Most people think of springtime's white, puffy clouds drifting across an azure sky, accompanied by a green vision of beauty and grace on earth. The element of light shines bright. Yet, there are many days of cooling breezes, glimpses of a darkened sky hiding behind the clouds, and puddled rain to chase away the gloomy grey. On these rainy days, I let my mind wander to springtime memories gone by.
HERALD of SPRING
looking back in time
March 30th
etched with snow-covered trees
one lone bird sings
waiting patiently for the frozen edge of winter
to join the chorus of spring
©CVarsalona, 2025, cherita
Mentor Poem, Spring by Julie Forglaro
Despite the forecast, live like it's spring! - Lilly Pulitzer
I decided that this quote would open the door for Golden Shovel poem. Even though the words are not from a poem, I decided I could make a poem from the inspirational thought.
Morning Thoughts
I am alone despite
my family being in the area. The
days of rain cause people to complain about the forecast
but not me because I know that I must live
in the here and now like
others but without you. It's
a sadness I carry around this spring.
Despite the fact that it is still spring.
The weather feels like a summer
forecast. Oh, how we loved summer
living. There were fireworks, barbecues, and enjoyment-
Like life found its relaxation mode.
It's difficult without your zest for summer but be assured
Spring will lead the way to your beach wishes, my dear.
©CVarsalona, 2025, Golden Shovel
Strike line from Lily Pulitzer's quote
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Ruth Hersey Is hosting the Poetry Friday Roundup while in the United States. Usually we see her in Uganda. Ruth's theme today is fireflies. She shares two poems on the subject that you can read on her blog, There is no such thing as a God-forsaken town.
"I carry around this spring" is a stunning line and words to live by. I love the whole idea of that. Sending you love.
ReplyDeleteLinda, thank you for your comment that lifts me up. I am delighted to see you hear. The rain was a full day affair. I hope your Father's Day was lovely despite the weather. Since it was my oldest grand's birthday (#8) we enjoyed our trip to the Children's Discovery Museum in Winchester, had a wonderful barbecue lunch, and found another delicious new creamery for our ice cream treat. We knew that Grandpa was nearby watching over the event.
DeleteOh, the one lone bird! Thinking of you as you move through this season, sweet friend. xo
ReplyDeleteThank you, Irene, for stopping by and thinking of me. Sometimes, I feel like a lone bird who is not sure if she should join a group of friends. Sometimes, I say not yet. This past week has been difficult but I am thankful that my granddaughter's birthday was today. I think of the little musical grinder that you sent me when she was born 8 years ago. It is such a treasure.
DeleteToday's "one bird" in my world was a young robin who came and sat on the fence not two feet from my office window and studied me with avian curiosity. We shared a moment and then s/he flew off.
ReplyDeleteI love how you wrote with your striking line first at the ends and then at the beginnings of your lines. I'll have to try that.
Mary Lee, it is rare for me to find a moment with a bird friend that stares at me but I am glad that you had a moment in time. Maybe a poem with come forward from this singular event.
Delete"I carry around this spring" A beautiful line, I love that your poetry is a way to express your grief. Much love.
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing! Thinking of you as you navigate the summer.
ReplyDeleteMarcia, thank you for stopping by and commenting. It means a lot to have poetry friends surrounding me.
DeleteCarol, I love your beautiful spirit and hope to live like it is spring. So hard to do when our hearts want to stay muddled in winter. I'm praying the soft rays of sun find you and that you will let them bathe you in the warmth of their hugs.
ReplyDeletePatricia, thank you for wrapping me in the sun's warmth. Father's Day was filled with my granddaughter's birthday events so even though the weather was rainy on and off all day, I was comforted by my family.
Delete"live like it's spring" is a wonderful sentiment. My thoughts are with you, Carol, hoping you feel the warmth of those who care.
ReplyDeleteRose, it is so uplifting to have friends like you wishing me the warmth of life. Spring here found its way to water the lawns on a continual basis today but the family was not concerned because we were celebrating my oldest granddaughter's 8th birthday. Thank you for stopping by.
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