Rowena Velasco Poet Other

Petals on the Wind

1403 Poetry Contest //Sponsored by: Brian Strand 
Contest Judged:  8/14/2025 5:36:00 AM
( 8th Place )

Written: August 09, 2025


Dawn’s breath lifts pink blooms,
petals cruise to tranquil seas—
hope hums in the breeze.

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Bill Baker August 12, 2025 at 8:54 PM I would call this one a Senryu Shape poem. :-) You have a gift of gentleness to share with us through your poetry, Rowena. Thanks for sharing! Bill Rowena Velasco August 14, 2025 at 4:00 AM Thanks Bill.

Paige Hind August 10, 2025 at 9:16 PM Lovely! Can see and feel it - Rowena Velasco August 11, 2025 at 7:45 AM Thank you.

Anne-Lise Andresen August 10, 2025 at 11:12 AM - Wonderfully written, Rowena :) - hugs Rowena Velasco August 10, 2025 at 11:54 AM Thank you so much! Hugs right back at you!

Deb M August 10, 2025 at 2:24 AM Incredibly beautiful Rowena…..such a sweet title! Debx Rowena Velasco August 10, 2025 at 3:16 AM Thank you so much, Debx! I really appreciate your kind and lovely words.

Anne Winter August 9, 2025 at 9:42 PM Dear Rowena, A beautiful soul soothing poem, I'm so glad I read it. It made me happy! Love this! Best, Anne Rowena Velasco August 10, 2025 at 3:15 AM Thank you so much, Anne! Your sweet words truly warm my heart. I’m so happy the poem brought you joy. Sending love and gratitude your way!

Maureen McGreavy Pigeon Tart August 9, 2025 at 9:30 PM A soothing softness, an elegant poem. Wonderfully penned! xomo Rowena Velasco August 10, 2025 at 3:14 AM Thank you so much!