A Simple Pleasure

A  Simple Pleasure

A simple pleasure in simple lines

Frosty mornings, that wear fuzzy slippers,
Bundled against the dawning amber chill
To watch the early robins through misted windows
With fragrant Lady Grey in stoneware mugs
And crispy buttered English muffins 
Spread with marmalade.

On a rain soaked early afternoon
When raindrops tumble down rain chains,
As puddles drip from bare branches,
To settle in a comfy chair
With a warming bergamot scented
Cup of tea and little chocolate something.

And when the wind howls in icicles
And evening snow falls in frigid fingers,
Wrapping roads and rooftops in white blankets,
To view the snow blind fury from the fireside
With a spicy pekoe brew in a china cup
From garden parties long ago and faraway.

A simple pleasure in simple lines.

2-9-23
Contest: A Simple Pleasure
Theme Chosen: Drinking a Cup of Tea
Sponsor: Julia Ward
Copyright © | Year Posted 2023

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George Avatar
February 13, 2023 at 8:08 PM
What a delight. Feel like joining you to enjoy these scenes and sip a cup of hot morning tea. "Frosty mornings, that wear fuzzy slippers, Bundled against the dawning amber chill" Lovely image of morning coming alive! Sam, you are exceptionally gifted.... ! Love your poetry. Though I want to read all, my busy schedule at home doesn't allow me. All the Best in the contest
Kauffman Avatar
February 14, 2023 at 10:03 AM
Valsa, dear friend, the kettle is always on and ready for a tea party! Come by any time! Your message is so lovely - a precious treasure - thank you! I have so many wonderful memories of sharing a cup of tea with family and friends. This contest really brought all those precious memories back - even the ones of pulling all-nighters during final exams with orange spice tea and English muffins! I feel so blessed to be able to read your always delightful, beautifully crafted, imaginative poems! And, like you, wish I had more time to savor your writing like a good tea in a fine china cup! Sending you bunches of blessings!
Kiser Avatar
February 12, 2023 at 2:28 PM
Tea is indeed a simple pleasure; it an experience that can calm you rather quickly. Well-Panned.
Kauffman Avatar
February 13, 2023 at 9:46 AM
HI ML! I loved this contest theme with its focus on reflecting on simple pleasures! So often, I think, we forget the simple delights in our lives- things like a cup of tea, a rainstorm, summer sunshine, a flower, family, friends. Well, I could go on and on but this contest has brought me to a new appreciation of life's "simple pleasures." Thank you for your lovely feedback - delightful as a warming cup of tea. Blessings!
Sands Avatar
February 10, 2023 at 10:40 AM
Oh I love this! I am happy to be led to this comforting poem today. A Fave for me! :)
Kauffman Avatar
February 13, 2023 at 9:38 AM
Good morning Heidi! I am so happy that you enjoyed sharing this "simple pleasure" with me. Your fav is such an honor. I am delighted that you found this poem and that it brought you joy! Sending you blessings and continued prayers!
Poet Avatar
February 10, 2023 at 5:42 AM
Sam, you have written beautiful poetry here. This poem is made more exquisite by your evocative metaphors and the wonderful wording you use. Blessings
Kauffman Avatar
February 13, 2023 at 9:35 AM
Thank you so much Lasaad! I have so many wonderful memories of drinking tea in the evening with family - especially with my aunt using the teacups from her beautiful teacup collection! Wasn't quite sure how to approach this theme but the contest description served as a delightful inspiration! Blessings of simple grace and peace to you!!
M  Avatar
February 9, 2023 at 9:10 PM
Oh that is just lovely Sam…..l should have had a cuppa in hand while reading it HaHa!! AND “a simple pleasure in simple lines “thats me … so l can totally relate! Debx
Kauffman Avatar
February 10, 2023 at 10:10 AM
Hi Deb! Thank you so much for your delightful feedback. A hot cup of tea savored anytime on a winter day is such a "simple pleasure" that we can revel in and relax! I am so happy that these simple lines resonated with you. I had a wonderful time remembering happy moments sharing a cup of tea with friends and family. I thought the contest theme of simplicity called for simple lines. Sending blessings in a poetic cup of tea!
Seeker Avatar
February 9, 2023 at 6:02 PM
As we read, we live the vivid imagery of warmth and sensory delight, from our safe vantage point in the midst of a hostile winter. Beautifully penned, Sam, enjoyed every line from start to finish.
Kauffman Avatar
February 10, 2023 at 9:58 AM
What joy your beautiful message has brought into this cloudy winter day, Seeker! Funny how I came to associate a cup of tea with scenes of life in the winter! I am so happy we got to share a cup of poetic tea! Sending you bliss in a cup of blessings!
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