February's Arrival..
Today is a day that I have
been longing to see
January’s longer darker days
almost passed
Dreariness smothered
winter’s enthusiasm
Energy laid low and snuffed
out creativity
February’s arrival affords
lots of fresh hope
This first day is the
feast day of Saint Brigid
The celebrated mother
patroness of Ireland
Patron of poets, scholars,
midwives, and sailors
Revered by both Pagan and
Christian cultures
Brigid’s day indicates that
springtime is nearby
Daylight begins to stretch
into the length of day
Calendar countdown dates
move much closer
Anticipated holidays are
on the nearer horizon
A first family birthday of
the year to celebrate
There is a new purpose to
life’s daily meaning
Displays of daffodils and
tulips already in view..
Eileen T O’Neill
01/02/2024
I have been loving the slightly longer days too, and actually have crocusses in my yard already. And FIVE birthdays this month,which is a bit much, lol. I really feel the hope in this poem as we emerge from winter like sleepy bears.
ReplyDeleteAh yes, our days are becoming a bit noticeably longer here too, which does bring hope that we will see spring / summer not far behind. Admittedly I never heard of Saint Brigid, but if she is patron of poets I like her! Smiles.
ReplyDeleteI'm a winter lover and hate to see the days start lengthening, though it's fine for now. I just dread the summer when it stays bright out from 5am to 10pm. Give me my cozy evenings.
ReplyDeleteYou have daffodils?!! The sun is on the upswing but winter still has the upper hand here.
ReplyDeleteNice to know there is a patron saint of poets... definitely needs to be celebrated!
ReplyDeleteLove your focus on Brigid "Revered by both Pagan and Christian cultures." I feel the same about February.
ReplyDeleteThe longest months of the dark time of the year are behind us now, and I can certainly feel Brigid's presence in the bird activity and the first flowers.
ReplyDeleteIn India, especially where I stay we long for the winter season. Coldness is cool to us. Smiles. Your poem beautifully celebrates Saint Brigid’s day, with so much warmth and happiness. Also it's lovely to learn about the patron of poets.
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