To Nourish Her

The  blazing sun gently weaves through her hair
as golden shades of love flow everywhere
fine ripples dance upon her seasons’ face
like a fresh angel , dressed in plumes’ embrace

Then, chasing rhinestone of winds, she alights
while serenade of fireflies thrills the night...
her world thrives in orchards of innocence
with bounty for harvested life, immense.

Oh, I take time to cherish her breaths now...
and kindle among bubbly children how
to nourish her lush greenery aglow
these hours might not last, I’ll never know.

Pray with her and treasure sighs each day.
she’s Mother Earth, soul in graceful display
*for my personal use, it was only mine,*
too soon, I’ll hear her funeral chimes.

One by one rivers turn gray, I do see
Shall I then weep or reap her tenderly?
my soil, the moon; given back with intent
 because her own pure heart is heaven sent.

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Inspiration from Richard Lamoureux's 'Pitcher Perfect'
"The Lord poured me, a pitcher of time.
*For my personal use, it was only mine.*

A generous portion, it seemed I got.
I wasted so much, I poured out a lot."

Pick One Line, Any Line Contest of Richard Lamoureux
written by nette onclaud
Copyright © | Year Posted 2013

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September 18, 2013 at 2:01 PM
nette love your winning poem ............ luv ~SKAT~
Guzzi Avatar
September 14, 2013 at 6:26 PM
Congrad's on your win! Light & Love
Jones Avatar
September 14, 2013 at 12:25 PM
Hi nette....sigh...smile.....so peaceful...congratulations again!
Adams Avatar
September 14, 2013 at 7:13 AM
you have penned a beautiful poem Nette, congrats on your win...hugs
A   Avatar
September 13, 2013 at 8:24 PM
Nette, --A beautiful poem and line... congratulations :-)...xox~ LINDA
Richards Avatar
September 13, 2013 at 12:29 PM
Richard must be so pleased to see what an amazing poem you wrote, inspired by his own words! :) Congratulations!
Tams The Golden Girl Avatar
September 13, 2013 at 10:32 AM
Congratulations on your winning place nette xx
Mehta Avatar
September 13, 2013 at 8:48 AM
Congrats on the win in the contest, Nette
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September 13, 2013 at 8:23 AM
I was both moved and honored by your words. Congratulations!
Hamilton Avatar
September 13, 2013 at 7:18 AM
hi Nette wonderful well deserved place congrats on win Shadow x smile
Jordan Avatar
August 6, 2013 at 9:55 PM
Extraordinary, Nette... Jack
Sivey Avatar
August 6, 2013 at 6:18 AM
Wow what an impressive write my friend! You have presented a masterful piece here my friend! Sorry I have taken so long to comment on this marvelous piece, health problems with my family has prevented me to doing so yesterday! But I will be here a part of today, I don't want to miss your awesome poetry Nette, I do look so forward to your new works! Also I love to read your kind comments, you are a wonderful friend! This is a another glorious write, Great Work!!
Newman Avatar
August 6, 2013 at 4:18 AM
Yes a beautiful write, it saddens me what we are doing to the earth and her fauna and flora, it hurts to see her constantly having to rebirth to regenerate so our habitat can survive, well done, blessings sueellen
Tacito Avatar
August 5, 2013 at 9:59 PM
The quote that comes to mind as I read this: "Don't bite the hands that feed". Does this fit the underlying messages here? I'm not sure...though my mind says so. Powerful piece!
Ellison Avatar
August 5, 2013 at 7:40 PM
I like Carly's phrase "heart-riddled"! Great write! Hugs, Jack xoxox
Kendrick Avatar
August 5, 2013 at 5:18 PM
Enjoyed reading your very creative and expressive work..I am glad that I chose this one to read today..It is delightful to find one with such great poetic quality...Thanks for stopping by..Sara
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August 5, 2013 at 1:55 PM
- Nette this is a very special beautiful and caring poem - very beautiful my dear friend! - oxox / / Anne-Lise :)
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