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Mother Nature's Child

Mother Nature’s Child

She rides cascading silver
Down frosty mountainsides
She breathes in golden sparkles
Upon her joyous rides
She lives upon forever
Lost in the soul of man
And dreams of silver horses
That chase across time's span

She can move the mountains
Or dry water from the sea
Make a seed come to life
And grow a tall oak tree
She can make a grown man cry
With her woman's wiles
Never turn your back on her
She's Mother Nature's child

She weaves herself a tapestry
From the dark of space
And uses silver stardust
With which to paint her face
She lights her way with moonlight
As shadows start to fall
And paints a fiery sunset
Across the heavens for all

She always sets the fashion
Like the turning of the leaves
Ev'ry eye looks to her
And ev'ry eye says please
She can make men want her
With a wiggle and a smile
Never turn your back on her
She's Mother Nature's child

She gathers in the strings of time
To clasp against her breast
And weaves a glowing sunbeam
With which to belt her dress
She listens to the music
Of nature as it sings
And paints a golden sunrise
To pull our heart strings

She gathers up the lightning
From the stormy skies
And you can hear the thunder
See the danger in her eyes
She can be so gentle
Or she can be so wild
Never turn your back on her
She's Mother Nature's child
— Rett, Aug 31, 2008

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Region, Country: Southern Texas, USA

Favorite Poets: Dickenson, Longfellow

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Barbara Writes

Barbara Writes

17 years 9 months ago

Brilliant Rett

Smiles:) Barbara I followed your instructions and this is excellent it deserves ten stars, but I can only give five.
Rett

Rett

17 years 9 months ago

Thank you Barbara

It was originally posted in the forum and I fine tuned it a little and thought I'd see how it fared here. It only garnered 3 comments there. Glad you checked it out. I am rather proud of it as it began life as two complete poems and when I wrote the second one it seemed to fit with that first one so I tried it and viola, it did fit. Thank you very much! Respectfully, Rett: "The only thing observable with the naked eye to exceed the speed of light is rumor" Unknown
themoonman

themoonman

17 years 9 months ago

the Natural...

embodiment of nature at it's most beautiful... yes.. this is well done! I just love how you belted her dress... wow is all I can say... loved this one Rett. Richard
Rett

Rett

17 years 9 months ago

Thank you Richard

I truly appreciate it. I actually combined two different poems I wrote to make this one and am a bit proud of it. Glad you enjoyed it. Respectfully, Rett: "The only thing observable with the naked eye to exceed the speed of light is rumor" Unknown
Linda Moses

Linda Moses

17 years 9 months ago

Rett

Very creative. I really enjoyed reading this. Good all the way through
Rett

Rett

17 years 9 months ago

Thank you Linda

I am very happy that you enjoyed it as I am quite proud of it. Much obliged. Respectfully, Rett: "The only thing observable with the naked eye to exceed the speed of light is rumor" Unknown
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W.C.Wampler

17 years 9 months ago

Sounds like quite a gal.

Which way does one turn, to turn their back on her? Anyway, I want to meet her MOM! wcw
Rett

Rett

17 years 9 months ago

*LOL* W.C.

Now THAT would be something huh! Glad you liked it. Respectfully, Rett: "The only thing observable with the naked eye to exceed the speed of light is rumor" Unknown
Bryan

Bryan

17 years 9 months ago

Nicely done

you may have just developed a new form (I better check my copy of Turco.) Bryan
Rett

Rett

17 years 9 months ago

Bryan, I appreciate it

It was something that actually happened on a whim. I had written two poems a couple of weeks apart and was trying to decide which to post and noticed they were similar and decided to see how they would work combined. Tried the first verse of each and it worked so ended up with this after a few minor adjustments. Glad you liked it. Respectfully, Rett: "The only thing observable with the naked eye to exceed the speed of light is rumor" Unknown
Rett

Rett

17 years 9 months ago

Thanks Jess

I really appreciate it and am very proud of it. I had never saw it done either, but it seems to have worked. Respectfully, Rett: "The only thing observable with the naked eye to exceed the speed of light is rumor" Unknown
weirdelf

weirdelf

16 years 10 months ago

was not a new form, of course,

did did some research, but it is so obscure you effectively re-invented it. That is part of the reason I respect a Conservative who should be my enemy, you are not entirely a conservative. Cheers, Jess "The political arena leaves one no alternative, one must either be a dunce or a rogue." Emma Goldman
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DarkinAZ

17 years 9 months ago

Awesome write!

