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Our Worth

Though Midas had his fabled touch of gold Real treasure comes with that first touch of spring Upon arrival swollen buds explode In colors that would thrill a golden king That kind of beauty can't be bought or sold Such richness in the bounty which she brings Reminding us in her own subtle way Our worth is in the beauty we display June 12 2017 by Daniel Turner

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Bette Bavington

Date: 3/21/2018 12:18:00 PM

A wonderful piece on nature. Nature has so much to offer us. It is a shame that not people can see it. A good one.

Connie Marcum Wong

Date: 7/12/2017 2:20:00 AM

I feel like I have just been to church and have left with peace in my heart, every time I read your wonderful poetry Daniel! I am such a fan of your work. Congratulations on your deserving win my friend! I love it! A Fave! : )

Joseph May

Date: 7/5/2017 7:20:00 AM

Congrats on a fine win Daniel..

Daniel Turner
Date: 7/7/2017 10:44:00 AM

Thank you, Joseph. It was fun learning a new form:)

Janis Thompson

Date: 7/4/2017 8:23:00 PM

Well done Daniel. Thanks for your words of wisdom and beauty. Congratulations on your win.

Daniel Turner
Date: 7/7/2017 10:43:00 AM

Thank you, Janis. I appreciate your kind comments. Don't you have a birthday coming up?

Eve Roper

Date: 7/4/2017 8:01:00 PM

Nicely done, Daniel ,congratulations on your win ~*

Daniel Turner
Date: 7/7/2017 10:43:00 AM

Thank you, Mrs Eve. You're so sweet:)

Jan Allison

Date: 7/4/2017 5:55:00 PM

I REALLY loved this one DT many congrats on your win:-) hugs Jan xx

Daniel Turner
Date: 7/7/2017 10:42:00 AM

Thank you, Jan. I'm thrilled that you liked it:)

Janice Canerdy

Date: 7/4/2017 3:20:00 PM

Love it! Congrats on your win, Danny. Janice

Daniel Turner
Date: 7/7/2017 10:42:00 AM

Thank you, Janice:) You're so sweet:)

Lewis Raynes

Date: 6/22/2017 9:45:00 PM

this is a beautiful little read, great writing

Daniel Turner
Date: 6/25/2017 1:02:00 PM

Thank you, Lewis:)

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 6/18/2017 1:00:00 AM

This was a wonderful use of the ottava rima form, Danny. Imagery mixed in with a very nice message.

Daniel Turner
Date: 6/19/2017 11:14:00 AM

Thank you, Andrea. I'm broadening my horizons. Lol

Carole Duet

Date: 6/16/2017 10:00:00 PM

So lovely...a beauty of a poem. There's nothing more beautiful than Nature in its glory...unless its the beauty of love.

Daniel Turner
Date: 6/17/2017 9:58:00 AM

IMO Nothing is more beautiful than nature, not even love:) Thank you Carole. Nice to see you:)

Connie Marcum Wong

Date: 6/14/2017 8:48:00 AM

You managed to share grace and beauty in this piece while at the same time sharing wisdom. A very beautiful first creation Daniel! : )

Daniel Turner
Date: 6/15/2017 8:28:00 AM

Thank you, Mrs Connie. You are always so kind and supportive:)

Joanna Daniel

Date: 6/14/2017 5:56:00 AM

Really very nice, DT, love the message of nature in your poem:) I'm not trying this contest, iambic pentameter beats me:(

Daniel Turner
Date: 6/15/2017 8:27:00 AM

Thank you, Jo. I'm sure you would do fine:)

John Hamilton

Date: 6/13/2017 6:06:00 PM

This is amazing for your first Ottava Rima, it flows so well, really nice descriptions of nature and springtime. Should do well in the contest, I tried one of these forms, it's still unfinished in my notebook. They are much harder than it seems.

Daniel Turner
Date: 6/13/2017 6:16:00 PM

Thank you, John. They are basically like a short sonnet. i appreciate your kindness. Hoping you and your lovely wife are well:)

Elizabeth Kinch

Date: 6/13/2017 12:24:00 PM

The beauty of nature surpasses all. Beautifully written Daniel.

Daniel Turner
Date: 6/13/2017 6:15:00 PM

Thank you, Elizabeth. It was my first attempt at this form. I appreciate your kind review:)

Freddie Robinson Jr.

Date: 6/13/2017 8:49:00 AM

Beautiful wisdom, Daniel. You evoke the timeless thoughts of witnessing nature's beauty w/grace and a poet's insight. Pure poetry that speaks truth. Love always.

Daniel Turner
Date: 6/13/2017 6:14:00 PM

Thank you, Freddie. you are so kind. I appreciate your friendly visits:)

Lin Lane

Date: 6/12/2017 4:48:00 PM

This being the first Ottava rima reminds me of the last poem you wrote, 'Let Me Be the First." Both lovely poems and you've not only captured the form but also the gift of Spring with your seasonal words, Danny.

Daniel Turner
Date: 6/12/2017 5:01:00 PM

Thank you. I consider that very high praise, Peaches. You are too kind:)

Ilene Bauer

Date: 6/12/2017 4:11:00 PM

wonderfully written, daniel! nature's beauty overshadows any other, that's for sure...

Daniel Turner
Date: 6/12/2017 5:00:00 PM

Thank you, Mrs Ilene:)

Nette Onclaud

Date: 6/12/2017 3:06:00 PM

this defines beauty in its fullest sense of authenticity, daniel... so well put!..huggs

Daniel Turner
Date: 6/12/2017 4:59:00 PM

Thank you, Nette. You flatter me:)

White Wolf

Date: 6/12/2017 2:28:00 PM

Lovely, Daniel! A refreshing read this morning

Daniel Turner
Date: 6/12/2017 4:59:00 PM

Thank you. WW. I appreciate your kindness:)

Jan Allison

Date: 6/12/2017 1:52:00 PM

Your description of spring reminds me of forsythia just beginning to bloom:-) a beautiful poem Daniel:-) hugs Jan xx

Daniel Turner
Date: 6/12/2017 1:53:00 PM

Thank you, Jan. this is my first attempt to write an ottava rima. i'm glad you liked it:)

Chris Green

Date: 6/12/2017 1:16:00 PM

Such an encouraging and beautiful poem Daniel. So much truth fills in your lines today my friend.

Daniel Turner
Date: 6/12/2017 1:52:00 PM

Thank you, Chris. This is the first ottava rima I have ever written. I appreciate your kindness:)