Premiere Contest WinnerThe Music of the Wind

Helicopter seeds
from my maple tree
drift down,
swaying
back 
and 
forth
from the strong branches above.
They all fall around me,
I am encapsulated by the swirling seedlings.
Snug within their warmth,
the wind sends me on my feet.
Dancing with the music of the air 
that is rushing through my hair, 
I inhale the sweet, mellow essence of what life has granted me. 
Then I exhale the words,
"I am thankful for this life and the road, no matter how rocky, has served its purpose".
As I leave this place,
I hum the tune of the masterpiece conducted by the wind
that rustled in this tree.

~5/28/18~
Copyright © | Year Posted 2018

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Lawrence Avatar
June 28, 2018 at 1:08 PM
Lovely maple helicopter seeds. I feel your joy in the trees dancing praise of the wind song.
Coulstock Avatar
June 23, 2018 at 1:27 PM
Absolutely beautiful Pailey.The rhythm and imagery combine to make this a lovely piece.
Lindley Avatar
June 20, 2018 at 9:34 AM
So many wondrous verses in this shining jewel! Congrats on POTD honors given with this exceptional poem.. A fav...
Rebstock Avatar
June 17, 2018 at 5:47 PM
Beautiful
Krutsinger Avatar
June 13, 2018 at 12:47 AM
I have read two of your poems,and I am smiling because I picture you dancing all of the time! I hope this is true. Congrats on POTD!
Man Avatar
June 12, 2018 at 9:43 PM
This is my kind of music in the wind!!
Pigeon Tart Avatar
June 9, 2018 at 10:08 AM
Lovely to see this gem in sitting in the number one new poem spot! Congratulations encore Pailey! :)) xomo!
Wade Avatar
June 9, 2018 at 9:41 AM
Wonderful ink. Great imagery.
Ashley Avatar
June 7, 2018 at 10:17 PM
Such a beautiful poem, Pailey, with enchanting imagery and a smooth flow. I love windy days like this and your title is awesome! Congratulations on your excellent win! Oh and belated congrats on POTD as well. Warmest wishes.. ~Susan
Wanter Avatar
June 7, 2018 at 11:44 AM
I so enjoyed reading this and drinking in the meaning.
Gauthier Avatar
June 7, 2018 at 9:48 AM
Back with more congrats, Pailey.
Lawless Avatar
June 7, 2018 at 7:39 AM
Paily, I throughly enjoyed this. I have always enjoyed those windy days of the helicopter seeds. A smooth flowing, almost hypnotic rhythm. Thanks for participating in the contest....and I missed this one as POTD.....another congrats....
Gauthier Avatar
June 5, 2018 at 3:25 PM
Back with a well deserved gold medal win, Pailey.
Marcum Wong Avatar
June 1, 2018 at 4:01 AM
A lovely poem worthy of the honor of POTD Pailey! Congratulations! : )
Andresen Avatar
May 31, 2018 at 5:17 AM
- Congratulations on your well deserved p.o.t.d., Pailey :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)
Gordon Avatar
May 31, 2018 at 9:34 AM
Thank you Anne-Lise :)
Duet Avatar
May 30, 2018 at 10:40 PM
Lovely images from this poem swirl around in my mind. Love it. Congrats on POTD. Carole Duet :D
Gentry Avatar
May 30, 2018 at 9:44 PM
Back to congratulate you on the POTD! Awesome!
Gordon Avatar
May 31, 2018 at 9:32 AM
Thank you again Susan!
Allison Avatar
May 30, 2018 at 11:46 AM
Many congrats on your win and POTD honours:-) hugs Jan xx
Gordon Avatar
May 31, 2018 at 9:32 AM
Thanks Jan!
Michael Avatar
May 30, 2018 at 10:47 AM
Congratulations Pailey...I like it...All the best my friend
Gordon Avatar
May 30, 2018 at 10:53 AM
Arturo, thank you for reading my work :)
Roper Avatar
May 30, 2018 at 10:41 AM
Pailey, congratulations on POTD :)
Gordon Avatar
May 30, 2018 at 10:52 AM
Thank you Eve :)
Wood Avatar
May 30, 2018 at 10:08 AM
This poem is well deserving of POTD recognition. Vivid imagery and full of feeling. I enjoyed being transported to this fun experience. Congratulations!
Gordon Avatar
May 30, 2018 at 10:52 AM
I try my best to make it seem like the reader is in the moment, thank you for your nice comment :)
One Avatar
May 30, 2018 at 8:39 AM
Congrats on POTD..
Gordon Avatar
May 30, 2018 at 10:51 AM
Thank you Silent One :)
Turner Avatar
May 30, 2018 at 8:15 AM
Congratulations on being honored for POTD Pailey. A fun and most enjoyable read:)
Gordon Avatar
May 30, 2018 at 10:51 AM
Daniel, thank you for the read and the nice comment :) most appreciated!
Capitano Avatar
May 30, 2018 at 8:03 AM
Gorgeous poem Pailey, love the sights and sounds of appreciation. Congrats on POTD.
Gordon Avatar
May 30, 2018 at 10:48 AM
Thanks for the comment and the follow Phil :)
Gentile Avatar
May 30, 2018 at 7:38 AM
A really lovely poem, Pailey Congratulations on your POTD
Gordon Avatar
May 30, 2018 at 10:48 AM
Thank you for reading Mike!
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