Longing to hear

Longing to hear 

 

~ 
 
She strolled quietly through a field of whispering poppies 
longing to hear what they were saying 
A soft murmur rose from colorful petals swaying in the 
cool breeze flowing softly through her light blonde hair 
Mesmerized by the vibrant pastels surrounding her, 
she spun around with outstretched arms 
The midday sun glistened in her happy eyes 
as blooming faces turned to follow her every move 
She blushed when she noticed, 
they blushed at her beauty 
Smiling, she whispered to herself as she 
continued her stroll through the field 
The poppies stood quiet 
longing to hear what she was saying 
 
~ 

Reviews

[John the Baptist]

Makes me think of "In Flanders Fields," though that is a memorial and this a romance. Poppies seem to have a certain appeal to the human imagination. Of course, there are those poppies in the east, but we'll not mention what uses they have.

[willweb]

Thanks John. Poppies are sort of a surprise when they bloom out of nowhere. Some consider them weeds, other's wonderful flowers. I am a part of the wonderful flowers group.

[Poems]

I enjoyed it very much. I have a similar one, though not as vivid as this beautiful poem.

[willweb]

Thanks so much. I am happy you liked this.

[living lavender]

if this is about someone in your life.
she {seen through your eyes} is breathtaking.
her beauty captured in this poem. lovely.

[willweb]

I think all poems are about people in our lives, whether present or in the past...at least that is how I see it. Thanks so much for your visit and nice comment. I truly appreciate your time.

[Soren]

A mesmerizing read. Although poppies, I had images of Sting's "Fields of Gold" especially as sung by Eva Cassidy.
"She strolled quietly through a field of whispering poppies
longing to hear what they were saying "
"The poppies stood quiet
longing to hear what she was saying "
Hear the opening and closing two lines tie it all together as the bread while the beauty of the meat inbetween makes for a wonderful sandwich. Very satisfying Will

[willweb]

Instantly that song has found my mind and is playing on a loop deep inside the clutter. I am not familiar with the Eva version but absolutely a huge Sting fan and can hear it perfectly

[Soren]

You should take a listen to her cover, after hearing it Sting said the song was not his anymore.

[willweb]

I'll do that.

[Pete]

quite the beauty contest you've got going on here. if you wanted to take her out, you'd probably have to buy her some flowers so they both come with a cost attached. very nice, clever bit of poetry ... :)

[willweb]

Thanks Pete. Glad you stopped by. Yep, flowers do add to the night. : )

[Stella Armour]

Whispering poppies , i can imagine them leaning into each other and swaying a little.
Her shyness when she sees them blushing for her is just lovely :).
Gorgeous imagery as always from you Will .... love it.

[willweb]

Thank you so much. I am happy you liked this.

[Stella Armour]

I always enjoy reading your work Will, and i have to say it gets better and better .... :)