The Forest of Mysteries (poem) by Dawn Richerson on AuthorsDen

The Forest of Mysteries
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This is the first poem I have posted written by my son, Luke, who is 12. He wrote it today and Mom thinks it's pretty darn wonderful... :) Thanks for your encouragement! Dawn Trees swaying in the wind Whispering a silent, reverent hymn Praising that which lets them grow And giving thanks to ground below As I wander through the trees Lost in silent reverie Wandering by, Wondering why Why the trees reach up to the sky Why the birds have wings to fly Why the world is not a better place Why down the road troubles await Of some far, dark, distant fate To proclaim that which cannot be told The theme of tales, dusty and old Of heroism, courage, and the strength to be bold Why in our palms weapons we hold To defend the weak and young and old And all that stands for well and good All that should be understood Will stand and wait for the key That will unlock this mystery Found along a distant path A key that will unlock and unfold The mystery of the heart and soul Wondering at the forest to behold Why mysteries hide answers yet untold Copyright, Luke Richerson

Reviewed by J. Allen Wilson

Reviewed on September 4, 2005

12??? His wisdom and sight is beyond his years. This is wonderful...keep them coming. Well done.

Allen

PS. Thanks

Reviewed by jude forese

Reviewed on September 3, 2005

nurture and support his creative spirit ... very nice! impressive ...

Reviewed by Huda Orfali

What a wonderful wise poem, Luke
Keep up the wonderful work
some people say that my best poetry was written when i was just a kid
wonderful work
thanks for sharing

Reviewed by Karla Dorman, The StormSpinner

Dawn (and Luke),

12, eh? Are you sure he's not a sage inside that childlike body? WOW, this is an awesome write...thank you for sharing/writing! I look forward to more of Luke's writings! You must be a proud Mama, Dawn, I can see why! BRAVA/BRAVO!

(((HUGS))) and love, Karla. :)

Reviewed by L. Figgins

Out of the mouths of babes flows great wisdom! Luke, you are aptly named for you have a wisdom and expression beyond your years--a true gift. You have taught us today. Thank you for sharing this exquisite
poem!

Reviewed by Retta (Reindeer) Mckenzie

This is beautiful Luke, you have a talent that is very rare, outstanding poetry,

Reindeer

Reviewed by Tinka Boukes

Luke This is brilliant....fantastic work son!!

You can be proud MOM!!

Love Tinka

Reviewed by Richard Christopher Suarez (Reader)

Dawn, Dawn Dawn
You wrote your butt off here!!!!
This is outrageous! It's exceptional beauty expressed beautifully!!!
love this one!
peace and healthy creativity',
Rich Criso Suarze

Reviewed by Thomas Lanechanger (Reader)

Dawn, as most have already said, �Luke is a chip off the old block.� I also believe his work is a shining testament of one who seeks to find solace while traversing through the quagmire of living life. Outstanding work young man, and thank you Dawn for sharing your Den to post his work with us all. Keep up the great work Luke. Take care and be well.

Reviewed by E T Waldron

My word Dawn! If this isn't something to be proud of I don't know what is! Talk about a "chip off the old block" Luke, I encourage you to keep writing for the natural ability you show in this poem is nothing short of awesome, for one of your age! Way to go;-)Kudo's!

etw

Reviewed by Joni Stewart-Hague

very impressive especially in view of his age. Well done, Luke, well done indeed. You are a natural poet, I surely hope you pursue it.
Again, WELL DONE !!
Joni

Reviewed by Steve Patterson

EXCELLENT!!!!!!!!!!
AT ANY AGE.. this is so smooth, the rhyme flows easily, the topic is absorbing & the insight that is shown is ageless.
TX