THIS LAND
Native
to this earth
this land
this sky
no map
no guide book
helps me find
the road
I take.
I do not stride
or jog
or run
instead
I slowly walk
along
and see
the trees
the plants
the darting birds
beneath
the open sky.
This land
which so
delights
my eyes
unknown
by others
who may pass
intent
with thoughts
and dreams
and yet
who never see.
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Author:
Michael Edwards (
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- Comment from author about the poem: Not sure this painting entirely goes with the poem but I thought I'd post it anyway. I had only just finished it and it was on display still wet and unframed at my Open Studio event last weekend and was sold - It's now at the framers before I hand it over. It's quite a large work measuring about 28ins square
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Comments7
A fine write and pic Michael. I went on an 'Arts Trail' spread over three areas, even bordering different counties. I covered two of the areas, the other one was too far out.
Mine was part of the South Leicestershire trail - I was one of about 25 studios open and I shared my studio with another artist who doesn't have a studio of her own.
THIS LAND is my LAND
The Blest and Perfect
Land of ENGLAND
No matter where I roam
Terra Firma or Aqua Foam
You will always hear me
Singing this SONG
SHOW ME THE WAY TO GO HOME !
Thank Michael for a lovely Poem and a typically ENGLISH BEACH ! I am only 10 miles (as the car drives !) form the nearest BEACH ~ AMEN ~ Yours BRIAN !
It is a beautiful green land - as long as the property developers are kept in check. The photo of the painting is not all that good but I found it really difficult to get a good image of it - anyway it gives some idea of the finished work - a very minimalist painting which I am beginning to prefer more and more.
It is so easy to rush through life, and we do so when we are young. As I get older, I find myself slowing down to enjoy things more. Time goes by so quickly
Take your time - look up at buildings - look at the trees - look at the landscape. There is so much to see and appreciate and yet they are unknown by so many - thanks for dropping by.
Bravo Michael another master piece in art and verse. ww
Thanks Will - good to see you on the site.
The eyes of an artist see beauty where others see nought. The hands of an artist create love where others fumble.
Wonderful picture, no wonder it was desired so much.
the trunk of a tree isn't brown - its all the colours of the rainbow - why can't others see it? Cheers dusk
Michael,
Beautiful words, beautiful painting!
To paraphrase dusk,
you create love and see beauty in your writings, paintings, and photos! It is a pleasure to view and enjoy your works of art!
~Laura~
Laura you are always so kind - I really appreciate your comments and support.
My pleasure!😊
Beautiful painting full of life and enjoy
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