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Walking In The Forest Of Dean

Went for a walk in the Forest of Dean and was pleased to see
A misty blue haze of bluebells to the right and left of me 
A squirrel too darted with great speed up an old oak tree
Kept to the well-worn paths because in places it was muddy.

In olden times it once was a royal medieval hunting ground 
With traces of old iron works and coal mining can be found
It is in West Gloucestershire between the Severn and the Wye
And isn't that remote there's plenty of small towns close by.

You can hear the song of the wind blowing through the trees
That’s the beauty of mother nature, she just loves to please
There are well over twenty million trees in the forest of Dean
Predominantly majestic oaks but many others can be seen.

A babbling brook looked like quicksilver in the morning sun
Occasionally you'd see some joggers out for their daily run 
Along with a few dog walkers and some just out for a stroll
Not forgetting keen mountain bikers tackling a steep knoll.

Then a peace descends on you and you're left totally alone
Have my phone set on silent, so no intrusion of a ringtone
Love being away from the hustle and bustle of my town life
And there’s only me and one other my soul mate my wife.




Written On 23-04-2026

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Joe Maverick May 12, 2026 at 9:15 PM Staying close to both..Its where your strength lies.' Well done Tom.) Tom Cunningham May 12, 2026 at 9:58 PM Thank you Joe, I'm happy you enjoyed it. It's a beautiful place, Puzzlewood in the FOD been used in many film locations, Starbucks wars and Harry Potter to name two. Tom

Duke Beaufort April 30, 2026 at 6:08 AM Tom, your connection to the surroundings stands out. You thoughts encompass many different levels of space and time. I think you have a gift that lets you observe all this. It makes me wonder why some people have this ability and some do not. It's a real blessing to have what you have and give to all of us. Sending you smiles!!!

Deb M April 26, 2026 at 6:20 AM I just love how you write about your travels so beautifully Tom….with Jane by your side…lovely! The Forest of Dean sounds lovely…..might out that on our list for when we return! Debx Tom Cunningham April 26, 2026 at 6:26 AM Thank you Deb, you won't be disappointed, close by is Puzzlewood, very eerie, snarled trees covered in moss, Star wars and Harry Potter filmed scenes there. The forest is huge with deer wild boars not forgetting squirrels. Hope your day is going well. Tom

Valsa George April 24, 2026 at 7:17 AM This walk along the forest with your partner enjoying the serenity of the surroundings is a pleasurable experience. Such an outing away from the din and bustle of the city is healthy and delightful . Your rhyme never looks forced but so natural. Greatly enjoyed your descriptions. Stay blessed! Tom Cunningham April 24, 2026 at 8:18 AM Thank you Valsa, not long home but it certainly charged my batteries. Nothing beats being amongst nature. Have a lovely weekend. Tom

Judy Ball April 24, 2026 at 5:56 AM I do so love to walk in the woods and bush around here. There are lots of black squirrels in my neighborhood and we all feed them so they are fat and sassy. Nice job here with great description and imagery, God Bless, JB Tom Cunningham April 24, 2026 at 8:16 AM Thank you Judy, it certainly uplifts your spirits, saw plenty of grey squirrels as they outnumber the red ones we used to have in the uk. Glad you got your computer sorted, not enough is done by the big tech companies to tackle hackers and lowlifes that prey on us. Enjoy your weekend. Tom

Ink Empress April 24, 2026 at 4:49 AM I must say, i really do admire your rhymes and how effortlessly they flow in such creative cadence! And how you paint imagery and how your lines show through your words, is encouraging me to go for a walk there! I love how the storyteller in you is also telling us about the history of it all etc! This is beautiful and soul warming. For some reason also a heart calming poem! Pleasure reading you and so glad this forest of dean inspired you! Sending you light always dear Tom. Tom Cunningham April 24, 2026 at 8:12 AM Thank you very much IE, not long home but we had a beautiful time away. The forest is so peaceful and of course it inspired me to write this poem. Hope you have a lovely weekend. Tom

Tania Kitchin April 23, 2026 at 3:20 PM Tom, it sounds like a wonderful place to visit, peaceful and serene. So glad you're enjoying your travels and with your soul mate. That is the best retirement plan! Tom Cunningham April 23, 2026 at 11:05 PM Thank you Tania, the site is right on the edge of the forest, have had a lovely few days and the weather was perfect. Tom

Paula Goldsmith April 23, 2026 at 12:21 PM I enjoyed reading your wonderful/lovely ~ write/story. What A Great Picture With A Great Ending. "Good Luck." If for contest. Have a blessed/wonderful day writing away.............. Tom Cunningham April 23, 2026 at 12:25 PM Thank you Paula, it's where I am at the moment,I'm on my travels again, it isn't for any contest. Hope your week is going well. Tom