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 ................ ♥

[kitty]

Sentiments so true ...weak at the knees, just don't know what to do. Hearts in a patter, mad as a hatter a wench is all ado. This poem has the power to transport a reader to that gorgeous world of youthfulness, gaiety and fun filled 'better' days/ways. There is also a certain sadness/nostalgia of beauty beheld. Wildflowers are inexpensive but hold a certain beauty and charm to the beholder. Was driving through the country the other day and saw a bank of 'cultivated' wildflowers ~ was something to behold! Thank you for sharing this adorable and humble creation ... Puts expensive orchids and other flowers in the shade.

[Richard🖌]

In the world of flowers, Dear Lady Kitty,
There is such an endless array to mystify our eyes and souls, to bless the enthralling wonderment of our very lives.
To me, there is little more inspiring and beautiful than clumps or seas of wildflowers in a glen or on a mountainside … dancing to the rhythmic rush and flow, the rise and fall, of an undulating Springtime breeze.

See how sweetly you inspire me! : )
Warmest thanks, M'Lady Faire! ⁓ Richard 🍃

[kitty]

I agree here. Pleasure is always mine in things involving the beauty of nature. M'lord!

[Coyote Poetry]

A amazing and beautiful poem my friend.
"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."
I liked the complete poem and the ending above. Wonderful. Thank you for sharing the amazing poetry.
Coyote

[Richard🖌]

Thank you truly and sincerely, Brother John!
When an accomplished peer thrusts such high enjoyment and praise upon one of my humble efforts, using adjectives like Amazing, beautiful, and wonderful, I am amply assured I've done something correct to deserve such inspiring accolades.

You really know how let a poet know they've done well and are appreciated … and, that, My Friend, is a skill of sincere generosity and kindness all its own … bless you, John, for blessing me! ⁓ Richard : )

[Coyote Poetry]

You are welcome my friend. This poem is perfect.

[Richard🖌]

"Sighhh … !"

[Ardra]

The gesture of picking wild flowers for your loved one shows the pain you are ready to take for her... :)

Buying flowers off shop is easier doesn't require much effort...

So it's a beautiful way to show how much you care and want her...
I was reading your poem and a lady walked past me carrying a bouquet of flowers :)

I loved this poem ..:)

[Richard🖌]

What a most wonderful way to begin my day, with a wonderful review of lovely Springtime sentiments from a beautiful Poetess … how dearly I love it ✨

Thank you ever-so warmly, Dear Ria ⁓ Richard

[Ardra]

Heheh
:p that made me blush hahah...
The poem is very beautiful :) am glad I came across it...

[Richard🖌]

Me, too! ⁓😊⁓

[Renée]

I did enjoy your poem, the subject was so sweet.. thank you for leading me to it... ( :

[Richard🖌]

Thank you, Dear Renée,
Your brief, yet, rewarding review of this romantic little piece is most appreciated.

You are warmly welcome, Renée … most grateful hugs to you! ⁓ Richard

[Renée]

Once in a blue moon, when I read poetry, my mind creates a response. It happened with this sweet poem, but I chose not to leave it . ( :

[Richard🖌]

Gosh, Renée,
How I would love to know what your mind created from this endearing piece, M'Lady … perhaps, you might message it to me; I sure would love to hear anything from You. : )

[Cryingkate]

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

Another of my favorite lines of yours.
Did you know, your poems makes woman cry?

Or is it just me?

[Richard🖌]

Thank you, Dear Kate, for your lovely words of emotional involvement and inspiring praise.
You, indeed, reward and encourage me to reach deeper to compose and please those who come to partake of my humble efforts, and "no", dear lady, I did not know my poetry makes women cry, but I am glad it is you who appreciates this lovely verse of gentle romance enough to.

Warmest hugs 'n blessings to you! ⁓ Richard

[Cryingkate]

A Soul curtsy to you

[Richard🖌]

Thank you again, Kate. : )

[Anna James]

Oh Monsieur, this is quite amazing. A poem made to feel, it is full of emotions. Two things Im asking Lord, to have someone like the man in the poem someday and to be as good as the author of this.

[Richard🖌]

Thank you, Anna!
Your words both warm and reward me for my earnest efforts to compose and please.
Yes, this man is quite the good kind, the kind I wish I were, especially in that you'd ask have him as your own.
I can imagine no more wonderful or genuinely gracious praise than for you to ask to be as good a poet as me … I am so truly humbled and thankful, Anna! ⁓ Richard

[Anna James]

This make me smile a lot after reading. You are most welcome Monsieur!

[Richard🖌]

It makes me dance inside with happiness, Anna, to know I've made you smile. ; )

[Audrey Murray]

a very lovely love poem it has a easy gentle cadence and i can see you walking past the formal flower shop and out to where the wild flowers are waiting for you

[Richard🖌]

Audrey,
What a lovely little review of praise and appreciation for this romantic, heart-flipping little piece you gifted … I love all you've said, and I am so happy you found this one and decided to read and comment on it for me. : )
You're a sweet and lovely lady, and I warmly and gratefully thank you so very much! ⁓ Richard

[Mukul]

Assonance that you have availed to
Are perfectly
Maintain it with more rhythmic

[Richard🖌]

Thank you, Mukul, for selecting this romantic piece to read and comment on, and for your advice.
read moreThank you, Mukul, for selecting this romantic piece to read and comment on, and for your advice.
The easy rhythm is found in the 2nd and 4th 8-count lines of each verse, the 1st and 3rd 10-count lines expressing the gist of each moment.
Blessings, my friend! ⁓ Richard

[jacob erin-cilberto]

i think this speaker has the most important things to give...a humble self, and love.

beautiful piece, Rascal.

[Richard🖌]

Jacob, My Friend,
Your reviews are always filled with a sense of understanding, appreciation, and encouraging praise, and you always leave us with your valuable touch in commentary.

Thank you, Jacob, so very much! 〜 Richard

[Valentine]

This is very beautiful. One of the best I have read on here in some time. Into my favorites list it goes. It reminded me of something my husband said to me before he passed away. Thank you..Valentine

[Richard🖌]

Oh, Kathie!
You bless me with your lovely countenance and gifts of praise and appreciation.read moreOh, Kathie!
You bless me with your lovely countenance and gifts of praise and appreciation.
Your little personal sharing gave my heart a swooning turn and bade an interest to know the words … perhaps, in a message. How very sweet and encouraging to know such an accomplished and revered poetess (as You) would include this humble little piece to her favorites … you've made me blush, and softly, warmly smile all through … thank you, Dear Kathie, hugs to you! 〜 Richard