Willows (1)

Willows whisper gratitude, 
drooping branches sway, 
they promise summers of serenity 
and winters of decay.

Images of grace, gently shivering 
in rains of sweet intent, 
they burgeon like a testament 
fulfilled and immanent.

Softly ornamenting 
with their sprawls of elegance, 
they pose like seasoned lovers 
who have earned their permanance.

Sprightly dancing limbs of fancy, 
mighty yet demure, 
they prophesy endurance 
for those untested and unsure.

Copyright © | Year Posted 2008



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Date: 5/5/2009 9:54:00 AM
darn this is a good poem and no time to read, I'll check it later (mail call)
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Date: 1/6/2009 8:12:00 AM
I always love the willow tree, though the neighbors hate the mess they make. You framed them perfectly. Again Great work. JudyRiley
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Date: 12/21/2008 9:35:00 AM
Well oh well, you rascal, I had looked all over for #1, after I'd read #2...but I suppose some things are made more special when they are tempered by patience.:) This is smooth and flowing..it skims over the surface of one's mind. Beautifully penned, Keith! Best wishes to you and yours....God bless!! Love, Mikki
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Date: 12/20/2008 1:33:00 PM
Great write, Keith. I love poems about trees and this is idyllic. Sincere thanks for all your support and comments. Nigel
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Date: 12/20/2008 7:03:00 AM
so soft and beautiful - almost senual. I am moving onward to part two. Llainie
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Date: 12/19/2008 9:59:00 PM
Just had to comment on this one again because it is so lovely. The second couplet really stood out this time as I read it. You are truly an inspiration to me to become a better writer! Love Robin
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Date: 12/19/2008 3:59:00 PM
This is so lovely. The rhyme and rhythm is perfect. The flow feels like a caress when read. I agree with Christie "sprightly..." wonderful line! Well said! Love Robin
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Date: 12/19/2008 3:55:00 PM
I remember as a youngster, going to my grandmother's brother's house. It was on a hill, and had a pond at the foot of the hill with a huge Willow Tree close to the pond.... All the men would get their fishing polls, and go to the pond, of course I would follow, and play under the Willow..but when the smell of fried chicken found me I was running back to the house....childhood memories are wonderful...always, Christy
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