Xanadu

"Often, in moments sweet, Nature gives us a special treat" by poet

How often do we wish for Xanadu
The perfect place, our paradise at last
Forever sunshine and skies heather blue
Xanadu, where Now will be long and vast
Time pauses, as moments linger and last.

Beyond the horizon, we'll find daydreams
waiting for dreamers who will also seek 
breeze that whispers music dwelling between
thoughts brushing the mind or those more oblique
all part of Xanadu's lasting mystique.

Forsaking myth, nature can then remind
of forgotten treasures out our back door       
wonders of nature we had left behind:
her bounty of blossoms and many more
garden Xanadu ready to explore.


April 27, 2023
for "Word Challenge--Words with X in Them" contest
by Constance La France
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Copyright © | Year Posted 2023


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Date: 5/7/2023 6:00:00 AM
Congratulations Anne on this well deserved win.
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Date: 5/5/2023 1:00:00 AM
- Congratulations on your win in the contest ... a wonderful poem, Ann :) - hugs
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Date: 5/4/2023 8:19:00 AM
Congratulations on your win. A lovely write/quote. Have a great/blessed day...............
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Date: 5/4/2023 6:13:00 AM
Ann, thank you so much for sharing your wonderful poem with us in my Writing Challenge congratulations, I love your quote !
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Date: 5/3/2023 9:15:00 PM
Hi Ann, You penned a well-written write on your chosen word. Congratulations on your 1st-place win. Have a wonderful evening:-) Alexi
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Date: 5/3/2023 8:50:00 PM
Though Xanadu is a utopean land existing in myths, it is often found in Nature's beautiful pockets. A lovely poem dear Ann. Congratulations on your first place win.
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Date: 5/3/2023 6:20:00 PM
Back with Congrats on your podium win, Ann.
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Date: 4/28/2023 10:19:00 AM
This is so nice Ann:) I go there almost daily (Xanadu) in my back yard or maybe just a short walk through some nearby woods. A pleasure to read your thoughts today. Have a most excellent weekend.
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Date: 4/28/2023 9:07:00 AM
You took me there to a place of magnificence and beauty, lovely metaphors used Ann! B0l
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Date: 4/28/2023 6:46:00 AM
I have enjoyed my visit to your idyllic place of beauty, Ann. Thank you for allowing the reader to explore free of charge! ~ Regards // paul
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Date: 4/28/2023 1:16:00 AM
Lovey poetry and quote Ann, I wish for Xanadu all the time, nature is wonderful as your poem describes… Belle
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Date: 4/27/2023 11:32:00 PM
Well done for the contest. Perfect poem.
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Date: 4/27/2023 4:55:00 PM
our own Xanadu in our own yard. So wonderful, Ann
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Date: 4/27/2023 4:12:00 PM
This is a fantastic poem, Ann. Your thorough metaphor selection and perfect diction add another level of refinement to the outstanding verse you've crafted. Good luck with the contest
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Date: 4/27/2023 3:44:00 PM
Beauty is in the eyes of the beholder - isn't that wha they say Ann? My grass is just as green as my neighbors. LOL. Nice write! :)
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