Within a Breeze

To wander lonely as a cloud
And drift along within a breeze,
Up away from thronging crowds
To pick my course, as I please.

Oh the freedom midst the blue
Far removed from earthly ties,
Who then could resist it too,
The allure of cobalt skies.

In somnolent and silent vein
An errant bird for company,
In such a mood I could remain,
Were it but my destiny.







Entry for
Famous poetic lines that inspire Poetry Contest
Sponsored by Silent One
1/2/2020
Inspired by the line 'I wandered lonely as a cloud'
By William Wordsworth. Placed 2nd.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2020

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Marcum Wong Avatar
February 5, 2020 at 12:29 AM
Guess I should have chosen this quote because I spent my career amidst the clouds but Keats line spoke to me first. I love this charming poem Gary. I have to Fave this. Congratulations on your wonderful win! xxoo
Smith Avatar
February 5, 2020 at 5:31 AM
Thank you Connie. :)
Andresen Avatar
February 3, 2020 at 7:15 AM
- Congratulations on your win, Gary :) - greetings from // Anne-Lise :)
Smith Avatar
February 3, 2020 at 7:15 AM
Thank you Anne-Lise. :)
Sands Avatar
February 2, 2020 at 12:10 PM
Congratulations for your great win Gary :)
Smith Avatar
February 2, 2020 at 12:17 PM
Thank you Heidi. :)
One Avatar
February 2, 2020 at 6:38 AM
A line that inspired many in the contest.. nice take on it.. Congratulations on your placement in the contest..
Smith Avatar
February 2, 2020 at 6:43 AM
Thank you Silent One. :)
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