Wildflowers ⁓ (endearing)

Quatrains (in 10/8 count, abcb, defe, etc; rhyme scheme … hope you enjoy)

       Wildflowers ~

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   Oft’ slow I'll pass by the Olde Flower Shop,

   adore each delightful bouquet,

   considering you'd most surely love one,

   but I lack the coinage to pay.

   Hang then my head low in sorrowful shame,

   strolling sadly on down the road ...

   knowing how I have once more let you down,

   and it's not so easy a load.

   Money troves in the bank, nor great riches,

   not likely I'll own very much;

   yet, all I have to give is yours, my love ...

   I'm not very handsome, as such.

   My eyes dimmer, too ... tho, still just as blue;

   this old heart beats warmly and strong,

   while all the time, my thought’s dwelling on You,

   I know they're there ~ where they belong.

   I dream of being your deserving man,

   days in-love you'll smile upon me;

   all the world alive in its lovely glow,

   my spirit soars higher and free.

   There 'long the roadside...hopeful, they beckon,

   their colors so vividly strong,

   in the breeze, lovely wildflowers dancing;

   like You ~ in my heart they belong.

   There are so many, they beg to be picked,

   but I’m not that greedy a guy,

   softly caressing the textures of each,

   grateful hands agree with the eye.

   With bounty held close, aromas so sweet,

   no wider smile my face has known.

   No vase yet received a lovelier treat,

   nor flora from God's fields e’er grown.

   It's said I'm not all that much to look at,

   my body is not quite as buff;

   my hair's thinned-out now, all silver 'n grey,

   and my love is never enough.

   Yet, I'll strive to be a more worthy man

   with money enough that you'll know,

   I can afford the most gorgeous bouquet

   a man's hand did ever bestow.

   Down on my knees, I'll present it with love,

   while begging your forgiveness, too ...

   that I'm not up to par, lacking by far,

   but I'll try my heart out for You.

   Meanwhile, darling dear, I hope You can hear

   the soft urging beat of my heart.

   It's murmuring to You, "Please, accept true,

   these Wildflowers ~ as a new start."

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                    Richard W. Jenkins

                       © 11 June 2011

               Writer's Contest Winner

                            

           Nature Poetry Contest Winner

Author's Note

One from the archives.

Critical reviews are always welcome. : )

Reviews

[J. J. Nightingale]

Beautiful, soft ..

" ..lovely wildflowers dancing; like You ~ in my heart they belong."

I don't know if this is fiction ..or a memory related..

Either way, it touches my heart .. and I imagine how I would have felt
being wooed in such a sweet, and heart-full manner..............

Jazz

[Richard🖌]

There is one thing I know for certain, Jazz,
Your review cuts through the surface and soaks to the core, like a warming breeze that knows no bounds, and your gentle, feminine voice rings sweet upon the ear.

Almost all my poems are from imagination, unless comments say otherwise, and most assuredly I love how this one effects you so nicely … and, I can imagine you being wooed as romantically heartfelt as you feel this one is. : )

Hug you with blessing all over for enriching my moment with such sweetness! ~ Richard

[J. J. Nightingale]

You are most welcome ................ ♥

[Poetic Beauty]

Money doesn’t make happiness nor love. Beauty is in the eyes of someone that can see deeper beneath outer appearance.

I love the idea of picking wild flowers as a bouquet gift. All the colors and shapes God made

[Richard🖌]

Ahhh, Dear PB 🌺

No more vibrantly powerful words of wisdom and truthful understanding have been spoken … you've the heart and soul of a true romantic.

Thank you ever-so warmly for sharing this one with me.
Wildflowers galore for your lovely self! ⁓ Richard 🍃

[Poetic Beauty]

I can be a bit of a romantic when the mood suits me lol

[Richard🖌]

This, Dear Poetiss, I truly believe. ; )

[Firebird]

Wild flowers are the most beautiful of all. You wear your heart on your sleeve in this poem and I wish you all the best.

[Richard🖌]

The "best" is how you've made me feel, Dear Poetess 🍂

How delightfully sweet it is we agree on our flower choices … such a warm inspirational thought.
How right you are, too, M'Lady … the humble sleeve-worm heart of this imagined suitor guided my olde pen ever-so gently.

With my most grateful hugs of thanks! ⁓ Richard 🍃

[Firebird]

Smiling now

[Haley]

Wow, Richard this is so beautifully written and so soft and caring. For me it really speaks to how much to give in a relationship while also not putting a number on it. Flowers are beautiful and a way to show your love, but I know that I prefer experiences or memories with someone anytime!

[Richard🖌]

Thank you, Haley 🥀

Your wonderfully expressed sentiments and words of knowing appreciation speak volumes about the depths of your own tenderly romantic heart and soul.

