Valsa George Poet Rhyme

What Fascinates Me

 More than anything Nature fascinates me
Men living in close proximity to nature, I love to see
So I ramble into the city’s far outskirts
Watching ordinary people in commonplace pursuits
Imbibing much from the life of the peasantry
Whom none can beat in life’s lessons elementary
How they interact devoid of all cold formality
And remain free from all artificiality


I inhale the fragrance of the wayside blooms
Watch kingfishers and parakeets in colorful plumes
My eyes never miss Nature’s minute caprices
And I rejoice in home bound birds’ sonatas
I watch the daylight paving way for the night
And the sun willfully surrendering his might
I listen to the invisible choir, singing in the dark
That breaks the sacred silence of the dusk


How these common scenes fill me with delight
Nevertheless making me sorry for the unhappy plight
Of those unable to enjoy any ordinary scene
And turn their backs to pleasurable sights umpteen


Blessed are those who have eyes to see and feel
And remain happy being close to Nature’s heel
Whose ears are attuned to the beats of the average
And who need no other intoxicating beverage
Those who get a kick out of the commonplace
And seek everyday banal sensations to embrace

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May.21.2022


Fascination and Awe Poetry Contest
Sponsor- Jeff Kyser

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Cal Bambi The Word Artist July 7, 2022 at 1:09 PM Valsa, As impressed as I am with nature and your beautiful poem I am equally impressed with your command of the English language. The ebb and flow of your description of everything you write about is pure pleasure. People have lost the ability to speak the way you write. Each of your observations so eloquently expressed in a fluent and persuasive manner. Just a joy to read. Cal Bambi

Connie Marcum Wong June 5, 2022 at 2:31 PM I feel the same way about nature that you do Valsa. You are in tune with the pulse of nature’s heart in this beautiful poem. Congratulations on your HM. Blessings xxoo

Paula Goldsmith June 3, 2022 at 8:50 AM Congratulations on your win. Both your write and nature are a Wonderful thing. Have a blessed day..................

Beata Agustin June 3, 2022 at 12:20 AM Wow! Congrats! Thanks for sharing what fascinates you through this fascinating muse of yours. God bless you.

Jeff Kyser June 2, 2022 at 2:01 PM Valsa - Thank you for some wonderful imagery! Having moved out to the country, I connected with a lot of this, and I can’t imagine living in a big city and missing out on the simple wonder of nature. Thanks so much for entering! Valsa George June 2, 2022 at 10:29 PM I must thank you for the opportunity given.... ! It was a pleasure taking part in the contest on my intimate fascination ! Thanks for your beautiful words, Jeff !

Supraja Kannan May 21, 2022 at 9:19 PM This is absolutely wonderful, Valsa... "Blessed are those who have eyes to see and feel And remain happy being close to Nature’s heel so true" How True!!!! You have beautifully explained the wonders of nature... Reads like a winner to me...

Gershon Wolf May 21, 2022 at 8:22 PM Poem of the Month Quality here, Valsa. Positively inspirational! Bravo. A FAVE for me. Thank you, Gershon

Timothy Ray May 21, 2022 at 10:41 AM lovely lines of the natural world and more so your deep appreciation....i watch Youtube videos of music with scenery...i become the eagle with wings spread gliding o'er....as it progresses the Mindfulness becomes ataraxia where i fly above storms, where i am free to wing my way thru and soar to such heights i touch brevity of eternity...as of now my desk window is filled with birds feeding...below a mother sparrow feeds her young....life has a no deeper meaning than that

I Am Anaya May 21, 2022 at 9:58 AM Very beautiful thoughts on nature, yes, pleasurable sights umpteen! I agree with Victor!

Victor Buhagiar May 21, 2022 at 7:16 AM Your soup mail came out empty. Nothing to read there. Valsa George May 22, 2022 at 5:10 AM Sorry, it was an inadvertent error. My computer being very slow, I can't even reply to comments....

Vijay Pandit May 21, 2022 at 6:11 AM Scenic images throughout Valsa. Enjoyed the ride in hues of nature through your descriptive words as if I was there. Nature is amazing in its many forms. Best to you.

Sotto Poet May 21, 2022 at 4:13 AM The first description of this true poet's adventures through the natural world with your devoted muse, Valsa. You have developed some very great metaphors there—the best chance of winning.

Victor Buhagiar May 21, 2022 at 1:15 AM Nothing is more beautiful than nature except the sea. Valsa George May 21, 2022 at 2:47 AM Sea is another fascination for me too. Thanks a lot Victor !

Tom Cunningham May 21, 2022 at 12:15 AM Thirty years ago I moved from the city to the countryside and I like nothing better than to go for walks and cycling and seeing the beauty of nature. Good luck Valsa and have a lovely weekend. Tom Valsa George May 21, 2022 at 2:46 AM I am sure your poetry originates from peaceful surroundings and the countryside offers you much happiness. I was born in a small village. Now I live in a semi urban area. It is with nostalgia that I think of those happy days in my native village. Thanks a lot honorable poet friend....

Harry Horsman May 20, 2022 at 10:44 PM How lovely this poetry is, a real life account of this genuine poets nature rambles, and caring muse. Love the fact 'common scenes' is applied here, an old fashion way, being lost in this modern concrete world. Valsa George May 21, 2022 at 2:40 AM This comment from you, I deem as an honor. Nature with those who live close to nature always fascinates me. The serene village is preferred to the bustling cities. Thank you so much harry .....