One Tree

the tree stands guard out on the lonely plain
a beacon for all to see
and the world is at peace

it's leaves are festooned with the look of spring
a ring of flowers beneath
a sign of peace to come

yet no one looks upon this tree of peace
too caught up in their own way
and never to know peace

mdailey   3/6/12
Copyright © | Year Posted 2012

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Devonshire Avatar
March 6, 2012 at 2:36 PM
This poem has beautiful imagery, Mike. I think Rick asked for just one kimo, so I'll have to check that. Winning wishes for you! Love, Carolyn
Dailey Avatar
March 6, 2012 at 3:39 PM
Once I wote one verse, I couldn't help myself as the other words were in my head and I had to put them down or they would stay there and repeat and repeat and repeat. Mike
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