Seasonal shifting returns a
more positive mood,
Winter’s coolness is
dispersing now as memories.
Unsealing the coverings
and thatches of warmth,
Scenting freshness and
sighting the new growth.
Daylight hours gradually extend
beyond early dusk,
Energies revive lists
vying for immediate attention.
Living reconvenes on the
outside of the hearthside,
Casting off weary blues
and wrapped over woollies.
The lure of the seaside
intrudes into wishful thinking,
Hopefulness and harmonies
descend into happiness.
Outlooks stretch beyond
usual internal perspectives,
Spring shapes the bedding
upon which summer grows.
©Copyright Eileen T O’Neill 23/03/2015
So very true, Eileen. What a difference it makes when the weather improves and there are more hours of daylight. I think we all feel renewed & invigorated and ready to take on those tasks we let slide once again!
ReplyDeleteEileen, this is so beautiful.. simply marvelous! :D
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Oh Eileen I am thinking about spring as well as it is delayed....and I have another poem about it coming in a couple of weeks....loved the lines,
ReplyDelete'Hopefulness and harmonies descend into happiness.
Outlooks stretch beyond usual internal perspectives'
Perfect description!
This is a wonderfully woven tribute to Spring. Although my body doesn't always agree, my soul revels in this living place of four distinct seasons. Its yearly reminder that at the end of the cold darkness comes light. The light of renewal and rebirth. Thank you,
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There are so many delightfully descriptive lines in this poem, Eileen, that so eloquently colour my own feelings for spring, but I will end with 'Casting off weary blues and wrapped over woollies', since it represents both the emotional and the physical heaviness for me, during the winter months, in the now autumn of my life.
ReplyDeleteREALLY enjoyed this!
Poppy
We are alive once again. A tender observation on how the change in season affect our lifestyle
ReplyDeleteSeasonal changes bring the contrast...we need it to feel alive...still I lean more for warm weather....so spring is welcomed as the climate permits... ~ beautiful description and really feels in your words hope and harmony.
ReplyDeleteI am glad to know the dullness at your end of the world has finally bloomed a vibrant of thousand colours of life, Eileen. Your poem celebrates the beauty of the seasonal transition very well. Happy season of Spring! Thank you for the poem. Smiles.
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Eileen,
ReplyDeleteIt is the most beautiful spring day here and my heart is quite overjoyed!
There is nothing like a beautiful sunny day to lift my burdens.
Your poem brought a joy to my heart as well ...
Enjoy your Spring! That's a powerful closing line to your poem.
ReplyDeleteYes the Seasonal Affective problem is soon brightened by the change.
ReplyDeleteAh yes the Seasonal Affective problem is soon brightened by the change.
ReplyDeletewelcome to the smiling sun - indeed. Enjoy the garden
ReplyDelete"Hopefulness and harmonies descend into happiness" a wonderful line full of anticipation and delight making us aware that Spring is here...such an enjoyable read...so sorry to comment so late Eileen...the unpredictable net...
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