Joseph May Poet Rhyme

Verdant Meadows

A bird sings with melodic flow
 As butterflies flutter to and fro
  While a summer breeze does gently blow
 At the edge of the woods where blackberries grow

 In verdant meadows blackberries florish
 And many creatures this fruit does nourish
 It is also used for medical reasons
 The Romans enjoyed blackberry tea in its season

 Along country highways in sunshine's glare
 You'll find blackberries growing there
 Some may stop to gather the fruit
 And many others will follow suit

 Seasons will change and leaves will turn gold
 Snowflakes will fall as winter unfolds
 But in meadows in summer's glow
 There'll be places where blackberries grow

 8-3- 2022
 Your Thoughts On Blackberries Poetry Contest
 Sponsor: Matt Caliri

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Jenna Logan September 9, 2022 at 10:37 AM This is a great take on blackberries, Joseph. Well done.

Terry Miller September 9, 2022 at 5:35 AM I love the rhythm of this poem, congratulations

Reason A. Poteet September 8, 2022 at 5:50 PM Very nice, Joseph. Relatable to anyone who has ever picked blackberries. Not to say those who haven’t don’t have serious thoughts along other lines. They do stain the skin yet with little damage. Love that third verse, have seen that done along the highway many times.

Constance La France September 8, 2022 at 2:11 PM Joseph, beautifully penned poem, I love it and congratulations on your win in the contest _peace and tranquility ~

Kim Rodrigues September 8, 2022 at 10:48 AM Love that you placed your berries amidst the seasons and like the seasons of our lives! Congratulations, Joe!

Christuraj Alex September 8, 2022 at 9:12 AM Yeah, they go on. Classically. Congratulations!

Matt Caliri September 8, 2022 at 8:53 AM Congrats on placing 7th out of 37 in my contest! I loved the call back in the last line from the first stanza...it brought a magical/mystery element to the piece. Joseph May September 8, 2022 at 7:04 PM Thank you for my placement Matt

Vijay Pandit August 4, 2022 at 6:54 AM Enjoyed the tenor of your poem, Joseph. Best to you.

Victor Buhagiar August 4, 2022 at 1:41 AM I love blackberries. But we have to import them. They don't grow in Malta..

Brandy Nicole August 3, 2022 at 6:50 PM Your thoughts bring me back to my grandmother's blackberry cobbler. Thank you Joseph, for the memory. This is beautiful in every way. Many wonderful blessings to you, my sweet friend. :) Hugs, Brandy