where reigns the oak a mighty king
the beech is surely England’s queen
beneath her lush green canopy
that hides me from a cloudless sky
i watch as from the river bank
the cruisers with their ease of grace
so gently smoothly sail on by
oh Fagus god of this fine tree
today in overbearing heat
i thank you for the use of shade
i thank you for the softest breeze
and from the inner core of me
i curtsey to this queen of queens
for growing in this welcome glade
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beautiful poem - can imagine the lovely scene and feel the ambience of relaxation that you are experiencing - keep writing
Thank you so much for the encouragement. I appreciate you.
it is now so hot here in Mumbai that even visualizing this scene makes me happy..lol
A pleasure to read and feel Cassie. Enjoy your Tuesday. 😎
Thank you AP. Pleased you like my poem. Many thanks for your visit. Have a beautiful Wednesday.
Truly mighty.
The oak certainly is. Thank you for stopping by and reviewing. I appreciate the interest you have shown in my work. Happy Wednesday.
A fine write Cassie.
Many thank yous Orchi. I hope you have a beautiful Wednesday.
👍 you have
painted a most
resplendent scene,
so picturesque
and serene!
Much enjoyed 🤗
Best wishes 🌹
Thad
Thank you for your thoughtful and encouraging words. I appreciate very much the interest you have shown in my work. Have a beautiful day.
A most beautiful tribute in classical form to the beech. I leaned something new Fagus equated with Beech. The scene is so pastoral and serene a most beautiful picture in words and verse. Masterfully done.
Thank you my friend for your thoughtful and encouraging words. You are greatly appreciated. Have a happy Wednesday.
as pretty as a postcard
and a delightful read;
Thank you so much. Have a wonderful Wednesday. I appreciate your visit.
Wow my dear Cassie, your poetry is truly magnificent such imagery bound with the beauty of each word, I cannot help but see eel pie island, a ave i have always been fascinated with that, especially as their are mainly mansions on it, although London is filled with green beauty, one only has to look. Love this so much. Your descriptions are simply charming. 🌹
Thank you Teddy. I do not know eel pie island, though there are many islands in the Thames. Lynch island is a favourite of mine near Sonning. There is much beauty along the banks for visitors. Have a beautuful day. 🌺
It's in Twickenham and it's filled with these trees too, you brought me home with your poetry. 💙
Wonderful words Cassie the trees that I walk with bring me great joy,
Andy
Thank you Andy. I have such an affinity with trees. Pleased to hear that you appear to as well. Have a beautiful day.
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