Open Prairies

I stand in the center of an ocean of wheat,
shimmering from the wind like ocean waves. 
The clouds, the sky, the sun, the colors of the fields 
and the touch of the warm gentle breeze.

The wild flowers and trees bordering the land,
the red earth blowing with the wind.
The sound of water from nearby streams,
ease life’s burdens away in a flash.

The vast openness of distant horizons,
as the gold heads rattle with the wind.
The red-tailed hawks squawk in the sky,
the sand-hill cranes head for a pond.

The cows graze on lush green beauty,
as I stand in a field with pen in hand.
This is the beauty I am blessed with,
whether my eyes are closed or open.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2009

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Fraser Avatar
June 7, 2009 at 3:53 PM
No better sight and sound, that what is being broadcast from a lea or meadow, being surrounded by nature, awesome poem>James
Moreno Avatar
February 3, 2009 at 2:34 AM
Wow, nice poem! the way you describe the prairie is great. Nice use of words.........Danielle
Lopez Avatar
February 2, 2009 at 5:59 PM
Great descriptions of home, job well done..................nice work
Edmonds Avatar
February 1, 2009 at 12:24 AM
Awesome write Raul, you described home with this one.
Guzzi Avatar
January 28, 2009 at 5:13 PM
"waving from the wind like ocean waves" perhaps "shimmering in the wind..." do you really want to use wave twice? "the red earth blowing in the wind" is my favorite line. Light & Love Debbie Guzzi
Martin Avatar
January 28, 2009 at 4:11 AM
I Know Of Such Prairies, Great Tribute To The Open Land. I Share The Same Love. Tyler
Neal Avatar
January 27, 2009 at 11:49 PM
I haven't been on in a few days and you have posted so much work. I didn't think I was away that long. This is a fantastic poem about the beautiful prairies I also have a love for. DN
Gass Avatar
January 26, 2009 at 6:27 AM
I was transported to this place of warmth and beauty through your clear images in this, Raul. Thank you for letting me see this through your eyes. Love, Robin
Neal Avatar
January 23, 2009 at 4:04 PM
This is a good piece of the way the beauty is all around you. I would hate not to see all this around me. Good Job you describe the praires well. Love Elizabeth
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January 23, 2009 at 12:45 PM
The beautiful imagery makes for wonderful reading. Love the last two lines. This poem has me smiling. Blessings to you for sharing your talent with us. Thank you for your kind words regarding my haiku. Karen
Winter Avatar
January 23, 2009 at 6:07 AM
Between you and Kristin today I am feeling like I am missing out on so much. Such beauty portrayed. Awesome write dear Raul. Love, Shar
Reynolds Avatar
January 23, 2009 at 5:19 AM
Beautiful, my fellow prairie-soul friend. :) You paint a most pretty picture here, that i know very well. I sure do miss my oceans of gold, skies down to the groud, and the wind through the grass...sigh...i miss home. well done, Raul, always, Kristin P.S-thanks again. :)
Higgins Avatar
January 23, 2009 at 4:31 AM
Exceptional picture painted Raul. I am there enjoying this moment created by your mind and pen. Great job!
Chamma Avatar
January 23, 2009 at 3:54 AM
This piece is a beauty...Draws many images of wonder..Thank you for sharing your passion... The young one, Farah
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