Flying high in deep blue African skies,
over the Serengeti plain,
where languidly leonine majesty lies,
imperially tossing his mane.
The Savannah is alive in the sun,
giraffes, wildebeest, and antelopes graze,
chased by a cheetah, gazelles run,
escaping noonday heat, the big cats laze.
Topped by snow stands Kilimanjaro's might,
its strange beauty enhanced by clouds,
sending fancies on an exciting flight,
mystical, in its snowy shroud.
Stunning Tanzania, astounding, grand,
encrusted with great lakes of blue,
the Rift Valley carved by nature's hand,
fills minds and hearts with wonder true.
Captivating Africa warmly smiles,
irresistible is its lure,
temptress, bewitchingly beguiles,
its enchantment is without cure.
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I love Africa. This poem portrays it in such a beautiful way. I love this part:
"The Savannah is alive in the sun,
giraffes, wildebeest, and antelopes graze,
chased by a cheetah, gazelles run,
escaping noonday heat, the big cats laze."
It felt like I was there in Africa when I read it. Thank you for this beautiful piece!
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imagery and feeling . .congratulations on the trophy also
beautiful piece of work
mike
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hmm ... your wording is magnificent i like this poem you do Africa good justice... keep it up...THE DARK
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Excellent!
Wow!!! this is a great piece of poetry, your imagery is "Ace" reading through it, the mind is transported right into the middle of the Serengeti plains, the imagery produced by your words couldnt be any better were your reader watching a Documentary on the TV, the pictures that come to the mind through your words are so very vivid... a great poem peacelink.. many hugs
~Katie~
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Wow! This is a great poem! I love anything with Africa or Egypt and this poem was amazing! It should be number one haha. It really had wonderful imagery that blew me away and the way you rhymed was perfect. It's a masterpiece
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I have only just realized that I have never in fact commented on this. I have read it twice before, but never told you what I thought.
It is a picturesque journey across a vast continent. I feel like I maybe it is describing one of those National Geographic clips where it gives you all the highlights in about 3 minutes, the best of the best to be seen.
thank you for sharing this.
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This is stunning Pari! You have written a wonderful piece ofpoetry! It is perfect inevery way. It certainly makes me want to know more about Africa. The fauna and the flora... I know near to nothing of the flora of Aarica which is a shame since I am sure there are some truly amazing plants and trees growing there. The fauna, well, so many majestic, wonderful and completely unique animals make Aafrica their home it would be impossible to not know some, though I am certain there are many more with a great deal of intrigue. A fabulous poem and best of wishes... ~genielassie~
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Vivid
I have heard that Africa has an unusual attraction, but not having been there, I have to take your word for it. It is a different and beautiful place, but I think that we overlook the beauty and diversity of our own homelands, "familiarity breeds contempt".
The first stanza starts with flying high, and suddenly we are looking at lions. The other stanzas each have their own theme, perhaps more could be said about flying, and about the plain.
The rhyming, meter, and imagery are very good, this was a pleasure to read.
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When I was about 13 my Dad was offered a job in Africa. I was horrified to think that I had to move to such a strange place. Finally told my parents I wasn't going unless I could have a pet elephant! ( Yeah..like black mail from a 13 year old holds any weight! ) Bottom line was they were going to move, and I was going to have to go to bording school. ( oh that made my day! ) Well my Dad ended up NOT taking the job, he went to Venezuela by him self instead. And I was quite happy to not have to experience change, and knowledge, and a new way of looking at life.
God...we can be such idiots as kids. I missed out on the chance of a lifetime. I am very sorry that I didnt get a chance to experience a fraction of the beauty portrayed in this poem.
Excellent piece very much filled with beauty.
Very enjoyable!
Hugs...
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I have been very interested in Africa lately because I am sponsoring an orphan there. I have seen pictures and read descriptions but none so beautiful as this.
Very nicely done!
<3 Maureen
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Beautiful sight your words show! I always dream to visit few place in Africa, including Tanzania. This poem makes me wish that that dream comes true and very soon!
A poem very rich in imageries, absolutely stunning!
Kisses and love,
Mari
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Everything One Could Imagine
I really don't know how you do it. All of your poems are so imaginiative and beautiful. You never cease to amaze me with your poetic skills...wonderful job. Please keep writing, I love to read your works! -
BRAVO, Pari!!! Powerfully written.
Pari,
Oh a beautiful write -as usual. I loved it, I truly did. Africa... home to the African Wildlife. Ever since Africam, I really want to go there. The beauty that you created makes this experience extra special. I'd love to go to South Africa and just listen, look and feel the beauty that surrounds the place. I love the background border. I could just feel this piece like it spoke straight to the heart. Love you tons!
What comes from the heart, goes to the heart.
Sincerely,
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Kalen -
a vivid and beautiful place you paint in your crafted eyes and hands of the art of this beautiful land....
may you find comfort and peace in all of your ways
Tamara
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Hi Pari! I have never been to Africa or seen Kilimanjaro, but after reading this beautifully descriptive poem of yours… I think it may just be a new ambition of mine!
A tremendous write Pari… and a divine background too!
~ Lou ..xx
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A very good poem... Africa is one of those places where ever you look, you have vast space for as far as the eye can see... the bush veldt, the Animal Kingdom, the wide, far-reaching sky with its many moods. Chuck has already mentioned the dangers that are always ready to spring up where there are wild animals, so always would one have to be very aware whilst looking at the beauty that surrounds in such a wild yet wonderful place. Your background is lovely for this write, the side border well remincient of Kilimanjaro... beautiful! ~Katie~
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had to come back and ask....did you really have the good fortune to see all this?
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Oh my , to be able to live and see this all. I have always dreamt of a Safari , but if I do not do it soon ...there might be nothing left to see, just read an article this am that there are only about 200Siberian tigers left. We are members of the World Wildlife Fund. Alot of info is available atwww.worldwildlife.org. Have a great Sunday
zzzzzzz
Reenie
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I tried to edit that one a bit drop by and look when you have a moment.
I agree with you about the lions. Anyways I think more men are killed by men then they ever could by animals, in Africa or elsewhere, and it is the poachers who pose a bigger threat to the animals than the animals could ever pose to man.
Africa once seen gets into a persons blood forever, it is an unforgettable experience even if it is looking at Kilimanjaro or the rift valley or one of the lakes from a plane window. I tried to capture a little of that feeling in this poem. There will be more on Africa.
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Dear Pari,
Your description of Africa is valid and well expressed.
The last line of stanza #3 doesn't hang quite right but otherwise, well done.
The number of humans devoured in any year by lions,would hardly constitute "a harvest" as stated above. The danger element is minimal if visitors are accompanied by an experienced safari guide and only a fool would venture into a wild animal area without one.
An enjoyable read. I applaud it. Thanks for sharing.
Love and hugs, XXX Hugh.
Edited on Aug 08, 5:17 because 'lost my hat !'. -
wow, this is awesome. usually I don't really like a rhyming poem because people mess it up, but this one is amazing. I've never been to Africa (never been anywhere besides USA and Mexico) but I've seen lovely pictures. And all of them flashed through my head as I read. Amazing imagery. I like what Chuck Johnson said too, you might want to add that- it would complete the poem, unless your goal was to show the better side.
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Very very nicely done. The danger of Africa should also be mentioned. The fact that no where else in the world does man take second place to the animal kingdom. Where we are soft weak pale things that make a harvest for the beast of Kings.
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The imagery in this poem is spectacular. The background complements perfectly and I love its pastel beauty. This was a delightful read.
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