As a child I took the acorn
From where it lay
On the forest’s lawn
As by way
Of the woodland path I went
Content
In my harmless play.
Shall I take
The acorn today
And break
The shell
I know so well?
The truth forlorn
Is that many an acorn
Have I broken in play.
Lovely autumnal poem!
Thank you, I’m delighted you enjoyed it. Best – Kevin
coming back to a childhood activity, familiar yet strange
Thank you for your comment. Indeed, “familiar yet strange”. Best – Kevin
I love acorns. My favourite tree is the Oak tree.
I also love acorns and conkers. I’m also a huge fan of oak trees. Thanks for your comment. Best – Kevin
You’re welcome. 🙂
Thanks for sharing this. I somehow find the acorn a fascinating nut!
You are welcome as regards me sharing my poem. I agree that the acorn is fascinating. Its amazing that from such a small seed, a great oak can grow. Best – Kevin
I love the internal rhyme scheme. Nice work.
Thank you for your kind words. I am delighted that you like my poem. Best wishes – Kevin
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Many thanks for sharing my poem “Acorns”, Christine. Kind regards – Kevin