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On Hooves of Frost

In Dawn's Embrace, We Ride

By Amanda AlexanderPublished 2 years ago Updated 2 years ago 1 min read
Runner-Up in Villanelle Challenge
Horseback Riding in a Winter Forest

In dawn's embrace, on hooves of frost, we ride.

Through winter's breath, where silver branches gleam,

A dance with shadows on the snow-clad tide.

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The crisp exhale of morning air does guide.

As steeds prance on, beneath the sun's first beam

In dawn's embrace, on hooves of frost, we ride.

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Beneath a sky where azure hues reside

Our spirits soar, like echoes of a dream

A dance with shadows on the snow-clad tide.

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The world unfolds, a canvas far and wide.

Our hearts entwined with every rhythmic scheme.

In dawn's embrace, on hooves of frost, we ride.

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The silence speaks, our joy we cannot hide.

On winding trails, where memories redeem

A dance with shadows on the snow-clad tide.

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With every stride, a tale of freedom's pride

A bond unbroken, as the seasons teem.

In dawn's embrace, on hooves of frost, we ride.

A dance with shadows on the snow-clad tide.

nature poetry

About the Creator

Amanda Alexander

Amanda Alexander is a homesteader whose passions are her ranch and the performing arts. When she's not working on her ranch or as an audio engineer and sound designer, you can find her hanging with her family or writing prose and poetry.

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  • Alison McBain2 years ago

    You painted a beautiful picture with your words.

  • Congratulations !

  • Dana Crandell2 years ago

    This has a very "old-world" air. Loved it! Congratulations on placing!

  • D.K. Shepard2 years ago

    Congrats! The repeated lines and meter worked so well with your topic! It reminded me of rhythmic hooves in snow.

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