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Willow 1

Loose green tendrils hanging low,
kiss the soft green earth, the bough
kneels with the wind 
as if in prayer, a penitent so
humble and predictable, and
just the same as others of its kind;
a pliant bow
 
that's unreleased, yet like to spring
to heaven with a wish,
a stately, monumental king
of meadow and a murmuring stream,
in haze conceal'd, a misty dream,
a graceful monolith 'twould seem,
cloaked in a blue-grey hush.

Copyright © | Year Posted 2015




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Date: 5/30/2015 5:46:00 PM
The willow trees are able to express emotions without saying a word... I really enjoyed this elegant write and it's beautiful imagery. Very nicely penned, Keith!
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Keith Bickerstaffe
Date: 5/31/2015 11:58:00 AM
Thank you Kelly... your kind remarks are much appreciated. Keith
Date: 5/29/2015 7:57:00 PM
this is lovely, keith! i especially like the first two lines. i'm looking forward to reading "willow 2."
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Keith Bickerstaffe
Date: 5/29/2015 9:42:00 PM
You are too kind! much appreciated... Keith

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