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"The Dogwood"

It stands between two old trees it's beauty

  for all the world to see.  Every  year it's

                    beauty shines

But only  for a very short time.  Sitting on

  this porch I'm at awe at it's beauty as

if I need to stand at attention, as if this

                    is my duty.

Well yes dear tree I will salute you in all

  of your glory.   I will await your return

next year, and as you fade away, I promise

            I will not shed a tear.

  

 

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  • pen-inhand
    April 26, 2007

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    BEAUTIFUL

     Gardening Great visuals here, I love trees and this was simply a sweet dedication to them. I long for the buds to bloom here in Pa now. We have many trees in our yard and each one brings me a form of happiness each year as they come to life. So glad Spring is finally arriving! A wonderful piece!
    Hugs, Kelly






  • Pete Greenslade gold member
    April 25, 2007

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    romantic

    we all want to while away some time on your porch..i will shed a tear for your tree .. a lovely write


  • Wayne Leon Learmond
    April 19, 2007

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    Brilliant Piece of Writing

    Awww, brilliant writing here, kathy. Nature's power is described, within this piece. Wonderful writing here. The imagery is outstanding in this piece.

    Wayne


  • mandeedawn
    March 26, 2007
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    The beauty in nature it is awesome. I like this poem it shows great passion for nature.


  • Dusty
    March 26, 2007

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    Thank you for commenting on my work I just removed " I'd rather die with a dream then live with an unfinished desire" because I thought it was not good enough.
    This is very wiccan and earthly its nice

  • bluepoeticflame
    March 25, 2007

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    Beautiful. I love dogwoods, and this painted such a clear, remarkable picture. Honest and to the point, what a refreshing read.


  • Hermit Risin
    March 23, 2007

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    very nice

    this poem has very strong imagery, and an almost prose-esque structure that reminded me a bit of very early rimbaud or perhaps verlaine.
    nicely done
    -jesi


  • MysticAngelEyes
    March 23, 2007

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    A very lovly piece tributing to nature which has such a art to it, very nicely written. very beautiful,

  • Cinnarry gold member
    March 23, 2007
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    A lovely tribute to a most glorious art of nature.


  • blue eyes sparkling
    March 21, 2007
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    Wow this poem is great. I don't know what else to say..


  • Kitesen
    March 21, 2007

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    Indeed enjoy nature in it's way as comes (although sometimes ) lovely writ. The beauty of nature will certainly start living inside us as we are abled to aw at its wonders.

  • Revwilliamfoos
    March 21, 2007

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    very good

    it is said that the dogwood one time was a bush that grew into a strong tree and was used for the crucifixion and that the flowers retain the symbol of Christ's blood i so love the dog wood tree keep doing well
    love the papa

  • lucid musings
    March 21, 2007

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    This poem reminds me of the dogwood behind my old house and brings up pleasant memories I had all but forgotten. This is a wonderful piece.


  • Josy2
    March 21, 2007
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    Beautifull

    Yes, I love trees and can feel the sentiment of this poem.


  • my life end 5-6-06
    March 21, 2007
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    hey hey gurl whats up i love the dogwood its really good


  • Inside and out
    March 21, 2007

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    I have a difficult time writing about nature. I see the vision but lack the creativity to describe. I am in awe of this write. Well done! Beautiful imagery makes this poem serene.


  • Crazy-Baby
    March 20, 2007

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    thankyou for the comment on 'baby girl cries' it made my day, its so nice to hear words of praise for a change!
    this poem really moved me, my grandad loved nature very much and it was his funeral 2day, and it made me think of him in a soothing way. so thankyou you made a hard day better twice

  • Tempa Lee
    March 19, 2007

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    i'm finally here to return the favor and i have to say this is by far the best one i read today. i love this and i really love how you started it. nicely done and please return the favor.


    ~Dani~

  • Topaz
    March 19, 2007

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    Dogwood Glory

    Gorgeous write as your words flow through seasonal beauty. You can just feel the spring blossom burst forth for yet another glorious year. Lovely poem.

    Judi


  • The Poetic Angel
    March 19, 2007

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    wonderful kathy i like to read poems like this wot give me visions in my mind ..well done xxx cheeky xxx


  • jacbgd2 gold member
    March 18, 2007

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    Beautiful

    I love this poem. It is lovely and it's words flow together perfectly.  I really like the subtleness of the rhyme. It is extremely effective and unique. The poem and everything about it is great. However, I only have one suggestion and this is only a suggestion. If the presentation was changed to look more like a poem. The way it is now, it look more like a paragraph from a story, but always remember this is your work and never change anything about your work unless you feel it will make your work better and you will be comfortable with the change. The view from your porch is lovely. How I envy you!!!! Be blessed. This poem is great!!!!!    Smile


  • Angel w o Wings
    March 18, 2007

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    That was very inspiring Kathy. You waould'nt be from Woodville, would you? They have a "Dogwood Festible" every year. Thats where my mother is from. She lives in Beaumont now for almost 30 years.


  • SweetRoses
    March 18, 2007

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    Beautiful, I can almost see the tree through your words. Very nicely done.


  • Lily of the Valley
    March 18, 2007

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    nature goes full circle, coming back as strong and as beautiful as the year before. I love the spring when everything is coming up new and fresh, just waiting to see what this year can bring. The colours of dogwood can be astounding in the winter when all else is brown and dormant. Great write


  • Laura
    March 18, 2007

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    orhhh this is beautiful Kathy...you ahve created an amazing image in my head.. you certainly know how to enlighten my day with your amazing words well done love this is very vrey beautiful
    laura xxxxx

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