White Picket Fence

I don’t want the white picket fence
I’ll take the one that’s weathered by time
Bent in a way that gives it character
Bordered by tall grass and wild thistle
You might rest your elbows on it after a long day
And smile at the sunflowers I planted
Because you know that when their yellow heads grow too heavy
They’ll have something to lean on
Copyright © | Year Posted 2022

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Agustin Avatar
January 20, 2022 at 3:34 AM
Congrats! Thanks for sharing this. God bless you.
John Avatar
January 20, 2022 at 1:36 AM
Yes, weathering can definitely give character. Nice piece, Phoebe!
Alex Avatar
January 19, 2022 at 6:59 AM
"Because you know that when their yellow heads grow too heavy They’ll have something to lean on" - Beautiful! Congratulations!
Marcum Wong Avatar
January 19, 2022 at 6:58 AM
Oh Phoebe, the warmth of love over the years is so evident in this masterful piece. Beautiful metaphors make this entry so special. Congratulations on your deserving win. Blessings xxoo
Mcintosh Avatar
January 19, 2022 at 3:59 AM
Wonderful write. I love it. God bless you and congrats. Love, Gina
Calasibetta Avatar
January 6, 2022 at 1:26 PM
A lovely tribute to the beauty that lies in fences...."And smile at the sunflowers I planted"...great line. Cheers,Paulette
Theraven Avatar
January 6, 2022 at 8:23 AM
Phoebe, Robrer Frost said 'Good fences make good neighbors'. Your nostalgic Picket Fence poem reverberates in fine message and poetry. -Richard
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