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Life Passing Me By POTD

From obscurity come the strangers Fading away, like old dangers. Walking the street of flowers more people pass every hour A few are pleasantry exchangers. Near my porch, robin sings Beautiful music for summer swing! Red berries in a bowl Kelly green butterfles, on patrol Noontime's for swaying and musing. Passersby, smiles of the moment Starry eyes, upon distance fervent! Jasmine fragrance in the air Pink hummingbird is stopping there Yellow balloon wafts by, silent.
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Dietrich Avatar
June 11, 2025 at 4:00 PM
So pretty. Belated congrats on the potd
Buehler Avatar
June 11, 2025 at 6:33 PM
I appreciate your words so much, Andrea. :)
Ashley Avatar
May 24, 2025 at 8:07 AM
Dear Evelyn, your poem's rich imagery and rhymes are beautiful, soothing and captivating. Simple moments of the day exulted in your verse, and a hint of romance too? (starry eyes, jasmine, pink hummingbirds), come to vibrant life under the golden spill of your charming ink. Love the "silent yellow balloon". Belated congrats for POTD honors! Such a worthy choice. Warmest wishes, my poet friend.. ~Susan
Buehler Avatar
May 24, 2025 at 9:19 PM
Thank you so much for the great pleasure of your comment, dear friend. Your words of congratulations uplift and delight me. Any interpretation of the poem is okay. I just love it when the reader takes away something positive and meaningful. Blessings.
Hawley Avatar
May 2, 2025 at 9:37 PM
First congrats on your POTD. Also congrats on your win in my contest.
Buehler Avatar
May 2, 2025 at 11:41 PM
Miranda, you have my deepest thanks for your kind words of congratulations. I enjoyed your contest very much. :)
Rodgers Avatar
April 30, 2025 at 6:41 AM
Dear Evelyn, Oh My, what a gentle celebration of everyday beauty, using nature’s imagery-robins, berries, jasmine, butterflies-to evoke a sense of peace and fleeting connection. Like classic nature poets, you blend sensory details and small encounters into something quietly profound, showing us how the world’s simple wonders-smiles, birdsong, drifting balloons-can fill us with hope and presence. Congrats on POTD. Spring Blessings, My Dear Friend, Daniel
Buehler Avatar
April 30, 2025 at 3:01 PM
It's so nice to know you enjoyed this poem, dear friend. Thank you very much for your kind expressions. I hope your day is wonderful. :)
Fowler Avatar
April 27, 2025 at 9:44 AM
Back with second congrats on this beautiful write Evelyn. Congratulations! :)
Buehler Avatar
April 27, 2025 at 3:23 PM
Thank you so much, Linda.
Woods Avatar
April 27, 2025 at 8:07 AM
Gorgeous! Each sentence deserves close attention... and interpretation. Xo
Buehler Avatar
April 27, 2025 at 3:23 PM
My deepest, heartfelt thanks to you. :)
Tor Avatar
April 22, 2025 at 6:14 PM
Evelyn I am a little late to the party but Congratulations Dear on receiving POTD such a high honor for an incredible Poem. God bless you been away will be back soon...
Buehler Avatar
April 22, 2025 at 9:27 PM
Dear Michael, thank you so much for your kind words of congratulations, which are a bright spot in my day. I hope your holiday was nice and that you'll.be back posting your wonderful poems again soon. Blessings.
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April 18, 2025 at 1:37 PM
Congrats on POTD!
Buehler Avatar
April 18, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Heartfelt thanks, Kim. :)
Goldsmith Avatar
April 18, 2025 at 10:42 AM
Congratulations on your POTD win. I enjoyed reading. Fun Picture... Enjoy life each day until the end. OK??? Have a Happy and Blessed Easter..............
Buehler Avatar
April 18, 2025 at 1:17 PM
Oh definitely, Paula! Life is easy to enjoy when you love nature and people. Thank you for your lovely remarks. A happy Easter to you and yours. :)
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April 18, 2025 at 1:33 AM
Dear Evelyn, your poem is lovely. Congratulations on receiving the honour of poem of the day… Beryl
Buehler Avatar
April 18, 2025 at 1:10 PM
I appreciate your kind thoughts very much, Beryl. Have a nice day. :)
Roper Avatar
April 17, 2025 at 11:41 PM
Great rhyming with beautiful imagery and warm feeling. Congratulations on POTD.
Buehler Avatar
April 18, 2025 at 1:06 PM
Thank you for the pleasure of your warm remarks, Eve. Best wishes! :)
Empress Avatar
April 17, 2025 at 11:22 PM
Congratulations on receiving POTD! Happy to see you featured! Sending you light
Buehler Avatar
April 18, 2025 at 1:04 PM
Your congratulatory remarks are so appreciated, Ink. Happy Easter! :)
mysore Avatar
April 17, 2025 at 10:42 PM
Congratulations on your POTD honor dear poet. An anthem of landscape life dear poet, beautiful.
