Set your mind free

If only a dream

were the path to the future,

where crickets and toadstools

began the parade

If storks in the sky

were a common occurrence

and lemonade grew

in the cool summer shade

If roads led to villages

covered in daisies,

while rivers and streams

glistened bright in the sun

And heartache was more of a

forgotten notion,

as each day appeared

and was so much more fun

Where chimneys all smoked

but had no fear of cancer

and skies were so blue

you could paint with a brush

And sea captains danced

on a wave of approval,

while sailing so slow

you could not feel the rush

Where moonbeams of sherbet

made custard on Sundays

and tables were set

in the fanciest fare

And doors were unlocked

as the neighbors were knocking,

along with their dogs

and a nice rocking chair

If only a dream

were the path to the future,

our minds could control

every place we did go

It’s all up to you

how this world comes to happen,

just set your mind free

of the worries that flow

Reviews

[emmajoygreen]

Here it all is, your guaranteed fine meter, a feast of scenes and dreams, times full of happiness - just like this,

'If roads led to villages
covered in daisies,
while rivers and streams
glistened bright in the sun

And heartache was more of a
forgotten notion,
as each day appeared
and was so much more fun'

Why not, bring it on and beg it stay! Many thanks for sharing, willweb.

[Pete]

if only it were that simple. some great lines served up with double scoops and sprinkles. oh what a world it could be ... :)

[willweb]

Thanks Pete, glad you stopped by and enjoyed what you read.

[Lydia Shutter]

Wish it were that easy, Will. Such a lilting, lovely write. The images were meant for fairy tales! Sea captains dancing on a wave of approval....fantastic line. I loved the rhyme scheme and the way the poem flowed. Excellent, Will! Lydi**

[willweb]

Thank you so very much Lydi. I appreciate your visit.