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Love Given, Is Returned

The Weeping Willow

By Kelli Sheckler-AmsdenPublished 3 years ago Updated 3 years ago 1 min read
Love Given, Is Returned
Photo by Nitish Kadam on Unsplash

The moon had a visitor last evening

The willow wept, “I feel so alone”

“Seems every promise given, is attached with a string,

I want to love a family of my own”

*

The moon took a moment to thoughtfully respond

He said, “willow, you are loved, beyond measure

Your reflection has completely enamored the pond

Your beauty ripples on his surface like a treasure.”

*

The wind chimed in with a soft, cool breeze

Causing her leaves and limbs to rise and gently sway

Whispering; “you exude love and beauty elegantly with ease

Everything you love, comes back to you, to stay.”

*

The willow felt the freedom in her movement

Such joy enveloped everything she was

She thanked the wind and moon both, for their patience

And loving her for her, with all her flaws

*

“I happily shine down on all my family

To illuminate and cover you in love

Whenever you need to feel closer to me

Raise your branches to the sky above.”

nature poetry

About the Creator

Kelli Sheckler-Amsden

Telling stories my heart needs to tell <3 life is a journey, not a competition

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  • Ash Taylor3 years ago

    very beautiful, i love it

  • Test3 years ago

    nice imagery- the personified pieces work very well. flows!

  • Paul Stewart3 years ago

    Crikey...this is beautiful. Love it, Kelli!

  • Moe Radosevich3 years ago

    down right beautiful yes 😀

  • Cathy holmes3 years ago

    Oh my. that is gorgeous. Well done

  • nice images of kindness

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