Unfolding

deep within the dimly lit bush totara trees, tall and straight envelop the tangled undergrowth roots and leaf mold cool damp earth ahead caught in a patch of sunlight the bright green fern frond unfolding 8 November 2022 'Unburden a U word' poetry contest Sponsor Constance La France

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Sara Kendrick

Date: 11/14/2022 7:43:00 AM

Ahh!! I like this winner. I have seen that some people eat these unfolding. Congratulations on being on the winners' list. Way to go. Sara

Julie Draper
Date: 11/14/2022 10:09:00 AM

Thanks Sara :) the shape of the fronds is very beautiful. Too pretty for me to eat!

Constance La France

Date: 11/14/2022 6:48:00 AM

Julie, a very nice poem. Congratulations on your win in my Writing Challenge - Unburden- A ''U'' Word, well done! I hope you will enter my new contest, Writing Challenge "V" Forms with quote inspirations and themes.

Julie Draper
Date: 11/14/2022 10:10:00 AM

Thank you very much Constance :)