Sunflower

Sunflower Sequestered in the secret arbor of our solstice solitude Umber petals unfurl in unity’s perfect circle Nestled in the flowing softness of the mystic bower’s cover Flirty touches flutter to expose our growing ardor Lost in blossoms arching life of loyalty and trust, Open center seeds seek the ever nascent sun, We rise on wings to follow light in adoration’s ringlet tresses Everlasting sunglow captured - never dimmed by summer’s heat Radiating light absorbed from ochre's dancing gift Summer meadow bloom embraces our devotion’s golden caress. 5-26-21 Contest: Sunflower Acrostic Sponsor: Malalika Ray Choudbury

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Unseeking Seeker

Date: 6/1/2021 9:25:00 PM

Back again to congratulate you on your winning write, Sam!

Mystic Rose Rose

Date: 6/1/2021 5:01:00 PM

That nascent sun is only equal to your sunflower beauty, Very descriptive words, may your garden always contain such lovely flowers dear poet. Congrats on your win Sam

Evelyn Judy Buehler

Date: 6/1/2021 3:01:00 PM

I'm back to congratulate you on your top win, Sam. Your poem is lovely. Blessings, Evelyn

Sam Kauffman
Date: 6/1/2021 4:33:00 PM

Many thanks and much gratitude Evelyn for your lovely note of congratulations and your message which encourages me. Your notes always give my day a lift! Thank you! Bright blessings to you!

Marilene Evans

Date: 6/1/2021 1:02:00 PM

Congratulations, Sam. Bold, bright petals brightening your day, glorious! Have a great day.

Sam Kauffman
Date: 6/1/2021 4:36:00 PM

Thank you so much Marilene! The sunflower was such a wonderful, uplifting theme. They are everywhere these days introducing the warm days of summer. What a happy, unselfish flower. Hope you are well. Bright blessings to you!

Paula Goldsmith

Date: 6/1/2021 11:11:00 AM

Congratulations on your win. A lovely sunflower write. Love your line, "Summer meadow bloom embraces our devotion’s golden caress." Yes, meadows filled with pretty sunflowers. Have a blessed day............

Malabika Ray Choudhury

Date: 6/1/2021 8:43:00 AM

Congratulations on your win. It's a beautiful poem ~ Mala

Sam Kauffman
Date: 6/1/2021 10:17:00 AM

Thank you so much Mala. This was a delightful theme. Ever since the contest I have been seeing sunflowers everywhere! So grateful for your placement and your message. Hope you are doing well! Sending you love and a hug! :D

Christuraj Alex

Date: 5/31/2021 11:20:00 PM

Congratulations!

Sam Kauffman
Date: 6/1/2021 12:15:00 PM

Thank you so much Christuraj.

Jennifer Proxenos

Date: 5/29/2021 10:57:00 AM

How quite extraordinarily beautiful, flowers, I love all flowers and the more color I have in our garden, the better. Have lovely weekend Sam. Hugs and blessings, Jennifer.

Tom Cunningham

Date: 5/29/2021 2:37:00 AM

Beautiful acrostic Sam, they're a lovely flower to have in the garden. Enjoy your weekend, over fork over. Tom

Ken Rone

Date: 5/28/2021 8:07:00 AM

Very nice piece Sam. "Umber petals unfurl in unity’s perfect circle. " Best fortunes in the contest! - Ken

Sam Kauffman
Date: 6/11/2021 12:50:00 PM

Thank you Ken! Being from the northwest a field of sunflowers was a unique and very special treat! All the best from one "dawg" to another!

Unseeking Seeker

Date: 5/27/2021 7:03:00 PM

An amazing write for the contest, Sam! Good luck!

Sam Kauffman
Date: 6/11/2021 12:47:00 PM

Thank you so much Seeker! I am always cheered by your feedback! Blessings of bright sunflowers to you!

Evelyn Judy Buehler

Date: 5/27/2021 12:17:00 PM

The winsome and wonderful imagery of this verse, brings the sunflower to life, with beauty and clarity. Superb writing, Sam. Best of wishes for the contest, Evelyn

Sotto Poet

Date: 5/26/2021 2:48:00 PM

I enjoy reading this great Acrostic Sam. Your symbolism and wording are so perfect. I wish you good luck in the contest

Sam Kauffman
Date: 6/1/2021 10:53:00 AM

Thank you so much Lasaad! I am so happy your enjoyed this poem. Your words lift me up like a sunflower! I love this theme. The acrostic form seemed to be able to capture the unique specialness of this unique flower. Blessings to you!

Darlene De Beaulieu

Date: 5/26/2021 12:12:00 PM

Hello Sam Kauffman, sunflowers are beautiful. I like them to. some birds eat the seeds and so do we. they are tasty. enjoy your day my friend.

Sam Kauffman
Date: 6/1/2021 10:11:00 AM

Agreed! Just saw someone carrying a bouquet of sunflowers. My eye went straight to the bright, cheerful color! Was a wonderful, uplifting feeling! Take care my friend!

Darlene De Beaulieu
Date: 5/29/2021 11:10:00 AM

Hello Sam you forgot that the sunflower also brightens a dull day making it brighter. Enjoy your day my friend.

Sam Kauffman
Date: 5/28/2021 4:17:00 PM

Sunflowers are really special. They not only bloom, produce seeds but follow sunlight! Thanks for your visit Darlene. Enjoyed your message.