fantasy and magic of the amazing topiaries! I have several small topiaries in my garden. Thank you for sharing in this very special place. Sending hugs back to you.