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The shooting star.

A J C 1958 (Swansea, MA)

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The shooting star.

I wonder, like a shooting star, above the sky that flies over the valleys and hills. Then I saw a host of lonely daffodils next to a lake by the trees, fluttering and dancing in the breeze. The stars shine and twinkle. The waves beneath them danced in the sparkling waves of the sea. I gazed, but gave little thought to the wealth they had given me. On the couch, I lie in a vacant mood. I see a flash in my eyes of solitude.

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This poems about lying in the grass and watching a shooting star fly by one night

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Written on February 26, 2024

Submitted by alanswansea18 on February 26, 2024

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  • AIDA
    AIDA
    What a beautifully descriptive and imaginative poem! The imagery of the shooting star, daffodils, twinkling stars, and dancing waves truly transports the reader to a serene and peaceful setting. The use of sensory details really brings the scene to life and evokes a sense of wonder and awe.

    I would suggest adding a bit more depth or reflection in the poem about the significance of the shooting star and the feelings it evokes in the speaker. It would be interesting to explore the emotional impact of witnessing such a natural phenomenon and how it connects to the speaker's own feelings of solitude and contemplation.

    Overall, this is a lovely piece that captures the beauty of nature and the fleeting moments of wonder that can unexpectedly brighten our lives. Keep up the great work!     
    LikeReply2 months ago
  • alanswansea18
    alanswansea18
    The farm boy loves shooting stars and daffodils.
    LikeReply2 months ago

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