Picturesque

Protected am I inside a  canopy of luscious green leaves
Hand resting on a vine hanging beside me 
The bench of a log I sit on holds me above the bright blue waters
Where I dip my feet and enjoy the swishing wet between my toes
In the distance an island awaits for me to swim across
There I gather plentiful things that greatly satisfy  
Here it is never cold nor is it steaming hot 
A gracious wind always blowing gently caressing the skin
Still longingly I gaze for a newcomer to pass through 
For in this perfect paradise being alone will sadden the heart
All these beautiful things to share with no one there hard to endure
I will be patient for when they arrive they are sure to stay
We will dance on the waters singing sweet melodies
Forever caught in visual bliss honored to inhabit such a vivid space

contest: Maverick Free Verse
by: Virginia Frayer
Copyright © | Year Posted 2011

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Austin Avatar
June 8, 2011 at 2:21 PM
Yes! The poem cries out for company, someone to share with. Love it. daver
Dietrich Avatar
March 18, 2011 at 9:12 AM
Virginia, this is just wonderful. The forlorness in the middle of this paradise and the character of the poem cannot even share it. I love it. Congratulations.
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March 17, 2011 at 7:52 AM
When we are alone, even paradise does not make us feel better Virginia. I understand the feelings you express so eloquently. Congratulations on your success in the contest. Love, Carolyn
Brown Avatar
March 17, 2011 at 7:36 AM
Congratulations Virginia on your win in the "Maverick Free Verse" contest sponsored by John Moses Freeman. Love, Carol
Sweetheart Avatar
March 16, 2011 at 8:51 PM
Congrats Virginia on your fantastic win in the Maverick Free Verse contest with this exciting entry luv.. enjoy your sweet success...
Mehta Avatar
March 16, 2011 at 6:30 PM
Congratulations on this win in the contest of john, Virginia
Freeman Avatar
March 16, 2011 at 6:27 PM
So great to see you in the winning circle Virgina. Congratulations on your worthy poem's success. Agape, Moses
Haick Avatar
March 10, 2011 at 11:40 AM
Beautiful images painted well, Virginia. I too enjoy your descriptive words, transporting me to the scenery you so well describe. I enjoyed this very much. Always, Annalise
Anderson Avatar
March 9, 2011 at 12:46 PM
I can feel the loneliness in your poem. Very nice poem...wonderful descriptions...Jimmy
Parker Avatar
March 8, 2011 at 7:41 PM
I will be on the next boat over! You should not have this paradise all to yourself! Joking aside, I enjoyed your heartfelt plea for a solace to complement your serenity.
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