I love how you did this! One small suggestion, READ IT BACKWARDS! It truly sounds the best backwards, to me anyway. Great Job My five star friend, Mark
Rett

Rett

17 years 9 months ago

Thanks Mark

But I think you are a sick sick person....*LOL* Just kidding. it even sounds good backward. Respectfully, Rett: "The only thing observable with the naked eye to exceed the speed of light is rumor" Unknown
Rett

Rett

17 years 9 months ago

Mark I read it again

and I really do think you're right. Reading the last stanza first, then the next and next, really does sound even better. Sheesh. Respectfully, Rett: "The only thing observable with the naked eye to exceed the speed of light is rumor" Unknown
Janice Pearce

Janice Pearce

17 years 9 months ago

Mother Nature's Child

Rett, I too, liked the sunbeam to belt her dress and silver stardust to paint her face. Beautiful work here Rett! "There's no trick to being a humorist when you have the whole government working for you." Will Rogers
Rett

Rett

17 years 9 months ago

Thank you Janice

I am very happy you enjoyed this one. It is kind of my pride and joy. Respectfully, Rett: "The only thing observable with the naked eye to exceed the speed of light is rumor" Unknown
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rider68

17 years 9 months ago

Unreal

I came looking and found a brilliant 3 in-one poem, Rett.....Mark is so right reading bottom up, works so well, You must be using that golden pen....thats the one we once talked about, when you and i first started to post, Kudos.....Sorry but thats all i can say, Brilliant..... Peter ~~~~~~~~~Creativity Is to think more efficiently~~~~~~~~~~
Rett

Rett

17 years 9 months ago

Thanks very much Peter

I truly appreciate it. I knew it was two complete poems, but Mark showed me a third facet of it and like you I was a bit shocked. I even learned something about my own poem. It was already my pride and joy and is even more so now. I remember the golden pen and I guess I was using it. but then again I think I may have borrowed it from you as you have hit some bang up ones lately. Respectfully, Rett: "The only thing observable with the naked eye to exceed the speed of light is rumor" Unknown
deelilah

deelilah

17 years 4 months ago

Hi Rett

You should be proud of this work. It seems so polished, written with a golden pen indeed. The fact it can be read so many ways, especially unusual that it holds together well even when read backwards, must be a tribute to the excellent use of rhythm and rhyme. But most of all, Nature's Child is probably giving her input from her place lost in your soul. I, for one, want to dream of silver horses. Absolutely delightful. Dee
Rett

Rett

17 years 4 months ago

Thank you so much Dee

I am more proud of this poem than any I have written. I worked and worked and worked on this one, then turned around and worked some more. It a way, the labor of love that went into this makes it my child, my crowning accomplishment as you will. *S* So very glad you liked it. I appreciate it no end. Respectfully, Rett: "Next time you think you're perfect, walk on water."
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W.C.Wampler

17 years 4 months ago

M.N.C.poem

R., The poem came up again, I comment again. Excellent work throughout. wcw
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Conect11

17 years 4 months ago

good stuff Rett,

you've given Mother Nature's Child, pardon the expression, a set of balls. (yeah, I know she's a chick, deal with it, lol!) I like the love / awe / wonder / power / sense of danger that you give her. There's a great poetic beat throughout the poem, though it tends to sputter in a couple of spots; not disastrously, a word here or there might help. (in reading it in my head I would add the occasional "be," or "a" or "and..." etc. to "keep the beat" for myself. All in all, though it's masterful and impressive. Mark W. "Not since the Houston Asylum Fire of '54 have I seen so many flaming crazies." ~Dan Rather, SNL Fringe Candidates Debate
Rett

Rett

17 years 4 months ago

Thank you Mark

Every time I think I have it perfect, I find some other tweak. Reading through it, you are right and I appreciate it. This thing has been a work of love for a long time now. *LOL* I like the term Mother Nature's Child with balls! *ROFLMAO* Oh yeah, she has them. She can be dangerous. Respectfully, Rett: "Next time you think you're perfect, walk on water."
Race_9togo

