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
Sponsor: Line Gauthier
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Kulkarni Avatar
June 14, 2019 at 10:19 AM
Such an apt poem. You are so good with your words Joseph!!! -Smita
Thomas Avatar
April 27, 2019 at 3:58 PM
So very peaceful Joseph. Hello :)
Marcum Wong Avatar
April 18, 2019 at 12:19 AM
I am back to congratulate you on your win Joseph. I am happy to see this on the winners list. xxoo : )
Nicole Avatar
April 17, 2019 at 11:36 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
Warrior Avatar
April 17, 2019 at 12:42 PM
Lovely write Joseph...Congrats! on your fine win my friend...happy endings...^WW^
Dutta Avatar
April 14, 2019 at 6:56 AM
So nicely composed. All the best.
Marcum Wong Avatar
April 11, 2019 at 1:28 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
Sands Avatar
April 8, 2019 at 9:27 AM
Great one. I enjoyed it. Very nice :)
Nicole Avatar
April 7, 2019 at 7:48 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
Dietrich Avatar
April 7, 2019 at 2:50 PM
wow, you showed its "life span' in such an awesome way. Very clever, Joseph.
Proxenos Avatar
April 7, 2019 at 11:24 AM
What a cute poem Joseph - I love personification poems and this was is a fav. for me. Love it. Poetry hugs, Jennifer.
Pandit Avatar
April 6, 2019 at 4:13 PM
Cleverly done Joseph. You captured well how they spread..great imagery.
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