Nette Onclaud Poet Free verse

Pearl of the Orient

Seven thousand islands grace the shore
as narra trees arise , sun -dressed
with ripples humming a native folksong--
gracious the womenfolk, caressed
by Philippine beaches ever idyllic--
and exotic garlands spill from their baskets
crowning fiestas with decorative wares.
And boatmen wave to relish town’s gaiety
the canoes sailing in May's fluvial parade;
when wavelets of joy twirls, animated
along dewy coastlines… such heritage bears
the name reflecting its grandeur, 'Pearl of the Orient.'
My dawn and night broth, this homeland
where birthmark prints…a natural wonder of the world!


(your) Country 'tis of thee' Contest
Sponsor: Brahn Bailey   Edited 9/3/2018

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Funom Makama May 1, 2014 at 2:45 PM What a blessing! This is such an enjoyable, beautifully written and captivating read. Thank you so much for the share. You are indeed hugely talented

Darren Watson February 28, 2014 at 10:10 PM Wonderful poem nette. Salamat my friend.

Poet Tacito February 28, 2014 at 12:43 AM Embracing the roots of your heart. Home. Absolutely awesome job!

Richard Lamoureux February 27, 2014 at 5:16 PM Lovely Netted, is this for the contest? If so I am sure it will do well.

Tim Ryerson February 27, 2014 at 2:07 AM I was amazed when I found out how many islands make up the Philippines! I once read that some are so small that the number varies depending on the tides. Another strange event: Did you hear about the Japanese soldier who was found on the Philippine island of Lubang in 1974 thirty years after the surrender and how the HECK did I get so far off the subject here? Now I don't have enough room to say what a fine poem this is, but it is... Tim Ryerson February 27, 2014 at 2:09 AM Hey! I DID have enough room. As I was saying...

Russell Sivey February 26, 2014 at 9:38 PM No matter where this place really exists, that is a minor point, what is important is how beautiful and wondrously gorgeous this place really is by your tremendous descriptions! You always impress me with your delightful words, this one is no less that one of your best my friend! I really loved reading this amazing poem this evening! What an awesome poem, Great Work!!

James Peranteau February 26, 2014 at 6:54 PM What a picturesque write dear poet ! You have filled my troubled heart with pleasant thoughts at this time, and I thank you Nette ! Have a wonderful week my friend....much love, james

Anne-Lise Andresen February 26, 2014 at 3:53 PM - This is beautiful, Nette - very enjoyable to read - Sunshine and Smil !!! :))) - oxox // Anne-Lise :)

Tim Smith February 26, 2014 at 2:44 PM You paint a fabulous picture of your homeland nette ... It has me longing to visit....Tim

Kayod5 Kayode February 26, 2014 at 1:21 PM Wow ! Sweet homeland,this truly reminds me of home.A classic one from the queen herself.Brilliant.

Michael Wegman February 26, 2014 at 11:56 AM Wow...Nette, this is absolutely beautiful! THANK YOU...it takes me back to my year on Oahu with the U.S. Navy...and most memorable year of island lore, tradition, and smells and tastes I'll not soon forget!

Kabuteng P.Ink K. February 26, 2014 at 11:55 AM This is such a beautiful and enticing portrayal of our Inang Bayan, nette! Parang sana nasa may beach ako ngayon, sobrang tagal ko na talaga hindi nag-beach, nakakamangha. I hope all is well with you! Kabuteng P.Ink K. February 26, 2014 at 11:55 AM sorry ha, talagang kabute na ako dito

Franco Gonza February 26, 2014 at 11:40 AM Nette, you draw a lovely experience with words and with seeming ease. An enchanting poem spoken so softly, to linger like a gentle Asian tide.