Queen Anne's Lace

A newborn's but a fertile field most parents would propose
to plant with seeds of servitude lined up in perfect rows.
Tilled with proper spacing and of weeds there is no trace,
but as for me I'd sooner see a field of Queen Anne's Lace.

People will move random rocks; make rows with every tree
finding satisfaction in their want of symmetry.
But facing one direction just neglects a lot of space;
as for me I'd sooner see a field of Queen Anne's Lace.

Scattered willie-nither by a warm and kindly breeze,
seeds should put down random roots where ever they may please.
For neighbors, Blue Stem Prairie Grass or maybe Golden Rod,
A stately Black Eyed Susan or fluffy Milk Weed pod.
I find no pressing reason all need serve the human race,
as for me I'd sooner be a field of Queen Anne's Lace.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2011

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Nau Avatar
April 16, 2016 at 12:33 PM
This was fun and I have the same sensibility for the wild rather than the cultivated. My unruly favorite are Sweet Peas (if you come up for air read my Party Vine)! I love a field of wildflowers over a rose bed and I ADORE Queen Anne's lace. This was delightful!
Jones Avatar
October 6, 2011 at 10:54 PM
My angels trumpets bloomed for the third time this year coupla days ago. was a beauty scene.
Jones Avatar
October 2, 2011 at 8:11 PM
dang. the comment i wanna make is forbidden. so I'll just say well writ. Beauty eve to ya.~N
Kendrick Avatar
September 24, 2011 at 7:06 PM
I really enjoyed the rhythm and rhyme of this one..Enjoyed reading very much..Thanks for the kind review of my work..Yes, my Princess has been feeling very low..I hope that she feels much better by tomorrow..Sara
Maverick Avatar
June 16, 2011 at 1:57 PM
Yes Wayne, i can find a great deal of empathy with the spirit of this write, most worthwhile read today..
Song Avatar
May 13, 2011 at 6:19 PM
The repetition shows your devotion to this intricate white flower. NIcely written and your point is well-received. Gwendolen
Brown Avatar
April 15, 2011 at 1:00 PM
I enjoyed reading your wonderful poetry this afternoon Wayne. Have a great weekend and I hope you find lots of inspiration along the way. Love, Carol
Sweetheart Avatar
April 15, 2011 at 5:42 AM
Interesting analogies and concepts Wayne my friend.. how are u doing luv? so happy to see u here posting this brilliant write and commenting so sweetly on my poetry... luv the last Kyrielle refrain .. soothes the above lines of truth ... happy weekend luv.. hope to hear from u more and more ..miss ya..
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