Race_9togo

17 years 4 months ago

This one's real good

awesome forwards, backwards, split up and sideways Respectfully Jim "Laws and rules don't kill freedom: narrow-minded intolerance does" : Race
Rett

Rett

17 years 4 months ago

Thanks Jim

It is a bit of an oddity. Not sure if I can ever repeat it. Respectfully, Rett: "Next time you think you're perfect, walk on water."
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Wafi

17 years 4 months ago

Rett

Loved this different and creative write of you.. Starssssssssssssss Sincerely, Wafi
Rett

Rett

17 years 4 months ago

Thank you Wafi

Seems like every time I think this one if down the best I can get it, something else is found that improves it. Respectfully, Rett: "Next time you think you're perfect, walk on water."
weirdelf

weirdelf

17 years 4 months ago

Janice is the best comnent I seen you give.,

You are becoming a valuble member of this site. I have been cruel to you, I am sorry, but I see that you are growing and learning. Please don't think I am patronising, I respect that you are trying and learning. With respect, Jess
Eduardo Cruz

Eduardo Cruz

17 years 4 months ago

Rett,

all I can say is genius, masterful, you have out done yourself!! thanks, Eddie
Rett

Rett

17 years 4 months ago

Thanks Eddie

I have had lots of help over the time I have been here and this one has gone though a constant evolution to get to where it is. Each time I think it is finally the best it can be, someone else comes along and makes a suggestion that improves it. That is why I love this place! Respectfully, Rett: "Next time you think you're perfect, walk on water."
Debra Bryant

Debra Bryant

17 years 4 months ago

Well Rett..

I think you have outdone yourself! A beautiful poem what ever way one chooses to read it! This is so brilliantly done that I can't really say I have a favorite stanza or line, it all works together so well! Bravo! 5+ stars! Sincerely; Debbie
Rett

Rett

17 years 4 months ago

Thank you Debbie

I appreciate it. This has been a joy to write and each time someone has made a suggestion, it has added more to it. My sincere thanks! Respectfully, Rett: "Next time you think you're perfect, walk on water."
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Lonnie

17 years 4 months ago

A joy to read, Rett!

Excellent writing, as always! You seem to outdo yourself with each new poem you come out with, and this one is no exception! Fantastic flow, mesmerizing imagery, and that subtle touch of humor that is truly your own! Kudos, my friend!
Rett

Rett

17 years 4 months ago

Thank you Lonnie

It means a lot to me especially coming from someone who is as good at verse and stanza as you Are. My deepest heartfelt appreciation for your kind comments. Respectfully, Rett: "Next time you think you're perfect, walk on water."
Tonya

Tonya

17 years 4 months ago

I absolutely love this poem.

I absolutely love this poem. Appointing personality to any aspect of nature is one of my favorite things to do. Rarely do I comment on proper structure or the rights or wrongs of what may or may not be proper. I read poetry for enjoyment and tend to lean towards the less abstract. I think abstract makes my brain work too hard. Although there are some really good ones around. The way you have portrayed Mother Natures Child definitely makes me think of a precocious, mischievous, spoiled, I'll do what I want, totally unresistable female. I think the work is excellent! ;) ~Tonya
Rett

Rett

17 years 4 months ago

Thank you Tonya

As I stated earlier, there have been numerous suggestions on this that has helped improve the readability and I am grateful for it. I also, am very grateful for the nice comments you have given me and I am very glad you enjoyed this. You also, have a pretty good grasp of what I was portraying. Respectfully, Rett: "Next time you think you're perfect, walk on water."
Morgana Tragic Proprietress

Morgana Tragic…

17 years 1 month ago

Wowie

Rett, one could read this poem upside down, forwards, backwards...who cares??? It's freaking amazing either way you read it!!!!!!!! Holy bejesus!!!!! Officially one of my faves from Rett...LOL Peace n Love Katie Go Live & Get Rewarded
Rett

Rett

17 years 1 month ago

*LOL* uh, but do you like it?

Sorry katie, I couldn't resist it. Thank you very very much. I am extremely glad you enjoyed it. It is a bit unique. Respectfully, Rett: "A Democracy can withstand anything but Democrats." Robert A. Heinlein For the sake of children, read this. http://www.neopoet.com/node/19905