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One night in the forest

~ With a moonbeam in her smile, she illumined every flower, while she wandered down the path, neath an ever-changing sky With a chuckle and a grin, peeked behind the twisted maple, where the dragonflies would hide, if a stranger passes by On this quiet summer eve, as the crickets started chirping, with a pinecone as a necklace, she was dressed up for the show As she took her favorite seat, near a toadstool who was sleeping and a tree frog she called Larry, on her shoelace down below When she heard the singer sing, as the evergreens were swaying, in a soft melodic fashion, while the cello played in time There were songbirds in the trees, where they added happy whistles near some squirrels who would listen, just to see if it did rhyme When along a spider came, (no, it's not some different story) with a top hat on his head, said he'd really like to dance They all watched as he performed, with his eight legs quickly moving, then applauded when he stopped, this might be his only chance Next, a butterfly ballet, so demure, their wings a' flutter, in a silken pirouette, so enchanting was the sight They received a roaring cheer, loud as thunder in the heavens, as they took a tiny bow, then they ran off to the right Where beyond the forest edge, came the morning sun arising, purple, pink and tangerine, were the colors she did spy So, she rubbed her weary eyes, gave a little hug to Larry, made her way back down the path, as she waved to all good bye ~

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Date: 7/14/2025 4:51:00 PM
congrats on POTW....your poem flowed and seemed musical. I agree with Danie, it had a fairytale like quality. Well done!
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Chris Green
Date: 7/15/2025 5:04:00 AM
Thank you so very much
Date: 7/12/2025 6:14:00 PM
Adorable poetry Chris, congratulations on receiving the honour of poem of the week… Beryl
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Chris Green
Date: 7/14/2025 5:42:00 AM
Thank you so much Beryl
Date: 7/11/2025 9:47:00 AM
Hello Chris, Congrats on POTW! The musical touches and the evergreens swaying, the cello playing, the songbirds and squirrels listening for a rhyme all add a lyrical, almost fairytale quality to the night. I felt that you closed the poem with such a tender, peaceful note with the colors of dawn, a hug for Larry, and a gentle goodbye to the magical night. Excellent POTW! Summer Blessings My Friend, Daniel
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Chris Green
Date: 7/11/2025 10:04:00 AM
Thanks so much Daniel. Sometimes my mind goes on these firefly illumined adventures and I write down what I see with my eyes closed. So thrilled you had fun with this one. I appreciate your kind comments.
Date: 7/9/2025 7:57:00 AM
with a pinecone as a necklace, she was dressed up for the show… When along a spider came, (no, it's not some different story)…the spider dance and the demure butterfly ballet…such a cute write, Chris! Congrats on POTW!
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Chris Green
Date: 7/9/2025 8:10:00 AM
Thanks Kim. I am glad you enjoyed this one. I appreciate you my friend.
Date: 7/9/2025 6:33:00 AM
- Congratulations on your p.o.t.w., Chris :) - hugs
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Chris Green
Date: 7/9/2025 7:36:00 AM
Thank you so much my friend.
Date: 7/9/2025 3:03:00 AM
Wonderfully written and enchanting Chris! I love that you’re spotlighted for a week! Congratulations on earning potw dear friend!
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Chris Green
Date: 7/9/2025 6:29:00 AM
Thank you so very much Karen for always being so kind to me
Date: 7/9/2025 2:34:00 AM
Dear Chris, this is an absolutely gorgeous poem.... Congratulations on POTW! So deserving of the spotlight, my friend! Brilliant! Enjoy your special week :)
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Chris Green
Date: 7/9/2025 6:28:00 AM
Thank you so very much Anne. I am thrilled you enjoyed this
Date: 7/8/2025 3:51:00 AM
Chris, a well penned enchanting and whimsical poem. Congratulations on POTW.
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Chris Green
Date: 7/8/2025 6:30:00 AM
Thank you Tania.
Date: 7/7/2025 1:37:00 PM
Charming... Delightful... Adorable... Serendipitous... Couldn't decide between or among them, so I say this enchanting write is ALL of the above, Chris. Thanks, Gershon
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Chris Green
Date: 7/7/2025 2:15:00 PM
Thanks so much my friend. Glad you liked it.
Date: 7/6/2025 4:58:00 PM
Chris, your words take me to another time and place. I always enjoy the journey. This is both beautiful and magical. :) My heart is smiling. Congratulations my dear friend, on Poem of the Week. My best to you. :) Hugs, Brandy
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Chris Green
Date: 7/7/2025 12:31:00 PM
Thank you so very much Brandy
Date: 7/6/2025 10:31:00 AM
A beautiful and well written poem, Chris. I enjoyed to serenity of the night and the lovely imagery you wove into each verse. Congratulations on a well-deserved POTW honor! Enjoy your special week of recognition. I'll be following your poetry now. Write On! A poet friend to be, in Texas, Bill
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Chris Green
Date: 7/7/2025 12:30:00 PM
Thanks so much Bill. I appreciate it.
Date: 7/6/2025 9:03:00 AM
Whimsical and endearing Chris. Congratulations! :)
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Chris Green
Date: 7/7/2025 12:30:00 PM
Thank you so much
Date: 7/6/2025 7:16:00 AM
Congratulations on your POTW win. I enjoyed reading your creative/fun "One night in the forest" write. This would be great as a book. A wonderful ending... Have a blessed day with your win.......
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Chris Green
Date: 7/7/2025 12:30:00 PM
Thank you so much Paula
Date: 7/2/2025 3:08:00 PM
oh my goodness Chris this is just adorable, it would make a wonderful illustrated book for children! a huge fave! hugs Jan xx
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Chris Green
Date: 7/3/2025 8:56:00 AM
Thanks so very much Jan. I appreciate your kindness.

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