Sequence-Symbol Signs

Daisy
and nettle,
poppy petal,
willow weeds..symbol
life's deeds-
pain and
innocence,
forsaken love-
tragedy lies beneath
death's sheaf
Copyright © | Year Posted 2009

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Keogh Jr. Avatar
July 25, 2009 at 12:27 PM
That last line is something that I wish that I had written. Thank you for the prize. I am reading them now. You are quite atalent, sir, aand your contst are both a challenge and a joy to enter. Thank you always for your time and remarks. Regards, Gerard.
Peranteau Avatar
July 25, 2009 at 7:16 AM
Brian,..your writes are addictive ! I must go now though. Great Cinqku my friend ! I pray that strenght is with you Brian. Your poetry leaves this reader ,..with the desire to hurry back home and swallow more ! TY james
Hickman Avatar
July 23, 2009 at 5:56 PM
as always your talent shows in the words that you extend and place so carefully and strategically,, a wonderful piece which shows both sides of life,,,Thank you for reading and commenting on my words,,blessings..Cecil
Plocica Avatar
July 22, 2009 at 12:15 PM
Hi Brian I had to look up the word sheaf in my dictionary. LOL This was a beautiful yet sad poem. I'm 11 I'm new here, and I LOVE YOUR POEM! X's and O's - Amber <3
Doggett Avatar
July 21, 2009 at 1:41 PM
Very interesting Cinqku. Very deeo, bill
Goff Avatar
July 21, 2009 at 5:44 AM
visit #2!! still stunning!!!
Devonshire Avatar
July 18, 2009 at 3:37 PM
Very interesting perspective on both the beauty and the pain in life. Nice work, Brian! Love, Carolyn
Goff Avatar
July 18, 2009 at 1:44 AM
Brian, love the turn, hinted at in line 4! cool! really fine! jim
Kendrick Avatar
July 18, 2009 at 1:31 AM
Brian,interesting Cinqku about good things turned to bad. Sara
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