Shades of Green

Emerald green that shines on gleaming green jewel bug Algae green of the serene pond And there swim the shoveler ducks Harlequin green from areca leaves pinnate Softly grins when sunrays gently penetrate And the dark green on betel leaves Oh ho, the deep red on tongue it leaves Light green of the Mandevilla That climbs high to shine bright Mixed hues of the leaves of taro root And turquoise green on the crystal clear Lake O! The iridescent green hues of peafowls whose vibrant colors ooze off his pretty long feathers, Do I need to apprise further? Green paddy field glares And sways like a girl's hair Teal green from singing river Accumulates minerals and delivers Did I mention the grass green? Hey! Isn't our earth's screen? Raising that lustrous curtain, unfolds vivid scene by scene Our earth breaths through these shades of green Without these green, there is no pleasant scenes
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M  Avatar
January 11, 2022 at 9:43 AM
Hi Supraja….a lovely celebration of nature’s wonderful green! Enjoyed! Debx
Kulkarni Avatar
January 3, 2022 at 11:31 AM
Amazing shades of green described so beautifully Supraja!! Your description of betel leaves brought back happy memories!! Did you forget to include Henna leaves?
Ashley Avatar
December 22, 2021 at 6:30 PM
Dear Supraja, the beauty of your imagery and the use of shades of green, to spectacular effect; "O! The iridescent green hues of peafowls whose vibrant colors ooze off his pretty long feathers" or "Green paddy field glares And sways like a girl's hair", takes my breath away. "Our earth breaths through these shades of green Without these green, there is no pleasant scenes " - such magnificence! Your poem is as beautiful as it is meaningful. Warmest wishes for a happy Holiday season, my friend.. ~Susan
George Avatar
December 10, 2021 at 4:44 AM
With out green and the shades of green, our earth will be an arid desert ! Green is the most soothing shade and lovely is your celebration of green
Horsman Avatar
December 4, 2021 at 10:57 PM
LOve this, being i am a lover of the colour, Love those green eyes also.
Ball Avatar
December 4, 2021 at 3:13 PM
I do love looking out of green fields. Lovely picture you paint here. God Bless, JB
Alex Avatar
December 4, 2021 at 7:57 AM
You have so much to talk about 'Green'. That too, with such a depth of thought. Great writing.
Pandit Avatar
December 4, 2021 at 7:10 AM
Simply beautiful poem, Supraja. Enjoyed the images you invoked in this write in splendid colors. Nature is your favorite theme and it shows. One of your top poems. A FAVE for me as well.
Sands Avatar
December 4, 2021 at 7:08 AM
Green has always been one of my favorite colors and this poem is a fave for me . Well done :)
Trifiatis Avatar
December 4, 2021 at 2:52 AM
What a lovely poem, dearest Supraja. The green is the symbol of growth and peace. God chose it to weave the mantle of our planet. Blessings!
Buhagiar Avatar
December 4, 2021 at 1:58 AM
You must have green fingers. A beautiful poem especially since green is my favorite color.
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