Bells-of-Ireland

Along side Foxglove and snapdragon

As we wander this land of ours... 

we see footsteps of our ancestors from afar...  

as if following a star... 

from Hungary and Ireland and 

many countries with 

cultures of their own... 

They gladly learn our ways 

and language too 

with tulips from The Netherlands 

we love and plant in Autumn... 

Church bells and synagogues 

along with others are welcome... 

Reviews

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A multicultural Ireland.....a nice vision indeed.

As much as we all want to integrate into each other's countries and culture's, the sad fact is that some immigrants fail to adapt to and adopt the culture of the country they choose to live in. It is sad, but a true fact. And that is where dissension arises from.

Your write is hopeful and well expressed. I just hope your message is adopted in all its entirety in this pivotal day and age.

[Patricia Wedel]

dear Doodley... thank you for leaving your
thoughts on other cultures. If we only had more
space and resources to sustain our country. We must have legal immigration. We live in a time when
terrorists are a real concern, and we must protect our borders. A truly, Pat

[Ruth]

This is so wonderful :) I would love to see such a beautiful place that is steeped in such amazing beauty and meaningful history, delightful Pat :)

[Patricia Wedel]

dear Poppy Ruth... It is amazing that people are
refugees looking for a safe harbor... It is our prayer that we can be an Instrument of God's peace. Amen
truly, Pat

[Writer at last! Sky ~]

How simply and beautifully you have expressed the feelings about love for our ancestors and our land. I really enjoyed the read.

[Patricia Wedel]

dear Sky... I am fascinated with the different cultures in our world. It has enriched our lives in many ways.
If only wars were not part of our existence. However, we try to love
each other as much as possible. I appreciate your gentle review. truly, Pat

[Writer at last! Sky ~]

So true. Your most welcome Pat :)

[Cyprian Van Dyke]

I love this poem, it has a great perspective, but also imagery and feeling, that really lets the reader sound down what's happening into their heart. Thank you for sharing this!

[Patricia Wedel]

dear Cyprian... I appreciate your review. We can only obey laws and
Hope that we can help those who
seek a better way of life while we try to make our country great in ways that can create jobs and permit us to live in a peaceful country. truly, Pat

[Cyprian Van Dyke]

Beautifully said. :)

[Tom]

If we delve back far enough we'll find we're all from the same stock, so embrace our fellow brothers & sisters and treat folk how we would wish to be treated ourselves !

A fine cultured piece of writing Patricia!

[Patricia Wedel]

dear Tom... I appreciate your review. We all have a "Spirit" and a "Soul". We all have a smile and often laugh. We all have tears as we face our fears. We all
can love. truly, Pat

[Tom]

Indeed so Pat, indeed so..

[mattavelli]

Hello, Pat! :)
This is lovely and sentimental. We're a mix. I suppose a we could be called a nice bouquet of cultures. My mother is making pfeffernusse. The holidays smell like anise. Ya, I've got food on my mind. Haha

[Patricia Wedel]

dear Matt... I just took time to "Google" Pfeffernusse cookies. I love the spice anise. I will be making these cookies for the Holidays. My heritage is Hungarian. I love the Hungarian cabbage rolls and their pastries are delicious... with poppy seeds.
I will be reading your poetry as time goes by. I hope my grandchildren discover the art of poetry. I appreciate your charming review of my poem,
Bells-of-Ireland. truly, Pat

[Jennie Baron]

Sami's review is a hard act to follow but I want to add my voice to his. This is a wonderful testament to America's blending of immigrants' experiences into a shared experiences, combining the best of each culture. We need this in such a divisive time, especially with Thanksgiving near. Thanks for such a wonderful poem.

[Patricia Wedel]

dear Jennie... It is important to have our borders
protected and immigration should be legal, in order to
keep terrorists and criminals from infiltrating our cities.
We are a country that has blended and contributed to the
doctrines of invention and propriety. truly, Pat

[Jennie Baron]

Yes indeed.

[Sami Khalil]

We all came from different countries and backgrounds. We all shared our humanity , yearnings and flowery dreams for the future. I hate that countries are filled with fear and anxiety which is used by politicians to score points or advance agendas. Majority of the immigrants have lost so many and they are becoming a political ping pong so to speak. The blame game never ends. The suffering is continuous. An excellent write with a message...:::))))

[Patricia Wedel]

dear Sami... I appreciate your review of
Bells-of-Ireland. So many people in beed
of kindness. truly, Pat

[Sami Khalil]

Yep. You are welcome kindly....:::))))

[Paul Bell]

It's a fast moving world. Filling up fast. But we're all Jock Tamson's bairns.

[Patricia Wedel]

dear Paul... The fiddle in us all... we contribute
to the music, including the lowlands of Scotland..
Thanks for your charming review and education
too. I googled Jock Tamson's bairns. truly, Pat

[Lydia Shutter]

Yes, we are a melting pot. Our parents and grandparents were so happy to come to the USA. I hope we are always welcoming to legal immigrants...not illegal ones. The imagery in your poetry is always lovely. I enjoyed this poem. Lydi**