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Reverie

(Another old, childhood poem.)

Do you remember the old water well,
constructed of wood, stone, shingles,
and clay? It still stands in the dell --
old, decrepit, and gray. Bordered 
by flowers of varying hues. it serves 
as an altar to a lonely recluse.

The old water well where once we did meet
lies crumbling in dust, a hermit's retreat.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2011

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Wesley Avatar
November 10, 2011 at 2:54 PM
You capture the moment with kind of a haunting feeling. A lovely picture for the mind. P S Your kind visit and comment was much appreciated Leo.
Delacroix Avatar
May 15, 2011 at 10:15 PM
So well worded! Great imagery! Enjoyed the read. Thanks for sharing. Caroline.
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