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The Heritage Seed

I am the cornerstone
In the legend of timeless Oaks
That so profoundly stand alone
Magnificent in strength and age
A noble guardian of longevity and resilience

My permanence and stamina
Is willed to rise above all other trees
Yet hold the ground deeply rooted
And take my solemn vow of continuance
As the sovereign commemorative
To the ultimate power of eternal Mother Earth

I enfold the spirit of the Origins
Spread over fields of enduring horizons
Of timeless Suns and Moons
And shifts of transformation
I hold the secret of this beacon of wisdom
This core of breed and birth
For this, the Tree of Life

I am the last - the only future
I am the heritage seed - the acorn
Given to shed with the passing of time
As the chronicle offspring of ancestors
To be reborn in the singular act of purpose
To reach far in my branching to the sky
As the gateway of earth and heaven


April 27, 2020
The Last Acorn Poetry Contest
Sponsored by John Lawless

Copyright © | Year Posted 2020




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Date: 5/26/2020 10:35:00 AM
This is a majestic write Lonna, a testament to your talent, what a great personification! congrats on a deserving win!
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Lonna Blodgett
Date: 5/26/2020 10:36:00 PM
John, your words and visit are so very much appreciated, along with all you do as a great poet for all of us here at PS
Date: 5/7/2020 7:56:00 PM
Lonna, such strength, endurance, and legacy you have captured with your pen. This reads like a royal evaluating his/her kingdom. Wonderful writing, a pleasure to read, and congrats on your #2 placement! ~ John
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Lonna Blodgett
Date: 5/7/2020 10:06:00 PM
As always John, your comments are so wonderfully stated. It means so very much!
Date: 5/7/2020 6:59:00 PM
Lonna, this has the inspiring feel of a knight's quest - bold, hopeful, beautiful imagery - a crusade! Congratulations on your silver medal. Just lovely.
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Lonna Blodgett
Date: 5/7/2020 10:05:00 PM
Thank you Sam! So appreciate your comments. You must know that your poem was a beautiful and longing that melted my heart. You are astounding.
Date: 5/7/2020 6:59:00 PM
A splendid personification, Lonna:-) Congrats on your win!
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Lonna Blodgett
Date: 5/7/2020 9:59:00 PM
Thanks for the words and visit Edward! Always appreciated. Loved your poem as well, as much as I love the titles you come up with in your contests.
Date: 4/30/2020 12:28:00 AM
Wow. Fascinating lines.. This is awesome, so awesome.
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Lonna Blodgett
Date: 5/7/2020 9:57:00 PM
Funom, I wish you well and happy! I thank you ever so much for your kind appreciation.
Date: 4/29/2020 6:32:00 AM
Beautifully done. Good luck in the contest my friend.
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Lonna Blodgett
Date: 4/29/2020 1:45:00 PM
Thanks again sweet Caren. Appreciate your feedback so very much.
Date: 4/28/2020 3:00:00 AM
Lovely style of writing. Keep up the good work Ma’am!
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Lonna Blodgett
Date: 4/29/2020 1:45:00 PM
I thank you Nia. Appreciate your comments!

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