LA BELLE VIE

A near perfect life

LA BELLE VIE

Feather friends

a silhouette of

affinity and free will

in a denuded tree

Sky’s mood drab, chilly

undeterred by elements

soft plumes invite warmth 

In the unruffled space of life

They ponder their swarm south

to a snug spot of jungle trees

where green leaves envelop

and thick, moist air

allures harmony

“La belle Vie” one chirps

“Life is untainted up here”

Reviews

[Stuart Munro]

Draws my mind into resemblance of moments I knew , very good written poetry
It affected my emotions to an unmeasured degree

[Betty Hermelee]

Thank you for a fine review Stuart!
Best, B

[Stuart Munro]

It’s been an enjoyable read , Betty

[Marvin Thomas Cox-Flynn..]

Nice thoughts on the ever changing seasons and all that Nature entails ...

Marvin Thomas Cox-Flynn de Graham

[Betty Hermelee]

Thank you Marvin for your lovely thoughts on nature, much appreciated.
Best, B & HAPPY HOLIDAYS!

[Fran Marie]

Birds seem to have that special
camaraderie between them
they instinctively know where
and. when together to fly south
and nature accommodates them
to their warm destinations
love your ending couplet..

Nicely done

[Betty Hermelee]

Thank you Fran for your lovely review
Happy Holidays!!
Best, B

[Chris Shaw]

You know Betty, our avian friends certainly know how to get along with each other. Also undeterred by the weather, they still thrill us with their birdsong. Nicely composed lines dear friend. All the best to you.

Chris

[Betty Hermelee]

Thank you dear Chris, I had fun writing it!
Best to you,
B

[W. Barrett Munn]

Yes and yes and yes and yes. A free verse sonnet. Wonderfully crafted. I wonder if you followed a syllable count of if it simply flowed this way. You even offer the turn in going south. And the final couplet divine.
This is poetry. It doesn't (and is not suppoed to be) ask to be totally understood, only enjoyed.

Winston

[Betty Hermelee]

Thank you profusely Winston!!! This just flowed out of my mind..... you compliment is much appreciated!!!
Best, B

[Scott Kris]

It certainly seems some lives are enchanted. And, the enchantment is great while it lasts.
Maybe seeing such beauty is our way of creating our own enchantment for just a little while.

I enjoyed the poetry.
Thank you for sharing.

[Betty Hermelee]

You’re very welcome Scott!

[John the Baptist]

I wonder if birds look at us with the same type of envy.

[Betty Hermelee]

I think they like it up there! Thanks for your review John!
Best, B

[Patricia Wedel]

dear Betty… we are a bit tainted on earth… our feathered friends find solace in the Air where clouds provide a view of Heaven … However, the River flows as we grow older and bolder… Be Brave and enjoy the sunrise of tomorrow. tenderly, Pat

[Betty Hermelee]

Thank you dear Pat for your sweet poetic review!
Truly, B

[willweb]

Bird I believe are one of the greatest gifts we have been given by nature. To watch them flitter about the branches. They seem to be having so much fun but I am sure there is a sense of purpose involved as well. Their colors are vibrant, their songs melodious and their beauty unsurpassed. I have so many different types of bird just on my property. I love watching the owls and it seems they enjoy watching me as well. I love your poem, it is a beautiful testament to these wonderful creatures.

[Betty Hermelee]

A lovely review Will, much appreciated!
Best, B