Premiere Contest WinnerUnderneath a Willow Tree

I sat down underneath a willow tree far from the crowds in a secluded place. Soon all my worldly cares began to flee. God’s beauty all around me I could see. While supple limbs moved in the breeze with grace, I sat down underneath a willow tree. Wildflowers swayed beneath a buzzing bee and dancing shadows seemed to interlace. Soon all my worldly cares began to flee. I watched intently when I noticed three small chickadees to some big crows gave chase! I sat down underneath a willow tree. Some rabbits scurried through the field. With glee, I pictured myself with them in a race! Soon all my worldly cares began to flee. Serenity and joy had come to me while occupying my newfound sweet space. I sat down underneath a willow tree. Soon all my worldly cares began to flee. March 2, 2022 For An Original Villanelle Contest Poetry Contest Sponsor: L Milton Hankins
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Baker Avatar
March 30, 2022 at 4:55 PM
I loved the imagery and the sprinkles of alliteration in your poem, Andrea. I enjoyed catching up on all the March poems you've posted today. A very pleasant reading experience. Thank you, Bill
Poet Avatar
March 19, 2022 at 10:23 AM
Congratulations! I have forgotten all these forms :(
Laurie Avatar
March 12, 2022 at 8:49 PM
Hello Andrea ... wonderfully crafted indeed. It is easy to feel the calmness in the lines - thank you Andrea - Lindsay
Miller Avatar
March 8, 2022 at 3:08 AM
Congratulations on a well-deserved win.
Krutsinger Avatar
March 7, 2022 at 12:09 AM
This is just beautifully done! I understand why you reached the podium finish!
Watt Avatar
March 5, 2022 at 10:01 PM
Congrats for your first place win, dear friend. This one reminded me of why I love your poetry so much.
Rone Avatar
March 5, 2022 at 12:04 PM
It is always pleasing to see your name atop the list Andrea. It always signals a stylistic gem. Such imagery! Best - Ken
Gasun Avatar
March 4, 2022 at 5:01 PM
Congratulations on your well-deserved trophy win my dear Andrea and for this superb villanelle you've penned. I enjoyed reading it. Thanks for sharing! Hugs
Goldsmith Avatar
March 4, 2022 at 12:53 PM
Congratulations on your win. A beautiful write. I would Love to be sitting under your tree. Sounds like wonderful day. Have a blessed day/weekend writing away.......................
Jayasankar Avatar
March 4, 2022 at 10:01 AM
This is such a beautiful write of yours Ria.. in Villanelle form.. that I missed reading... I just wish to join you, to sit there underneath that willow tree... I just saw you got top win for this... Congratulations sweet friend... Hugs... ~ Ani
Kauffman Avatar
March 4, 2022 at 9:35 AM
What a beautiful, pastoral picture Andrea - a place of harmony and grace. Congratulations on your podium win.
Lawless Avatar
March 4, 2022 at 4:57 AM
Tell me where the tree is and I'll bring the ice cream cones.....beautifully done Andrea
Agustin Avatar
March 4, 2022 at 1:02 AM
Wow! Congrats! Thanks so much for sharing this... along with your poetic craft, talent and style. God bless you.
Seeker Avatar
March 4, 2022 at 12:56 AM
Amazing picture you’ve painted Andrea! Congrats on your top win!
Daniel Avatar
March 3, 2022 at 11:04 PM
Excellent, Andrea, congratulations:)
Liguori Avatar
March 3, 2022 at 10:37 PM
Superb! A delightful read. :)
Johnson Avatar
March 3, 2022 at 8:30 PM
Beautiful villanelle! Congratulations on your win.
May Avatar
March 3, 2022 at 7:35 PM
Wonderful write Andrea, Congrats on your win
Roper Avatar
March 3, 2022 at 7:26 PM
lovely, Andrea, congratulations on your top win.
George Avatar
March 3, 2022 at 5:26 PM
Beautifully written villanelle.... ! I visualize you sitting under the willow tree. Andrea , Congratulations on your top most win ! Feast in the glory, dear !
Leiser Avatar
March 3, 2022 at 5:21 PM
Congratulations to you, Andrea, on your top win with a beautifully written villanelle poem! I find this form to be very challenging and you mastered it with seeming ease. Very uplifting, as well. :)
Y. Avatar
March 3, 2022 at 5:17 PM
Hi Andrea, I'm just coming back to say congrats on top win. It was well-deserved. Have a nice day-Alexis
Calasibetta Avatar
March 3, 2022 at 5:11 PM
Andrea congratulations on your 1st place win in the contest. Lovely, as usual. :)Paulette
Hankins Avatar
March 3, 2022 at 4:11 PM
As perfect a villanelle as I could hope for, Andrea. CONGRATULATIONS on your trophy winning entry in my contest. The entries were all outstanding, so you should be very proud this one rose to cream of the crop!
Dietrich Avatar
March 3, 2022 at 4:20 PM
I really appreciate what you said to me. I have not written a villanelle in a long time, so I worked really hard on this the other day!!! Thanks.
Rodrigues Avatar
March 3, 2022 at 4:10 PM
Congratulations on first place,Andrea! Very nice!
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