Laura Mckenzie Poet Rhyme

Spanish Moss

Though I’ve never been amidst its glory 
I’ve seen the photos and read the stories
A canopy of emerald yarns 
With long dangling hair with arms
A paradise for mocking birds alike 
A dreamy place for a nature hike 
Spun from beards in cypress and oak 
Amongst the warmth and sunbeams poetic words spoke
It got its name from a lush hanging plant 
With many useful sources and a home for the ants  
It’s been around in past history 
Blow from winds of haunting mystery 
If I were there I find a shady place 
And swing under its shelter and endure its embrace
As the sun set it’s self to gently sleep 
The sounds of the Spanish moss billow and weep
 



(Written by Laura L. McKenzie 2009)

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Zoe Campbell March 26, 2009 at 5:32 AM Thank you! Gorgeous poem, great imagery. Take care, Zoe

Robin Maughan March 20, 2009 at 8:26 PM Very nice imagery..we are two minds thinking alike!! Bravo! Hugs, Robin

John Rhinem March 17, 2009 at 10:52 AM Smile~Yes, very very lovely! Another wonderfully and flowing write dear Laura! Filled with peaceful images leading to dreamistic thoughts of warmth surrounding! You are quite a poetess my dear friend! Smile~And, it seems to be but an honor to view your works of art dear Laura! Wonderful write! My love always to you and your loves dear, john! Have a very beautiful day!:)

Sara Lokken March 14, 2009 at 1:18 PM I love Spanish moss. I love moss period. This is truly a beautiful tribute to a very simplistic and humble plant.:) Love, Sara

Sharon Winter March 14, 2009 at 6:49 AM It is incredibly amazing and not truly moss after all but a flowering plant growing from the tree! Grows only in warm climates though. Gorgeous! Love, Shar

Sharon Winter March 14, 2009 at 6:46 AM Sounds like a type of paradise I wouldn't mind being around one bit. So beautifully written, your imagery truly captivates. I am going to look this up online. Love, Shar

Carrie Richards March 13, 2009 at 4:35 PM This is beautiful, Laura...a different part of the country...something we don't have here, but once in my life traveling, we were mezmerized by the beauty of the trees covered in drapings of Spanish moss. Enjoyable poem~ Carrie