John Lawless Poet Couplet

The Woods Were Quiet

The woods were quiet yesterday
I ambled through in lengthened stay

I heard no chatter, hoot or tweet
The only sound my leaden feet

Tree leaves were still, no shadows danced
No bullfrogs echoed morning chants

For in this woodland reverie
The animals were watching me

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Gershon Wolf August 17, 2023 at 7:45 PM Ha, ha! Standing Emily Dickinson on her head, are you?! lol.

Jerry Brotherton August 17, 2023 at 6:18 PM A sweet poem, nature at its best.

Paula Goldsmith August 17, 2023 at 9:17 AM A creative write. I enjoyed it. If they are watching you, you could be dinner. Have a great day.............

Heidi Sands August 17, 2023 at 7:06 AM Great poem John! I felt like I was there :)

Lin Lane August 17, 2023 at 6:19 AM A very eerie vibe, John, but very well described so as to put your readers in the midst of those woods.