Tuesday, June 16, 2015

Beside a stream...By David Coon--United States

Beside a stream of crystal; its laughter sings to me.
Wild salmon rejoice in the current, free to swim naturally.
No dam to impede them as they pursue what nature has decreed.

Ancient willow shades with gnarled, hanging boughs
that touch the waters ripples, dancing with rhythm endowed.

No sound of man's entanglements enters this reverent stand,
only the sounds of the natural; only the song of the land.

Tomorrow will bring reality, but tonight I walk my dream.

David (Dave) Coon has been sharing has poems on various social sites since 1997 and has always gone by the name of Nissmech.

17 comments:

  1. Putting it off until tomorrow has its merits, with moments such as these, Dave.

    You had me at "Ancient willow..."

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    1. Thank you Michael, If I could I would put reality off till the end of forever!

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  2. Absolutely exquisite...this is where I want to walk, in reality and in dreams! :)

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    1. Colleen, I am sure that you would be able to find this place! When you do please let me know the location. :)

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  3. A perfect way to spend a day. So wonderful Dave

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    1. Thank you Stephany! It would be a perfect way to spend a lifetime.

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  4. This is such a beautiful scene you have described. I would love to be part of such a place. You have delighted me by your tremendous expression, Great work.

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    1. Rusty, thank you for your fantastic comment!

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  5. Karen, thank you for sharing my poem here at Whispers, I am honored to be here with so many great poets! And Thank you for giving my poem a title, I am lousy at giving titles to my writes!

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    1. Thank you, Dave. It is a pleasure to share your wonderful poetry. Titles are hard for me too. If you work at it, you will be amazed how a creative title will showcase your poem. Glad to have you with us.

      Best wishes,
      Karen

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  6. That sounds like such an exquisite, peaceful place - I would want to stay and dream there and never leave. Thank you for painting us such a serene picture <3

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  7. A peaceful & serene poem David. It sounds like a scene in a lovely dream. A departure from reality for sure! Thanks for sharing! Good wishes, Chris~

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  8. David ("Nissmech"),
    A wonderful poem. I love the majestic imagery you pour into these lines.
    Your new friend,
    David Fox

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  9. This poem speaks the language of the poet and is lovely! I look forward to reading more of your poetry. Aloha, Connie

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