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The Garden

The gardener dug it carefully

for he wanted it just right,

he dug where it was warm

but not too cold at night.

The climate was considered

when he brought the seeds for flowers,

he dug the holes and planted them

and worked at it for hours.

After he had planted them

he gave a little water,

but he didn’t overwater them

in case it got much hotter.

The gardner soon did treasure

all the different kinds of blooms,

and carefully hand-picked them

and displayed them in his rooms.

So don’t neglect your garden

for you’ll have to make ammends,

‘cause in this story you’re the gardener

and the flowers are your friends.

 

— docmaverick, Sep 01, 2007

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Region, Country: The High Desert, in the wild west, southern California, U.S. of A.., USA

Favorite Poets: Keates, Poe, Dickinson, and Dr. Seuss. There are a smattering of others, but why bother listing 'em all, ya know?, I also rely on a few of our poets, here....for advice, and what not. I couldn't possibly explain what a fountain of live, effective knowledge we have...right here in our midst ! To catch a glimmer of brilliance, merely visit: the Stream.

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Critiques

weirdelf

weirdelf

18 years 9 months ago

Have you had a life changing experience recently?

You poetry has changed a lot, reflecting a deep consideration of life and humanity. I must admit I am not overly fond of the strict rhythm and rhyming schemes you are using but there is so much care and compassion there I find it easy to forgive. cheers, Jess
docmaverick

docmaverick

18 years 9 months ago

The Gardner

Hey Jess, I wouldn't say, "life changing".....just a lot of time on my hands. Doc.