Victor Buhagiar Poet Free verse

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Wandering In the Countryside

Age can never erase memories of yore,
For there's an old but lovely song still rambling
In my head as I love to go a wandering
Along the vales or up the mountain sides,
Fetching flora, photographing fauna and sampling
Wildflowers, collecting leaves fancy or plain.
Study trees, evergreen or autumnal bare.

How I loved to stop near some clear rill.
There would be daffodils I’m sure up on some hill.
Checked which song birds choose to build their cosy nests,
Birds picking up small or curvy twigs with care.
Even today I ramble along the vast countryside,
Sometimes I rest, imbibing the air so fresh,
Watch some little children playing joyfully
With young nuns in front the impoverished crèche.
Bells ring from a chapel calling for prayer,
I join trusting my sins the good Lord would spare.

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Sunita U.D Palawon April 10, 2021 at 9:18 PM The imagery is fantastic dear friend. Give immense pleasure in getting into the picture and living the peaceful moment... especially in lockdown ...:D Enjoyed reading. Sunita UPD.

Eve Roper April 10, 2021 at 8:40 PM Great write , Victor, you made me see what you were seeing. Hugs Eve

Timothy Hicks April 10, 2021 at 4:34 PM Easy flowing rhymes in this pastoral piece. I feel like I go to the woods for the same reason ... whether the leaves are fancy or plain, trees dead or full of life ... just wander for the joy of it. The church scene is a nice touch at the end. Idyllic.

Andrea Dietrich April 10, 2021 at 1:23 PM the Sound of Music really comes to my mind reading this one and also an old song that starts out: I love to go a wandering (can't remember its title now). Anyway, very nicely done. Timothy Hicks April 10, 2021 at 4:34 PM "Sound of Music" .... I can definitely see that!

Harry Horsman April 9, 2021 at 9:10 PM Beautiful poetry, Victor, I remember a song from the early 50's a German one i believe. 'I love to go a wanderin' with a napsack on my back' this running through my mind as i read.

Kim Rodrigues April 9, 2021 at 5:17 PM Lovely scene! I think that I will always love to wander...

Sotto Poet April 9, 2021 at 4:58 PM This a perfectly penned poem victor, being around nature is the most inspiring for real poets. Your stunning imagery perception is just amazing. Have a blessed evening

Sam Kauffman April 9, 2021 at 11:22 AM Such beautiful images Victor all built into a transparent picture of hope. Enjoyed this very much. Hope you are feeling better. In my prayers. Sending you blessings of healing.

Angela Crabtree April 9, 2021 at 10:01 AM A very peaceful picture you have painted with your words, Victor. Saved to my favorites :)

Sara Kendrick April 9, 2021 at 9:26 AM Very descriptive and expressive lines you have penned. I see you ended your love of nature with praise to the Creator. Enjoyed reading your work. Thanks for your visit I enjoyed reading your comment. Sara

Evelyn Judy Buehler April 9, 2021 at 7:54 AM Your lovely poem is peace and serenity itself, Victor. It's provides a perfect scene for the enjoyment of nature, prayer and reflection. :D

Tom Cunningham April 9, 2021 at 7:39 AM No better place to be, I love to go cycling there in all seasons as the landscape changes. Tom

Alexis Y. April 9, 2021 at 6:21 AM WoW! Victor, Splendid imagery is woven into your well-written poem. You have fond memories to reflect upon. Well done. Thanks for penning such a write. Have a great day:-) Alexis

Vijay Pandit April 9, 2021 at 5:58 AM Exquisite imagery, Victor --dwelling in memories of yore. Enjoyed the ride with you taking in the countryside and saw the beauty you so wonderfully paint.

Joanna Daniel April 9, 2021 at 3:57 AM Lovely thoughts, Victor, what would I not give to see such a scenery you beautifully paint!

Silent One April 9, 2021 at 3:56 AM So many reflective lines here victor, you always take the reader on a journey in your poem..

Anne-Lise Andresen April 9, 2021 at 2:21 AM - Memories and thoughts make a lovely journey, Victor - This is described with joy and beautiful discoveries :) - Enjoying this song is something everyone should do regardless of age - Have a lovely weekend :) - Hope the vaccine goes well without side effects :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)