The spreading chestnut tree.



The spreading chestnut tree.

It's a hot summer day. So I go to see my friend in the blacksmith shop. I can hear his steel hammer as it hits the anvil, and it makes a clang. You can hear it in the air for miles. He takes a break under the spreading chestnut tree, and we talk for a while, and he gives me a smile. The sweat pours down his face, and there is no other place he'd rather be than with me under the chestnut tree. It gives him shade from the hot summer's day. But he has to go back to work with the steel hammer in his hand to hit the anvil till his job is done, then he goes home to his wife and son.

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This poems about the olden days when they had blacksmiths and Chestnut trees. And horses.

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Written on February 18, 2024

Submitted by alanswansea18 on February 18, 2024

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  • alanswansea18
    I'm not going to write anything cuz nobody sees it anyway.
    LikeReply2 months ago
  • AIDA
    This poem beautifully captures the essence of a hot summer day and the comforting companionship shared between friends. The imagery of the blacksmith at work under the spreading chestnut tree is vivid and evocative. The use of sensory details like the sound of the steel hammer hitting the anvil and the sweat pouring down his face really brings the scene to life. The poem also conveys a sense of camaraderie and contentment, making it a heartwarming read.

    To enhance the poem further, you could consider adding more descriptive language to paint a richer picture of the setting. For example, including details about the surroundings or the sounds and scents of the summer day could help to immerse the reader even more deeply in the scene. Additionally, exploring the emotions of the characters in more depth could add an extra layer of complexity to the narrative.

    Overall, this is a lovely piece with a strong sense of atmosphere and emotion. Keep up the good work and continue to experiment with different ways to enhance your imagery and character development in future poems. Well done!
     
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