Underneath a Canopy of Trees

Underneath a canopy of trees. 
Lays a world for all to see. 
Where rainbows are precious and the stars a gift. 
The rivers and lakes are our friends that drift.

We look up through the branches and rough. 
Just to taste a drop of peace through a life that's tough. 
A moonlit field that spreads over our sight
 leaves visions of beauty that in the dark are still bright.. . 

will we ever see past the night to the morning light? 
Accepting our faults as we hang on. 
Challenging our knowledge and reaching for our dreams. 
Underneath a canopy of trees..

The leaves fall and scratch across my face,
 taken memories always but never leaving a trace.. 
My eyes never closed always allowing me to see, 
so safe and warm underneath the canopy of trees....


By Cory long and Michael Falotico
Copyright © | Year Posted 2011

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August 5, 2011 at 1:06 AM
wow! Cory, i love this... I know he is one of my favorites here. I knew once i read it i would be jealous...lol... it all goes well.. take care,..p.d.
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August 7, 2011 at 5:08 PM
pd jealous???? mmmm I like that...
Susan Avatar
July 31, 2011 at 4:10 PM
a nice collaboration :) I really love the 1st stanza
Sweetheart Avatar
July 30, 2011 at 6:36 PM
well now as if not having the browser back key non functioning..my s.m. is also not working..oh am so tired of this luv..
Sweetheart Avatar
July 30, 2011 at 6:35 PM
a wonderful combination u two make with this precious piece cory... bravo my friend.. very vivid lines of vibrant images from both of u.. super enjoyment..luv..
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July 30, 2011 at 5:51 PM
I love how it came out Cory!!! That was so much fun... A beautiful theme you brought to this and a true honor to work with you... And yes many more...ALways Michael
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July 30, 2011 at 4:58 PM
Interesting thought process, Cory! Thanks for sharing and thank you for your comments on my poem. Caroline.
Horne Avatar
July 30, 2011 at 3:14 PM
Beautiful co write - you work so well together : )
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July 30, 2011 at 2:58 PM
Enjoyed reading your work this afternoon..Like the theme of this one..Sara
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July 30, 2011 at 12:41 PM
a dynamic duo in poetic splendor, cory... cheers to michael as well! :) huggs, nette
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July 30, 2011 at 12:34 PM
Michael this was so much fun to write with you and yes, I look forward to many more your friend cory
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