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by Dave
Rated: 18+ · Book · Writing · #1236257
A log of the magnificent journey across the vast sea of my imagination.
A sig awarded for winning "The Anything Goes Poetry Contest"

A log of our magnificent journey.

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June 9, 2021 at 6:07pm
June 9, 2021 at 6:07pm
#1011565
Unsuspecting refugee,
who was yearning to be free
from the grip of tyranny,
paid coyote hefty fee
to avoid authority
on quest to reach boundary.

That was just a fantasy.
They ripped him from family
to raise odds, supposedly,
then left him in jeopardy
and flames of hostility.

Very soon, he came to see
a traumatic tapestry
of emotional debris.
Hunger, heat, and misery
line the trail to liberty,
so he struggled until he
met his final destiny.


Notes
June 2, 2021 at 3:13pm
June 2, 2021 at 3:13pm
#1011176
The gentle peace of garden toil,
away from all that social roil,
provides the exercise I need
in tilling soil and planting seed.

My garden is the empty page,
in line with my advancing age.
I'm sowing seeds of poetry
and nurturing their growth with glee.
May 29, 2021 at 5:03pm
May 29, 2021 at 5:03pm
#1010976
Sunrise
bumblebees hum a sprightly tune
on quest for sweet nectar--
the joys of life
on earth.


Notes on the Cinquino form of poetry
May 29, 2021 at 11:34am
May 29, 2021 at 11:34am
#1010960
Enormous joy derives from honest toil
while working with one's hands in garden soil
to cultivate in harmony with land
and get away from all that social roil.

We're planting food and flower gardens grand
and harvesting tomatoes to be canned
beside a bed of blushing peonies,
protecting earth like Mother Nature planned.

The melody of buzzing honey bees
in search of food among the cherry trees
and salty perspiration soon reveal
the Heaven sent delights we try to seize.

When work day is finally done, we kneel
to help a badly jaded spirit heal
with tender golden corn on cob to boil
when Mama cooks our special Sunday meal.


Notes
May 19, 2021 at 3:59pm
May 19, 2021 at 3:59pm
#1010445


Memorial Day parade shows off the patriotic spirit
in all those who come to cheer it
with flags flying, bands playing, and soldiers marching,
backyard barbecues followed by flashy fireworks display arching
through the night sky to conclude the celebration
expressing gratitude for those who protect our nation.

Many of us give thanks all year long
in effort to keep our troops' morale strong.
April 25, 2021 at 10:56am
April 25, 2021 at 10:56am
#1009096
Originally entered in Round 84 of the "Invalid Item: "Invalid Post"  

I listen to the breeze
imploring me to seize the chance
and join in Nature's dance
upon the broad expanse of green,
where deer and geese convene
in harmony between the hills
among the daffodils
with music from the milling bees.


Notes on the Luc Bat form of poetry
April 19, 2021 at 10:27am
April 19, 2021 at 10:27am
#1008770
Water lilies bloom
and calm a troubled pilgrim,
who wandered on scene
as they rest on quiet pond
away from the bustling crowd.

Those vibrant blossoms
resurrect a sense of worth,
so he can go on.


Notes on the Oriental Octet form of poetry
April 16, 2021 at 2:21pm
April 16, 2021 at 2:21pm
#1008626
Exploration

The purpose of this exhortation
is to make all you writers aware
of benefits derived from exploration
beyond the realm of factual affair.

Just follow your Muse to Inspiration Station,
where one can see pixies dance in a stream,
or details of a future revelation,
caught in the camera of a dream.
April 13, 2021 at 2:12pm
April 13, 2021 at 2:12pm
#1008453
Asian koel sings a striking melody--
lovely lilt lingering
beneath the sprawling mango tree.

The song drifts down to folks below,
coo-coo-cooing, calming,
as sunset provides a vibrant glow.


April 5, 2021 at 6:46pm
April 5, 2021 at 6:46pm
#1007833
Both West Point cadet
and crafty old vet
commit

to meet ev'ry threat
without any fret.
No quit!

We are in their debt
and shall not forget
their grit.


Notes on the Lai form of poetry

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