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Trillium 
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA 
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(Written on a recent trip along the Umpquaa River in southern Oregon) Along the Umpquaa Valley, On the road out to the sea, The Lord has planted flowers, For travelling folk like me. The golden glow of gorses And white Shasta daisies too, While tall and stately foxglove Abounds in every hue. From white through pinks and purples, The belled spires proudly rise Above the other flowers, As though reaching for the skies. The wild blackberry bushes, Are a-foam with blossoms, white, And all of these together, Make a truly lovely sight. It fills my heart with gladness That He cares so graciously, He plants the land with flowers And this gift of scenery! Betty Lou Hebert |
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Joyce Johnson
since 2001-03-10
Posts 9912Washington State |
Wonderful appreciative poem for God's generosity. So glad you're back Love Joyce |
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ellie LeJeune Member Elite
since 2000-01-10
Posts 4156King of Prussia, PA USA |
Betty; This is beautiful and so gloriously vivid! Ellie A friend hears the song in my heart, and sings it to me when my memory fails. |
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VAS Member Rara Avis
since 2000-11-16
Posts 7450Oregon |
wonderful rendition of that beautiful valley I do so love foxglove, I'm not familiar with gorses. did you happen to get to the west end and see the Umpqua River Lighthouse? It's an absolutely beautiful, pristine lighthouse. doesn't our Master Gardener give us such wonders! |
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deleeme Senior Member
since 1999-10-09
Posts 1766NEW ENGLAND, USA |
The beautiful picturesque floral valley you so vividly describe, is but a reflection of the Master Gardeners Handiwork, and loving attention to detail, and true beauty. Thank you for sharing your experience in such a lovely way. Makes me want to plan a trip to see it myself. I enjoyed this much, David No Better Place do I know God Bless us All!!! |
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Trillium
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA |
Joyce: Thanks! It's nice to be back. ellie: Enjoyed your comments. Thanks. Betty Lou Hebert |
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Trillium
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA |
VAS: We did go to the lighthouse, plus Yaquina Bay and Yaquina Head. Liked them all. Especially intrigued with the story of the ghost at Yaquina Bay, named Muriel. Wonder if it really happened?? Gorse is a bright yellow, sprawling sort of bush that spills down hillsides everywhere at this time of year along the coast and the valleys. Some people call it "Scotch Broom" Thanks for commenting. Betty Lou Hebert |
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Trillium
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA |
David: I hope you do get a chance to visit southern Oregon sometime, in June, when the wildflowers are so spectacular! The river valleys, especially, are lovely. Thanks for your remarks. Betty Lou Hebert |
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Stephanos
since 2000-07-31
Posts 3618Statesboro, GA, USA |
What a delicate and rich description of the beauty you saw. You are very good at describing nature through poetry. Stephen.  |
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Stephanos
since 2000-07-31
Posts 3618Statesboro, GA, USA |
What a delicate and rich description of the beauty you saw. You are very good at describing nature through poetry. Stephen. |
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Trillium
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA |
Thank you very much for your nice remarks. Glad you enjoyed the poem. Betty Lou Hebert |
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Angel in Flight Member
since 2001-01-07
Posts 381 |
WOW!!! When I was reading this I felt like I was actually there with you seeing everything God has given us here on earth. Not many people are able to do that to me. This was an exquisite poem and is going straight to the library. Things will get better just be happy with what has come your way today, and keep living for what may come the next.~ By Amanda inspired by Brian |
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Trillium
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA |
Angel in Flight: Thank you so much for your lovely comments and I'm flattered that it will be in your library! Betty Lou Hebert |
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Lone Wolf Member Ascendant
since 2000-03-16
Posts 5842Lansing, MI USA |
Lovely, Trillium. Thank you for sharing! All writing comes |
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scout Member
since 2001-06-16
Posts 175no place owns me |
I want to go see this place, I love nature walks, i haven't taken one in years! xscoutx |
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Trillium
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA |
Lone Wolf: Thanks for commenting. scout: It's worth the trip! A beautiful part of Oregon, especially in the early summer or fall after the trees start to turn. Betty Lou Hebert |
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scout Member
since 2001-06-16
Posts 175no place owns me |
Well I hope to visit it someday, in Kansas, though country, it's nature is very limited. xscoutx |
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Trillium
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA |
scout: Well, you are quite a long ways from Oregon, but I hope you make there one day. It's a beautiful country along the river valleys and on the Coast. Betty Lou Hebert |
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