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Sweet Willow Tree

Down by the lake, planted magically nearby Stands a sweet willow tree forty feet high. The crystallized tree glitters so bright; Bursting with colours of candy delights. Children from all over visit each day To gather and gaze the delicious array. Circling the tree, they dance around; Hand in hand, like a merry-go-round. Their energy stirs such a powerful swirl, Sending the branches into a twirl. Dangling bonbons begin to fall; Baskets are filled leaving nothing at all. Twilight arrives with its colourful glow And sugar filled blossoms begin to grow. By morning the willow is flourished and sweet, Ready for the day's visitors to greet! by Ana Espinola Collins

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Lucilla Carrillo

Date: 9/12/2014 5:49:00 PM

A beautiful poem about a tree. I could just picture it. Thanks for sharing... Lucilla

Ana Espinola Collins
Date: 9/13/2014 7:40:00 AM

Thanks for stopping by Lucilla...I hope you feel better soon..Take care :) Ana

Daver Austin

Date: 8/25/2014 3:31:00 PM

Maypole - the rite of spring. Love this one. daver

Ana Espinola Collins
Date: 8/25/2014 5:42:00 PM

Thanks Daver... So glad you stopped by :) Ana

Monterey Sirak

Date: 8/13/2014 7:19:00 AM

This is beautiful, full of vibrant images. The weeping willow is my favorite tree and I have memories of playing under one with my sister.

Ana Espinola Collins
Date: 8/13/2014 7:55:00 PM

It's my favourite tree too especially when there's a breeze the branches sway so gracefully...so magical! Thx for visiting Monterey and your nice comment :) Ana

Painted Hunter

Date: 7/29/2014 2:33:00 PM

Hi Ana. Love this little light-hearted gem...magical and dreamy. I gotta get me one of those trees...though, I think I'd rather have one that grows rare steak and strong cheese...okay...that's kinda nasty now that I think about a tree with stinky cheese on it....I'll bet there wouldn't be nearly as many kids around it though..lol

Ana Espinola Collins
Date: 7/31/2014 5:50:00 AM

Lol....you're too funny! Glad you liked it Caleb and thanks for stopping by:) Ana

Charles Reese

Date: 7/15/2014 7:31:00 PM

A very beautiful write with nice rhyme and flow. The only bad thing about a tree like that would be the cavities of those that over indulge.

Ana Espinola Collins
Date: 7/16/2014 8:44:00 PM

Lol...Thanks for your lovely comment and for visiting :) Ana

Paul Callus

Date: 7/15/2014 10:52:00 AM

I love your magical tree, Ana! Beautiful and flowing rhyming couplets. Very enjoyable. // paul

Ana Espinola Collins
Date: 7/15/2014 3:24:00 PM

Awwww...You're sweet....Thanks Paul :) Ana

Vera Duggan

Date: 7/15/2014 1:44:00 AM

Such a lovely flowing poem Ana, these are the type of poems I can read and understand, thank you so much for the wonderful read and take care................Vera................

Ana Espinola Collins
Date: 7/15/2014 3:23:00 PM

I'm glad you enjoyed it Vera...Thanks for your warm comment and for visiting :)Ana

Tim Smith

Date: 7/14/2014 3:11:00 PM

This is wonderful Ana...It flows so well...sounds like a beautiful place....hugs Tim

Ana Espinola Collins
Date: 7/14/2014 6:09:00 PM

Thanks Tim! Sure would be nice if it really existed... I know my kids would be all over it.... Lol :) Ana