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Memories of Maryland

Memories of Maryland

I woke up in a pleasant dream
with unfamiliar sights at hand
so far away from my known land.

A wooded forest by a stream
and all around the rolling hills,
my weary mind, with comfort fills.

The air about with nature teems
as birds, their soothing songs, display,
and deer and squirrels and chipmunks play.

Sun’s warming rays through treetops gleam
and light my way with Summer’s smile
if only for a little while.

And I, myself, have verve redeemed
as deep within, my dreams renewed,
and now, like sun, the beams exude.

I woke up in a pleasant dream,
a wooded forest by a stream,
the air about with nature teems,
sun’s gentle rays through treetops gleam,
and I, myself, have verve redeemed.


July 4, 2021
Constanza

This poem was inspired by our recent trip to Lake Linganore, Maryland
to visit our dear friends Cheryl and Bobby.  I was quite taken by the 
beautiful countryside of Maryland.

Copyright © John Gondolf | Year Posted 2021

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Jennifer Fenn Date: 7/30/2021 1:38:00 PM I would love to see Maryland! Thank you for this glimpse of it! Login to Reply John Gondolf Date: 7/30/2021 3:23:00 PM This was my first visit to Maryland and it was quite beautiful. Thank you for sharing your comments, Jennifer. I appreciate it. John

Sandra Adams Date: 7/21/2021 4:47:00 PM Something very relaxing about the beautiful country where not many houses exist yet...pa is much like this too, i have been through the country of maryland on my way to west virginia... great write! glad you had this experience, it made for wonderful poetry! hugs Login to Reply John Gondolf Date: 7/22/2021 4:57:00 AM Thank you for sharing your thoughts and comments, Sandy. It was a very peaceful and relaxing getaway visiting your part of the country. Hugs, John

Joe Dimino Date: 7/19/2021 4:44:00 PM Very nice poem, John; love the description and soothing dreamlike nature stemming from the theme. Was reminded of Frost's great works. Beautiful read; thank you. Login to Reply John Gondolf Date: 7/20/2021 2:14:00 AM Thanks for sharing your thoughts and comments, Joe, I’m glad you enjoyed it. John

Shirley Hawkins Date: 7/15/2021 6:16:00 PM A dream come true.... A really beautiful poem Login to Reply John Gondolf Date: 7/16/2021 2:11:00 AM Thank you for sharing your thoughts and comments, Shirley, I’m glad you enjoyed it. John

Heidi Sands Date: 7/15/2021 12:03:00 PM Wow, it certainly inspired a beautiful poem from you John. I enjoyed this. Thanks for sharing :) Login to Reply John Gondolf Date: 7/16/2021 2:08:00 AM Thank you so much, Heidi, I appreciate it. Hugs, John

Nancy Kaufman Date: 7/14/2021 1:31:00 PM Hi John, I loved your tribute to Maryland which was also my home for most of my life. Thanks for your earlier comment as well. I am not a very disciplined or schooled writer but it is a favored pastime for me. I'm going to keep exploring your poetry as I think we all do learn from each other here. Thanks again. Nancy Login to Reply John Gondolf Date: 7/15/2021 2:41:00 AM Thank you, Nancy, I appreciate your thoughts and comments. You don’t have to be a skilled writer to write poetry, just speak from your heart. John

Gary Radice Date: 7/11/2021 2:20:00 AM This is simply excellent John. I've never been to Maryland but I love it. Cheers - Gary Login to Reply John Gondolf Date: 7/11/2021 7:04:00 AM Thank you so much, Gary, I'm glad you enjoyed it. I found Maryland to be beautiful with the rolling hills and trees, we don't have that here in north Texas. John

Richard Lamoureux Date: 7/10/2021 10:56:00 AM Gorgeous. ;0) Login to Reply John Gondolf Date: 7/11/2021 6:58:00 AM Thanks so much, Richard, I'm glad you enjoyed it.

Pashang Salehi Date: 7/5/2021 10:02:00 AM What a beautiful picture you wrote. Login to Reply Pashang Salehi Date: 7/6/2021 2:53:00 PM Always,,, John Gondolf Date: 7/5/2021 11:05:00 AM Thank you, Pashang, I appreciate it. John

Brandy Nicole Date: 7/4/2021 8:48:00 PM Such a beautiful dream, one that has become a reality. Your thoughts are tender and warm, soft and inviting. Memories flood the heart and caress the soul. Welcome back, my dear sweet friend. I am so happy that you enjoyed your time away. :) Hugs, Brandy Login to Reply John Gondolf Date: 7/5/2021 6:53:00 AM Thank you, Brandy, it was a pleasant break from my monotonous routine. It is good to recharge the spirit once in a while. Hugs, John

Susan Lawrence Date: 7/4/2021 1:02:00 PM John, Beautiful images ...thoughts..emotions. I love And I, myself, have verve redeemed as deep within, my dreams renewed, and now, like sun, the beams exude. Sounds like an energy elixir ! All the best, Susan :) Login to Reply John Gondolf Date: 7/5/2021 6:34:00 AM Thank you so much for sharing your thoughts and comments, Susan, it truly was such a wonderful place to renew one's spirit. Hugs, John