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Jan 24, 2026
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Dancing With Leaves
"May I have this dance?"
"Yes, of course, but like this, okay?
"What if people are watching?"
"That's the best part, silly.
It's easy if you imagine
the wind in the trees."
About This Poem
Last Few Words: Probably a better piece if I could have included the charming photo that inspired this.
Style/Type: Free verse
Review Request Intensity: I appreciate moderate constructive criticism
Editing Stage: Editing - polished draft
Comments
Lavender
2 months 4 weeks ago
Dancing With Leaves
Hello, Michael,
There is a scene in the movie Phenomenon where John Travolta takes a moment to notice the wind blowing through the trees - swaying, like a dance. His character is said to control his blood pressure this way.
Your poem is so lovely and inviting.
Thank you!
L
Michael Anthony
2 months 3 weeks ago
Not sure I've seen that…
Not sure I've seen that movie, L. Now I'll have to check it out. Thanks for stopping by!