Mel Merrill Poet Pastoral

The Butterfly

The butterfly, it flutters by,
And yes flutter is the word--
For butterflies don't soar or buzz
Like other bugs, or birds. 

They dance upon the summer breeze
As they flit about the air--
For a garden sweet, is incomplete
Lest butterflies are there.

But who knows whence they travel,
And who knows why they stay--
Perhaps they come to court the rose,
Or about the flowers play.

The monarch and the Morpheus,
And the other species too--
They cause the spring to sweetly sing
And enhance the lovely view.

So perhaps I'll find a garden,
And should fate allow it so--
Then I might see, the tissue she...
Flutter lightly to and fro.

The Butterfly Flutters By Contest
Sponsor: Kelly Deschler
05/22/14

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Sharon Gulley October 25, 2016 at 12:30 PM So very beautiful this write. I love butterflies so much, to me they are the tapestry to any garden and the sky. A (7) for me and off to my fav's. A beautiful tribute to the contest. Sharon

Poet Destroyer A June 9, 2014 at 7:59 AM it is well with me, and thank you for the reply..Linda Mel Merrill June 24, 2014 at 2:03 AM Damn, it's midnight already--in CA. In Texas, who knows what time it is...it's hot, that's what lol Will be by later...xxx...Mel :)

Poet Destroyer A June 8, 2014 at 8:34 PM Hello Mel, Congratulations, in Kelly's Butterfly Fluttering By.. Sweet move... LINDA Mel Merrill June 9, 2014 at 12:12 AM Thank you my dear. Hope all is well with you, and I'll try and drop by tomorrow and get caught up. Hugs and smiles...mel :)

Faye Gibson June 4, 2014 at 2:58 PM Beautiful writing, Mel. You never fail to please. Mel Merrill June 7, 2014 at 10:52 PM Well, I do. you're just too kind to mention it :) Thank you for your usual kind words and support. Blessings to you and yours...Mel :)

Pandita Sietesantos June 4, 2014 at 7:24 AM This is so beautiful, Mel. Congratulations on a well-deserved win, my friend! Mel Merrill June 7, 2014 at 10:54 PM Thank you Pan, I appreciate the congrats and kind words. Have a great Sunday, and stay in touch...Mel :)

Robert Lindley June 4, 2014 at 7:10 AM Truly EEExceptional write my friend!!!!!! Congrats on the win!!! Mel Merrill June 7, 2014 at 10:55 PM Robert! How are things? Good to hear from you, and I thank you for the thoughtful words and support. All the best...Mel :)

Joseph May June 4, 2014 at 6:51 AM Mel I do not buy wins, If you have a problem with the contest take it up with the sponsor...Congrats on a fine win Mel Merrill June 4, 2014 at 12:10 PM Souped you on that. Joking, of course...:)

Elaine George June 4, 2014 at 5:48 AM Awesome poem of the Butterfly. Manay congt's on your win, Mel an thank for your comments on mine. Lainie Mel Merrill June 7, 2014 at 10:57 PM Lainie, Hi! Thank you for the visit and for reading this poem. Who doesn't like butterflies? Stay in touch...Mel :)

Dr. Upma A. Sharma June 4, 2014 at 4:59 AM Awesome Mel, very creative ! congrats on fine win ! Mel Merrill June 7, 2014 at 10:58 PM Thank you Dr., and I appreciate your kindness and support. Stay in touch, my friend...mel :)

Dr.Ram Mehta June 4, 2014 at 1:16 AM Congrats on a fine win, Mel Mel Merrill June 4, 2014 at 2:11 AM Thank you Dr. Ram. I'll be by to read your writes soon. Meanwhile, thank you for the visit and comment...mel :)

Kelly Deschler June 3, 2014 at 9:07 PM Your poem was beautiful, playful, and fun, with just a touch of whimsy!.... Great rhyme and a smooth word flow, as well. Congratulations on your win, Mel! Mel Merrill June 4, 2014 at 12:00 AM Thank you Kelly, for the kind and encouraging comment--and for sponsoring the contest. I'm proud to be among the winners, and I thank you again, my friend. Hugs and blessings...mel :)

Barbara Gorelick June 3, 2014 at 8:21 PM YOur butterfly touched my heart cuz.. congrats. BG Mel Merrill June 4, 2014 at 12:18 AM I just checked. 4th place...how awesome! I should have gotten to know Kelly a little better. Looks like you get to share the glory...Mel Mel Merrill June 4, 2014 at 12:09 AM Thanks Barb. Can't let the family down. I think it only fair that we share in each others glory. This one's for you :)

Richard Lamoureux May 26, 2014 at 8:04 AM Butterfly perfection! Mel Merrill June 4, 2014 at 12:02 AM That's worth a smile. Thank you Richard for selflessly visiting and for the congrats--I needed this one. All the best...Mel :)

Casarah Nance May 26, 2014 at 6:46 AM Oh what a beautiful poem about butterflies! :) wonderful :) Good luck in the contest. Mel Merrill June 4, 2014 at 12:20 AM How about that, we tied. I wanted the trophy thing...NUTS!

Barbara Gorelick May 24, 2014 at 7:04 AM Your darned good at rhyme..this is so sweet. BG Mel Merrill June 4, 2014 at 12:05 AM Late responding to this one, but respond I will. I've been thinking in rhyme ever since my mom indoctrinated me with Dr. Suess :) Thank you Barbara...hugs and smiles...mel :)