Wandering Rivulets

Rain rivulets call my spirit
to wander, flowing with earth,
down to rough creeks and wide rivers;
united, we feed our soul-dearth.
Sample strange sights, sly sensations,
souvenirs of all that we pass;
savor sweet scents, vibrant flavors,
embedded in senses' repast.
Bright oceans, blue seaways like sirens
enticingly call to behold
exotic peoples, old cultures,
mythical realms manifold.
Silvered casement frames my longing;
could I step just beyond the glass
to wander the world beautiful,
forsaking my armchair compass.

Faye Lanham Gibson
Copyright, August 12, 2014

Copyright © | Year Posted 2014



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Date: 8/21/2014 8:33:00 AM
a fine imagery of rivulets and wanderlust. congrats Faye. Mohan
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Date: 8/21/2014 7:33:00 AM
Dropping back with my congratulations:-) Hugs Jan xxx
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Date: 8/21/2014 6:00:00 AM
Dropping again to congratulate you
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Date: 8/13/2014 9:43:00 AM
Yes, the beauty of the poem lies in its great imagery, Faye
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Date: 8/12/2014 5:29:00 PM
wonderful imagery and alliteration Faye. Good luck in the contest:-) Hugs jan xxx
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Date: 8/12/2014 5:18:00 PM
Beautiful! Great imagery, and I truly enjoyed the journey without leaving the sofa..............:) Best of luck to you in the contest!
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