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Lion's Tooth

I am soaring in the sky
 Watching birds fly by
 My parachute opens wide
 As downward I gently glide

 Finally I land on some soft grass
 And I become rooted to the spot, alas
 I will bask in the sun's glow
 As my leaves spread out and grow

 I am no longer a youth
 And my leaves are looking like a lion's tooth!
 I am usually found very close to the ground
  But soon I will be upward bound
 And atop my stem, with a yellow flower I am crowned

 It won't be long before the wind makes me fly
 And once more I will soar in the sky!

 4-6-19
 Dandelion Contest
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Smita Kulkarni

Date: 6/14/2019 10:19:00 AM

Such an apt poem. You are so good with your words Joseph!!! -Smita

FJ Thomas

Date: 4/27/2019 3:58:00 PM

So very peaceful Joseph. Hello :)

Connie Marcum Wong

Date: 4/18/2019 12:19:00 AM

I am back to congratulate you on your win Joseph. I am happy to see this on the winners list. xxoo : )

Brandy Nicole

Date: 4/17/2019 11:36:00 PM

I am soaring though the sapphire blue, and your words are too. :) I knew this was a winner, the moment I read it. Congratulations Joseph, on this win. ~ Brandy

Winged Warrior

Date: 4/17/2019 12:42:00 PM

Lovely write Joseph...Congrats! on your fine win my friend...happy endings...^WW^

Anisha Dutta

Date: 4/14/2019 6:56:00 AM

So nicely composed. All the best.

Connie Marcum Wong

Date: 4/11/2019 1:28:00 AM

A splenderous tribute to this hardy plant that has so many uses yet is cursed by so many. I love your entry my friend.xxoo

Heidi Sands

Date: 4/8/2019 9:27:00 AM

Great one. I enjoyed it. Very nice :)

Brandy Nicole

Date: 4/7/2019 7:48:00 PM

After reading the first line, I knew I would be captivated. Soaring in the sky, this is how I feel every day. :) "It won't be long before the wind makes me fly" I am there in the moment. This is so beautiful and uplifting. I wish to place this in my favorites. Keep soaring Joseph. ~ Brandy