Jan Allison Poet Dizain

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Lost To the Wind

A countryside walk gives me such delight
yellow dandelions grow in the field
Soon they will transform, changing to pure white
soft puffballs, where minute seeds are concealed -
to a gentle breeze all these seeds will yield 

Tiny seeds hang on to white parachutes,
with mother nature they are in cahoots
Scattered by the wind they drift in the air
until they fall to earth and put down roots…
but some gardeners find them a nightmare!

Pick-A-Title, Vol 21 - Dizain - Poetry Contest

Sponsored by Edward Ibeh

Chosen Title . 5. Lost To The Wind

10 syllables per line, checked with Rhymezone and how many syllables

08/05/20

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V. Deepa August 26, 2020 at 10:59 PM Wow.... splendid write with beautiful imageries and displayed pics dear Jan mam:-) I love dandelion puff balls...in my childhood(even now)believed they were the mediator's who carried my small little wishes to god.:-) I catch hold of it..tell my wish to them and blow it off to be carried by the wind.:-) Enjoyed your work.Congratulations on you win. Keep inspiring.Take care.Much love from Deepa.

John Watt August 20, 2020 at 3:13 PM Delightfully written, congrats on your win! Hugs ~ John Jan Allison August 20, 2020 at 3:16 PM thanks John:-) hugs jan xx

Howard Kerr August 20, 2020 at 11:58 AM Hi Jan, This is a very broad slant in lyrical terms on the subject and you have completed the task with maximum aplomb. Congratulations. You have succeeded on merit. Howard Jan Allison August 20, 2020 at 1:07 PM thanks Howard:-) hugs jan xx

Edward Ibeh August 19, 2020 at 5:31 PM Congratulations on your win in my contest with this sensational piece, Jan:-) Love the pics as well. Dandelions are beautiful to look at, but I'm no fan! lol Jan Allison August 20, 2020 at 1:07 PM I pick them as soon as they show their yellow flower otherwise the wind blows the seeds all over the garden:-( hugs jan xx

Lindsay Laurie August 7, 2020 at 6:20 PM Hello Jan ... another dandelion fan. If only the dandelion was recognized as a beneficial herb, tea, and coffee substitute, and not a weed - enjoyed your verse Jan - Lindsay Jan Allison August 20, 2020 at 1:06 PM thanks Lindsay:-) hugs jan xx

Carolyn Devonshire August 6, 2020 at 2:19 PM A delightful description of dandelions, Jan! I used to collect them and give them to my mother. She seemed happy, but maybe it was because I had "weeded" her garden. Big smiles for you and best wishes in Edward's contest! Hugs, Carolyn Jan Allison August 20, 2020 at 1:05 PM thanks Carolyn:-) hugs jan xx

Rico Leffanta August 6, 2020 at 2:16 PM Clever choice of subject and well written, but neither you nor anyone else mentioned dandelion wine! Is everyone on the wagon? Aloha! Rico Jan Allison August 20, 2020 at 1:04 PM I have never heard of the wine Rico;-) hugs jan xx

Kim Rodrigues August 6, 2020 at 11:32 AM Very nice, Jan! You know I never wondered about the seeds. Never analyzed the whole dandelion process. Thanks! Jan Allison August 20, 2020 at 1:04 PM thanks Kim:-) hugs jan xx

Brenda Chiri August 6, 2020 at 11:14 AM So descriptive and gorgeous write jan!;) Jan Allison August 20, 2020 at 1:03 PM thanks Brenda:-) hugs jan xx

Jennifer Proxenos August 6, 2020 at 10:40 AM They tend to give people sinus problems but children love them almost like blowing bubbles into the air. Great write Jan, Blessings and hugs, Jennifer. Jan Allison August 20, 2020 at 1:02 PM I always loved blowing the dandelion clocks as a child:-) hugs jan xx

Anne-Lise Andresen August 6, 2020 at 7:57 AM - I love the "white soft puffballs", Jan - They are beautiful but no one wants them in their garden :) - Best wishes in the contest :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :) Jan Allison August 20, 2020 at 1:01 PM thanks Anne-Lise:-) hugs jan xx

Carole Duet August 6, 2020 at 2:18 AM What a lovely poem about one of nature's miracles, the great dandelion and I, like a child, still love them. Carole :D Jan Allison August 20, 2020 at 12:59 PM thanks Carole:-) hugs jan xx

Caren Krutsinger August 5, 2020 at 9:42 PM I do not want this to happen too soon; autumn does not need to rush this year. I am still enjoying my blooming flowers especially my crepe myrtles. This poem's imagery is gorgeous, Jan. Jan Allison August 20, 2020 at 12:58 PM thanks Caren:-) hugs jan xx

Jenna Logan August 5, 2020 at 7:32 PM These 'puffballs' are so delicate, Your words describe them and their flight very well. Jan Allison August 20, 2020 at 12:58 PM thanks Jenna:-) hugs jan xx

John Watt August 5, 2020 at 5:10 PM So charmed by this double dizain ode to the two-sided coin of the dandelion. Is it nature's beauty or a weed? Depends on whom you ask, of course! Loved the read, and I wish you all the best in the contest, my friend. It's a #1 to me! Jan Allison August 20, 2020 at 12:57 PM thanks John sorry for the delay in responding:-) hugs jan xx

Phyllis Babcock August 5, 2020 at 4:29 PM Hi Jan and yes they are truly a nightmare to get rid of. Those white floating seeds just love to find those nice green lawns to add some color too. But your poem is excellent in description. love phyl Jan Allison August 20, 2020 at 12:57 PM thanks Phyllis:-) hugs jan xx

Regina Mcintosh August 5, 2020 at 3:24 PM Jan, this is a wonderful inspiration you've brought us - so gentle and lovely, a true joy to read and digest. Much love and prayers for you, dear friend. God bless you with a win Jan Allison August 5, 2020 at 3:32 PM Thanks Regina its all i could come up with i hope Edward likes it:-) hugs Jan xx