Winter Dream

Trees bending overhead, shadows fully employed
Fish resting 'neath the surface, their camouflage enjoyed
Abundant insects frolicking, diving and skimming the stream
Predators hungrily watching, nature's bountiful cuisine

Anglers stealthily wading, with implements designed
Perilous imposters, dancing on a line
Imitation insects, alluring and derailing
The angler flicks his wrist, often times prevailing

With skill and precision he tosses the bait
Dancing through shadows the imposter skates
Fish exploding in total captivation
Writhing about in lustful aggravation

Recoiling he jerks, prepares for the fight
Adrenaline rushes, as his trophy takes flight
Netting his prize from the crystal clear stream
Reliving a memory of a wintry dream.


  an original poem by Daniel Turner

Copyright © | Year Posted 2016



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Date: 7/14/2017 12:52:00 PM
The largest fish I've ever caught was about six inches in length.That the largest fish i ever caught without the use of alcohol.
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Date: 7/14/2017 1:06:00 PM
That's funny.lol I don't have enough space here to tell a good fishing lie so I'll simply say thank you, Alfred for the read:) All fishermen lie. That's one of the best things about fishing, the stories:)
Date: 1/19/2016 7:36:00 AM
Fishing memories are great and only surpassed when actually doing the fishing. Love the message and the rhyming. A7
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Date: 1/19/2016 8:14:00 AM
Thank you. I appreciate your support and kind words.
Date: 1/18/2016 5:13:00 PM
Quite the dream Daniel. I really enjoyed your poem.
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Date: 1/18/2016 5:26:00 PM
Thank you for taking the time to read and for the pat on the back.
Date: 1/18/2016 3:17:00 PM
Very pleasant nature appeared in from of me, so I reread it numerous times! Thank you for this piece:)
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Date: 1/18/2016 3:42:00 PM
Thank you taking the time to read and leave you encouraging remarks.Alex.
Date: 1/18/2016 12:39:00 PM
Excellent piece. I enjoyed it tremendously. LOVE the images your writing gives me. :-)
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Date: 1/18/2016 1:53:00 PM
Thank you for taking the time to read and comment,Robyn.
Date: 1/18/2016 10:09:00 AM
Please let me extend a warm welcome to Poetry Soup as I notice you are new. This is an active and wonderful place to share your talent. I look forward to reading more of your poetry. I love the style in which you write. The imagery in this piece jumps out and is almost tangible. You have truly captured the joy of fishing. #7 Aloha, Connie
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Date: 1/18/2016 10:57:00 AM
I am honored once again with your kind words and welcoming salutations. Thank you for taking the time to read and comment.
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