I walked into the woodland across a lonely trail
I heard the singing of the birds and the flutter of some quail.
Then I came upon a stream, the gleaming water was so grand,
as I laid back and rested upon a calm and peaceful land.
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Just a few little 'nit-picks' which you can put right: laid (not layed): stirred (with a double r) . I loved your poem. I felt you were walking here with me in the Yorkshire Dales, which is so beautiful. I would only suggest that you break the poem into four line verses, because I think it would make it stand out in a lovely way. Otherwise, great! Best wishes
The suggestions are good ones. But I'll just say it is a worthy read. That's what they meant as well. They just didn't say it.Good luck Robert, you're off to a great start. GW62