With warmest hugs 'n blessings! ⁓ Richard 🍃

[Audrey M.]

I've never read anything more gorgeous and heartfelt in all my life. Lovely just simply lovely. Thank you for sharing this

[Richard🖌]

Dear Audrey 🌼

Your words are as sweet and mellow as the bouquet of Magnolia blossoms in bloom on a warm, sunny day.

Thank you, Fine Lady-Poet for reading and commenting with such poetically lovely, inspiring acclaim! ⁓ Richard 🍃

[Garrett Leatherman]

I liked how the vocabulary of this one read more smoothly than your others ones. It had a lighter feel, but perhaps you did that on purpose to match the romantic, tender feel of the piece.

[Richard🖌]

G'day, Syr Garett 😃

Thank you so much for your attentive reviews … I feel a bit blessed.
To explain the format of this work: Often, I'll use the analogy of music to define poetry. For instance, just as there is a note, melody, rhythm, beat, etc; in music that combines to best, most aptly, accurately, or closely expresses the musician's desired feel, emotion, imagery, mood, and so forth. In poetry there are words, forms, syntax, articulation, etc; that best express the artist's/writer's intent. In effect, there is an "exact poetic form" that is best suited to deliver/express the desired message, ambiance, nuance, timbre, etc; in the exact manner intended. This is the most important aspect of why a well-rounded poetess or poet will have studied and learned and mastered a wide variety of forms. The broader the education, the more capable and skilled the writer at conveying their exact desired intent … in getting their message across, and simply put, more highly enjoying their craft and their well-earned capability of reaching others with their exact intent.
Yes, the way this is formatted is intentional in delivering the romantic, sentimentally gentle mood, ambiance, emotion, and message … and, the best part is that most anyone with potential can learn to do it. : )

Yeah, I know … blah-blah-blah! 🤪 Isn't poetry wonderful?'
Thanks again, M'Friend, for all your interesting reviews! ⁓ Richard 🍃

[Garrett Leatherman]

Thank you for the educational comment! As a musician myself I found it particularly easy to connect and understand the relationship between music and poetry as you described it.

[Richard🖌]

Somehow,
I felt confident you'd relate … otherwise, why waste the time, eh? : )

[Anni Pon]

Wildflowers can be even more beautiful than from a store. I like the rhyming scheme, it's lyrical and flows very well. I see a lot of romantic poetry in your gallery and I'd be curious to see some other subjects as well from you!

[Richard🖌]

Good Sunday morn, Lady Anni ☀️

Thank you most gratefully for your positive take on this tender little verse to hopeful romance, and for your expressed praise.
Yes, it's true, I am a romantic at heart, who also writes on a wide variety of topics, in many various poetic forms.
Thumb through my portfolio to enjoy anything your lovely heart desires.

I warmly welcome you to the Café, and wish you a most beautifully fulfilling 2021 ⁓ Richard 🍃

[light and ashes]

All some women want is a man with a good heart that understands them. Not all are of us are so hard to please. Good write.....with a little bit of aching heart. I enjoyed it.

[Richard🖌]

Greetings, Lovely-hearted Poetess 💐

Your warmly enlightening words awaken the gentle side of my manliness, encouraging me into womanly closeness.
Thank you for your praise, for sharing sweet emotion, for reading my humble effort to write for and please you, and mostly for enjoying.

A beautiful review … most grateful hugs! ⁓ Richard 🍃

[light and ashes]

You're welcome. :) What a chivalrist reply.

[Richard🖌]

You are warmly welcome,
Through a woman ⁓ flows life's vital breath.☀️

[light and ashes]

I agree. We are awesome creatures. :)
Have an awesome year ahead.

[prema]

when I read the poem I am reminded of the scent of wild flowers lingering while driving through forest area . another nice poem from you sir instilling freshness in the person who read it

[Richard🖌]

Beautifully expressed, Lady Prema 😌

The manner in which you express how you relate to this rather humble little effort touches warmly.

Your appreciative praise is truly gracious and inspiring … thank you! most gratefully ⁓ Richard 🍃

[Susan 🦋]

How beautifully love expressed in humble gratitude, that even the wildflowers of the heart... dance. A glimpse into a moment so pure and true, and the hope of love eternal. Just a lovely read this afternoon. Thank you Richard. 🌾

[Richard🖌]

Thank you ever-so warmly, Dear Susan 🌺

I'm enjoying the new addition of a red hibiscus to your name … a quite lovely pleasantry, indeed.😊
I am truly grateful for your inspiring words of warmth, tenderness, and understanding … they let me know we've connected in a truly meaningful way.

You are most welcome … I thank You, as-well.
Bless you, Lovely Lady-Poet, ever and a day⁓ Richard 🍃