Buehler Avatar
April 18, 2025 at 12:59 PM
Thanks for your lovely words of congratulations, Thriveni. :)
Buhagiar Avatar
April 17, 2025 at 9:27 PM
My congrats for your POTD.
Buehler Avatar
April 18, 2025 at 12:55 PM
Why thank you, Victor. Very best wishes. :)
Nicole Avatar
April 17, 2025 at 6:59 PM
' Walking the street of flowers, passersby, smiles of the moment. ' So delightful and uplifting. The images you paint create a beautiful mood, Evelyn. Congratulations on Poem of the Day. My best to you. :) Hugs, Brandy
Buehler Avatar
April 17, 2025 at 8:59 PM
Brandy, I thank you from my heart for your lovely words of congratulations, which are so pleasing to read. I wish Easter blessings for you and yours. Hugs :)
Bartley Avatar
April 17, 2025 at 4:12 PM
Thanks for sharing a moment in life passing by ... Congrats on this very worthy POTD!
Buehler Avatar
April 17, 2025 at 5:10 PM
Benjamin, you have my heartfelt thanks for the joy of your comment. :)
Fowler Avatar
April 17, 2025 at 3:07 PM
Excellent Evelyn. That pink hummingbird and yellow balloon seems to have sealed it for everyone, including me. Congratulations on POTD! :)
Buehler Avatar
April 17, 2025 at 5:08 PM
I'm soooo pleased that you enjoyed both the pink hummingbird and yellow balloon, Linda. Thanks so much for your kind words of congratulations. :)
Kauffman Avatar
April 17, 2025 at 12:56 PM
Evelyn, congratulations on your POTD! So happy for this recognition of your wonderful poetry and this delightful poem filled with colorful whimsy and a yellow balloon like a sunbeam flitting through the air! I was so taken by your ability to witness the world "passing by" yet not passing you by! You quietly take it all in and turn it into a poetry of life! Enjoy this well deserved honor, dear friend. Sending you a basket of Easter blessings in yellow, pink, orange and purple dear friend.
Buehler Avatar
April 17, 2025 at 5:04 PM
Thank you so much for your lovely, gracious, deeply appreciated remarks, dear Sam. I also love the beautiful Easter basket you're sending. A happy, blessed Easter to you and yours, as well :)
Wolf Avatar
April 17, 2025 at 8:57 AM
Still in awe of that 'yellow balloon! ... Congrats on POTD, Evelyn J!! ~ Mr. Full of Hot Air & Yellow Too. lol.
Buehler Avatar
April 17, 2025 at 4:58 PM
I appreciate your lovely words of congratulations, Gershon. I'm glad you liked my yellow balloon. They call it 'mellow yellow' (quite rightly). :D
Lawless Avatar
April 17, 2025 at 6:53 AM
I believe that SILENT yellow balloon knows all your secrets Evelyn. I know some very proper older women who were absolute terrors in their wilder days. Nice write...stay on the porch they're probably not ready for you
Buehler Avatar
April 17, 2025 at 4:37 PM
Thank you for your kind thoughts, and for the chuckles, John. Very best wishes.
Grubb Avatar
April 17, 2025 at 6:19 AM
Evelyn, you have created a lovely, graceful work. The yellow balloon drifting silently adds a special touch. Loved it...congrats on your POTD. -Mickey G
Buehler Avatar
April 17, 2025 at 4:35 PM
I appreciate your warm remarks so much, Mickey G. Blessings.
Kitchin Avatar
April 17, 2025 at 3:13 AM
Evelyn, beautifully penned, congratulations on POTD.
Buehler Avatar
April 17, 2025 at 4:33 PM
Tania, thank you so much. Happy Easter!
Gifford Avatar
April 17, 2025 at 3:10 AM
Hello Evelyn, congratulations on your POTD win with this beautifully written and smooth flowing write. Wishing you a wonderful day and great Easter weekend, fellow poet.
Buehler Avatar
April 17, 2025 at 4:30 PM
Hello Zyrool, thank you very much for your kind words of congratulations. A blessed Easter to you and yours. :)
Seeker Avatar
April 17, 2025 at 2:31 AM
Beautiful and soothing. Warmest congratulations on POTD, Evelyn
Buehler Avatar
April 17, 2025 at 4:28 PM
Thanks so much for the compliment and words of congratulations. Very best wishes.
Andresen Avatar
April 17, 2025 at 2:05 AM
- Beautiful p.o.t.d., congratulations, Evelyn ... enjoy :) - hugs
Buehler Avatar
April 17, 2025 at 4:23 PM
Your warm congratulations are so appreciated, Anne-Lise. hugs :)
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