Foxtail Orchid

Tribute to British born Bangladeshi poet,Thomas Ansell

Once I saw orchid plants on an old mango tree
Plump leaves and velamen grew in spree
Some inflorescence of orchid swayed in air
The  tree seemed like a house full of care

The orchid spikes were shaped like tails of fox
They had tiny flowers resembling phlox
The beauty of the flowers was beyond my expression
Wild foxtail orchid became my passion

I wondered how the wild orchid would  survive in home
Pulled down one plant and carried it to my room
Planned to grow this in the captive condition
Thought of all  means for domestication

Put the plant in a perfect pot
Set it under the cornice at a lovely spot
Supplied precise food and adequate water
Arranged sunshine and air with great care

An elegant spike of orchid peeped one day
It grew longer and  wind made it sway
Honeybees flew and hummed their song
I enjoyed  the magic all day long

I felt its beauty should be shared before it dries
I thought of my mentor who inspired me by advice
He came from Britain and chose to live here
He wrote poems and worked in a newspaper

Thomas Ansell was the poet who won my heart
His poems bloomed like orchid on the lovely plant
I offered the wonderful plant to the gentleman
He took it gladly their and then

A divine smile  spread across his face
I felt his  beauty and winning grace
The unsung poet who loved my country
Lived like orchid plant on a large  tree

Reviews

[Prritiy]

The orchid spikes were shaped like tails of fox
They had tiny flowers resembling phlox
The beauty of the flowers was beyond my expression
Wild foxtail orchid became my passion

Thomas Ansell was the poet who won my heart
His poems bloomed like orchid on the lovely plant
I offered the wonderful plant to the gentleman
He took it gladly their and then

its simply--beautiful, a write full of love for nature and for fellow being too.

[Prritiy]

He took it gladly their and then
shouldn't it be 'there' in the above line?

[zainul]

Hi Prritiy,
You might have recited the piece while writing this piece.
Yes,it is a tribute for my mentor Thomas Ansell and through him to all poets and writers across the world.
Thank you for stopping by to grace this piece.

[Prritiy]

yes i did recite it while reading :)
the pleasure is mine :)

[zainul]

Thanks for the favor,dear friend.
You are quite energetic.
Would you open another window in Youtube with recitation of your own poems and others you love?
I am sure you can.:)
Would you open another

[Prritiy]

i don't think i can recite well :)
so nice of you to say so :) Thankyou.

[zainul]

You may try with one and upload in Youtube.
I will watch it.Myself and others will give feedback.
Please take this project from today.

[Prritiy]

i will see if i can no promises especially for today :)

[zainul]

o....................................................................................................k.:)

[Prritiy]

:) .................

[Lexi Richard]

Impeccably written, the flow is lovely, as are the details. This paints a picture in my head so precise and perfect, it's quite astounding how well you can illustrate images in your poems. Well penned.

[zainul]

Hello Lexi,you must have a great heart that can see my good deeds only.
Thank you for the generosity.
Have a nice time,dear poet.:)

[Angi]

What a lovely poem, Zainul! I can feel the affection you have for this mentor. The descriptions of this orchid are so beautiful. This piece just made me feel good. Nice work! Angi~

[zainul]

Thank you Angi for the inspiring review and wonderful compliments.
I am very pleased to know that this piece made you feel so good.

[Angi]

My pleasure!

[Joyce S. Greene]

This is a such a lovely and heart-felt tribute to your mentor, zainul. The imagery is striking! I felt that you were not only speaking of watching Thomas Ansell's poetry blossom, but also your own, written with the light of his poetry inspiring yours.

[zainul]

You have properly identified my purpose,dear friend.:)
Thank you for stopping by and writing such a great review.

[Shaunna Harper]

This is a beautifully described poem :) even the title lured me in! Great read.

[zainul]

Thank you Shaunna for stopping by to grace this piece with your sweet words.
This means a world to me.:)

[SquinklaPsyOps]

The story telling rhythm in this poem is amazing and the analogy is clearly expressed, Also your concept of flow is very good and your descriptions are excellent, nice tribute.

[zainul]

I feel very honored and blessed by your wonderful review.
This is really a great gift for me.
Thanks for taking your quality time to read this piece with love and passion and making such inspiring comments.
Have a nice time,dear friend.

[Great Aunt Astri]

Lovely subject, interesting rhymes. You were lucky that the orchid survived and very generous to share it with the poet. Your poem could be a analogy for many things......sharing and caring.

[zainul]

Thanks for the inspiring review.
This means a world to me.

[London's Lily]

Orchids are my second-favourite flower, so this caught my eye, and I'm glad I stopped to read it. You've done a wonderful job of lauding your poetic hero and this beautiful flower in one fell swoop. Excellent poem. :)

[zainul]

I am very impressed by your amazing review.
Thanks for stopping by,dear poet of superb rhyming.

[Pryde Foltz]

What a great story and lovely analogy. I enjoyed muchly.

[zainul]

Thank you for the admiring review,dear friend.
This means a world to me.

[Daffy]

A lovely poem and it gave me a peaceful and relaxed feeling. I can picture you with the orchid and also soaking up Thomas Ansell's works and being inspired by him.

[zainul]

Thank you Daffy for the wonderful words that made me very blessed and honored.
You have inspired me immensely.
Have the peaceful and relaxed feeling for ever.