The Willow No Longer Weeping

repose bestowed like a willow no 
longer weeping for its barren branches-
seeking only solitude when anguish
envelopes my soul in troubled waters. 

for I am but a woman who blankets
herself in soft palliated ease-
no one can sever the ties I hold when
the reverie’s tow carries me under. 
the breath of a lingering doe
whispers down my nape, 
I am forever lost in its calming
efflorescence.

dulcet tones of an aria resounds
through my veins as if I am reminded
of my youthful dreams-
I used to be carried by weakness, now
medallion strength follows me with
pride. 

I love who I love, I need who I need-
                      I find comfort in the willow no longer weeping. 



July 1, 2018
Copyright © | Year Posted 2018

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Ajmal Avatar
July 5, 2018 at 9:10 AM
Ahh, such a lovely poem this, absolutely wonderful and I really enjoyed reading it, many congratulations on your well deserved win in the contest, good luck and have a really nice day
Gentry Avatar
July 4, 2018 at 11:15 PM
Congratulations on your win. Well done!
Gauthier Avatar
July 4, 2018 at 9:50 PM
Lovely, Laura. Congrats on your top.
Carber Avatar
July 4, 2018 at 12:45 PM
Congrats Laura-- it's so lovely and 'natural' I think it would make a good song!
Rose  Avatar
July 3, 2018 at 11:50 AM
I love willow trees No greater moment then that spent beneath it's great arms of love, Thanks for sharing Laura
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