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Butterfly poetry collection

Earth and Sky: Poetic Perspectives

A varied collection of poems gathered around this subject, with space for different voices, images, and moods.

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Comparisons

Ground and Heavens:

Earth is ground, firm and true,
Sky heavens, a boundless view.
One holds with a steady grace,
The other stretches, an endless space.

02

Comparisons

Soil and Air:

Earth soil, rich and bright,
Sky air, a soaring sight.
One nurtures with a solid hand,
The other breathes, across the land.

03

Comparisons

Land and Clouds:

Earth land, a grounded tone,
Sky clouds, freely roam.
One stands with a steadfast cheer,
The other drifts, drawing near.

04

Comparisons

Ground and Air:

Earth is ground, solid and firm,
Sky is air, where dreams affirm.
One supports with a nurturing hand,
The other beckons, far and grand.

05

Comparisons

Soil and Cloud:

Earth is soil, where roots hold tight,
Sky is cloud, drifting light.
One cradles life with tender care,
The other soars, beyond compare.

06

Comparisons

Ground and Air:

Earth, where roots and life do grow,
Sky, where dreams and freedoms flow.
Earth, with soil and solid ground,
Sky, with endless blue profound.

07

Comparisons

Both together, world we see,

In their balance, harmony.
Earth and sky, in nature's span,
Teach the heart and soul of man.

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