Words From a River

Impatient, the river, no time for submission Taking no notice of one all alone It continues to flow, to swirl, twist and turn It pays no attention, thinks nothing of me As I sit here to ponder, to write and compose. Deep in the stones, lie dark secret longings Old stories of those, who sat on the bank Like me, finding hallows to gather and think I'm called by the river to capture the prose Inspired by nature, words flow from creation Written to cast, like leaves on the water The cattails that rattle, the cinnamon fern The willows that lean, each twig bent to listen Before me, were others who sat in the sun On the mossy green bank of the river that knows... Many secrets it carries....and onward it goes Taking no notice of one all alone...
____________________________________________________________ Carrie Richards submitted for Giorgio's Contest: Impress Me (nature)
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Ryerson Avatar
February 26, 2014 at 5:27 AM
Congrats again dear friend...This reminds me of the movie A River Runs Through It, directed and narrated by Robert Redford starring Brad Pitt in his breakout role. Ever seen it? From your biggest fan - Tim
Britt Avatar
February 25, 2014 at 9:46 PM
Carrie....Wow! I am taken by the current of your poem and lulled to sleep by the babbling brook as time washes over me, remembering that others have been before where I am. Love it. Faved it. Christopher
Johnson Avatar
February 25, 2014 at 9:03 PM
Very nice Carrie. congratulations. Love, joyce
Gildersleeve Avatar
February 25, 2014 at 5:24 PM
I so enjoyed the scene you've so creatively expressed in your poem, and congratulations on your well deserved win.- Connie
Mehta Avatar
February 25, 2014 at 4:43 AM
Congrats on the fine win. enjoyed the fine metrical composition,carrie
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February 25, 2014 at 2:47 AM
- Contest judged: 2/24/2014 - Impress me - V (Old / New) Sponsored by: Giorgio A.V. - Congratulations on your winning poem - Pleased to read your poem, Carrie. - nice to join :) - oxox // Anne-Lise :)
Shango Avatar
February 5, 2010 at 9:19 AM
The cattails that rattle, the cinnamon fern The willows that lean, with each limb bent to listen Before me, were others who sat in repose ... how rich, how deep, how pure the beauty of these lines. You have just been made immortal because of them ... I love them. Thanks for your encouragement and inspiration ... to read you is still gold.
George   Avatar
January 6, 2010 at 12:53 PM
My choice! for sure. Such depth and meaning that touching the heart so tenderly. thank you for sharing, Carrie. This goes to my favorite list. Love, Lainie
Owens Avatar
January 5, 2010 at 6:04 PM
I love your beautiful poem...Good luck in the contest...Marty
Kendrick Avatar
January 5, 2010 at 10:55 AM
Very alluring write. Great descriptiveness and expressiveness. Good write fo the contest. Good luck.Keep the creative pen flowing like the flowing river. Thanks for the commentts on my work. Sara
Strand Avatar
January 4, 2010 at 12:04 AM
Thank you for supporting my contest Carrie.Rgds Brian
Dufresne Avatar
January 3, 2010 at 6:34 PM
just about each line is a poem unto itself. I like the way and ways in which you composed this Carrie. If I had to pick one line for favorite....the willows that lean, with each limb bent to learn...that is so real. very nice Carrie. love it.-Robert
Dietrich Avatar
January 3, 2010 at 5:29 PM
Loved the way you patterned this and the lovely thoughts therein! Andrea
Marcum Wong Avatar
January 3, 2010 at 4:08 PM
Carrie, Your poem captures the melancholy hearts of those pondering which path to take. It is beautiful!
Moreno Avatar
January 3, 2010 at 3:08 PM
The second stanza was incredible, I wish you all the best in the contest...Raul
Sheart Avatar
January 3, 2010 at 3:08 PM
Hi Carrie, Beautifully written and I love your heartfelt sentiments. Will make a wonderful entry in Brian's contest, best of luck! Love Light Patty
Chircop Avatar
January 3, 2010 at 2:19 PM
Magical,poem composed by art and musical flow.ing pen..All You,dear Carrie......Charma
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