Still wandering after hours, through fallen leaves and tired trees
I cannot help but marvel at the unseen hand that molded these
Lightly do I tread as the day turns into dusk
Even the swans will soon be still, their white wings closed by trust
Nestled in the long reeds, the stars above them start to glow
Closing off the day for now, rest comes to all below
Ere the moon appears amidst the sky, my feet shall turn and I must go.
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Joe O’Connor
New Zealander
English teacher
Short stories and poems📚
Please be honest- I would love your constructive feedback, as it's the only way I'll get better. Would rather it was pointed out so I can improve!
Currently writing James The Wonderer
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Beautiful nature poem!!! Love it!!!❤️❤️💕
Oh my gosh, this is a complete masterpiece in every sense of the term. The voice behind this poem is so distinct and clear that I am just in awe.
Such a beautifully painted scene. -their white wings closed by trust- Was an exceptionally moving and observant line. Well Done!!!
Joe, this is outstanding! You captured worship. Loved: Even the swans will soon be still, their white wings closed by trust
Beautiful!
That last line gives the vibe of Robert Frost's poem, The Road Not Taken. So poetic and beautiful. Love that second line "unseen hand." A real masterpiece.
This is beautiful, and I love the pic.
Beautifully, skillfully penned, Joe!
Poems that rhyme are the best 😁
Beautiful and evocative acrostic Joe. And it rhymes! 😃 Good luck!
My favourite line is the reference to swan's wings. Really visual 🙂
Gosh that was so beautiful! Loved your Acrostic!
This is stunning, Joe! Beautiful particulars woven together in such an immersive scene! Really excellent work!
This was sublime.
Oh...the flow on this is spectacular, Joe. Really pretty!
Beautiful. I am sitting there marveling 😍
This was so calming and lovely. Beautifully penned :)
peace is always fleeting!
Beautiful