Monday, June 12, 2017

Not yet driftwood really

I’m both driftwood and
an acorn.
disappointment
and potential.

If only I could
chlorophyll,
I might catch the sky,
stretch and oak myself.
    
Instead I willow
bending way
too
low
not knowing how

       to grow.

For Magaly's prompt at toads

18 comments:

  1. I do so love the wood references. Oak, willow and driftwood all lend a different feel.

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  2. I'm enchanted by your use of chlorophyll, oak and willow as verbs. The movement feels natural, and real...

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  3. Enchanting fable of one who cannot see itself

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  4. If only I could chlorophyll! That is ingenious.

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  5. The opening sentence is interesting --- a bit of philosophy to ponder.

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  6. I reiterate this is outstanding

    Much love...

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  7. As you know, Bjorn, I love anything to do with trees and wordplay!

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  8. Interesting blend and referencing of nature. We grow, and we learn, and vice versa. Greetings to you.

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  9. So charming. Really lovely. Thanks. k.

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  10. Oh my, the imagery flows back and forth so naturally in this verse. A very charming piece.
    -HA

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  11. loved the use of chlorophyll, oak and willow...few words and lots of depth...stunning!

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  12. What an exceptional poem - the balance is perfect. I love every line of it.

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  13. cool. i really like this, Bjorn ~

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  14. willows and oaks, driftwood and acorns... I love them all! I think it is the balance of all of them - after all, who wants to be perfect? :)

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