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A Spoonful of Snow

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Big things in small packages, so goes the phrase And astounding, a spoonful of snow, in such ways A thousand frost miracles, and identical, none Innumerable prisms making rainbows from sun Each with its detail of wonders, unique Chilled to perfection to tickle your cheek ... Spoonfuls, that if balled, are fun to be flung Pleasurably melted when placed on your tongue Just enough snow for a friend, I would think To get their attention, or cool down a drink Limpid complexities with formations, fine Chiseled by a physical process, divine ... Jewels from the heavens as winter clouds weep The crystalline tears of a season's cold creep Transparent and clear, and cleaving the light Yet bundled together, the whitest of white Like so much we see, they're plain at-a-glance Yet examined up-close, are sure to entrance So ... Maybe there's a lesson that we can thus learn To look at each OTHER more closely, in turn For the inestimable qualities surfaces hide And the precious complexion of what is INSIDE By remembering always, wherever we go The amazement and magic in a spoonful ... Of snow. ~ 1st Place ~ in the "Christmas Rhymes" Poetry Contest, Kim Rodrigues, Judge & Sponsor.

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John Fleming

Date: 1/8/2018 12:23:00 PM

I am not surprised in the slightest that this got first place in the contest -- it is very, very good! Very cleverly composed, Greg. My very best regards. :) john

Gregory Richard Barden
Date: 1/10/2018 11:29:00 PM

That's VERY kind of you to say so, John, and I greatly appreciate the wonderful comments - blessings and thanks to you, my friend! :-)

Jannie Breedt

Date: 1/8/2018 3:26:00 AM

Hi Greg, Your amazing attention to detail is akin to good photograpghy. By introducing a "coda" after "so.." is what struck me because we people dont bother to go beyond the ordinary in others . If we do , we make discoveries about other so hidden from view and journey their souls to a new.world unknown. Congratulations on this remarkable write

Gregory Richard Barden
Date: 1/8/2018 4:51:00 AM

Jannie, My Good Friend - I am always lifted by your heart-felt and kind comments, because I know you MEAN them, and aren't just doing the cordiality thing ... I'm so pleased you liked this one, my friend, and for the coda especially, as I think there are similar lessons to learn from almost ANYthing in our world - we have just been taught over the years to NOT see them! I'm trying to learn the opposite - to see things new again, with the eyes and heart of a child ... not as easy as it may sound! Blessings, Brother - I hope you are well! :-)

Joanna Daniel

Date: 12/19/2017 5:12:00 AM

Glad to see this won first place, Greg, my heartiest congratulations:) as to your previous reply "long-lost cousins" makes me laugh out loud, as I am an Indian, though poetry, of course, transcends nationalities :) off to check your "wilderness walk"

Gregory Richard Barden
Date: 12/22/2017 1:20:00 PM

Thank you so very kindly, Jo ... kindred hearts can be half a world away, don't you think? Such things transcend distance, time, and actualities, I think. Blessings to you, Dear Friend! :-) <3

Eve Roper

Date: 12/18/2017 9:52:00 PM

Gregory, congratulations on your win!

Gregory Richard Barden
Date: 12/22/2017 1:18:00 PM

Thank you so much, Eve!

Mick Talbot

Date: 12/18/2017 5:58:00 PM

First place for a very impressive rhyme, congratulations Gregory, best forever wishes. Mick PS: My apologies to you both on the wrong name typo :(

Gregory Richard Barden
Date: 12/18/2017 7:23:00 PM

Thanks so much, Mike, I greatly appreciate the kind comment! Blessings!

Kim Rodrigues

Date: 12/18/2017 5:06:00 PM

I loved the complexity of your poem, the intricate detail of the snowflake and then zeroing in on mankind. Congrats on your first place win, Greg! <3 Kim

Gregory Richard Barden
Date: 12/18/2017 7:35:00 PM

That's very kind of you, Kim, and I'm very glad that you enjoyed my poem, and I'm honored to be on a list with such wonderful poets, and humbled to be placed so highly! Blessings and many thanks to you, Kim! :-) <3

Joanna Daniel

Date: 12/16/2017 8:52:00 AM

"Jewels from the heavens as winter clouds weep The crystalline tears of a season's cold creep" - my favourite lines, Greg:) awesome poetry again:) I shall never tire of reading you:)

Gregory Richard Barden
Date: 12/17/2017 10:12:00 PM

You are very kind, Jo, and I SO value your opinion and wonderful comments ... that's my favorite couplet as well, and I wrote another entire poem around it cuz I liked it so much, (Wilderness Walk), so we must have similar tastes! (Or long-lost cousins, perhaps??). Blessings to you, my kind friend! :-)

Melissa Tracy

Date: 12/15/2017 11:10:00 PM

As snowflakes hold such unique beautiful intricate details so do your beautiful words which also contain such astounding poetic rhythm and flow! Well done and good luck in the contest :)

Gregory Richard Barden
Date: 12/16/2017 6:47:00 AM

That's very sweet of you, Melissa, and I thank you SO much! Blessings, my friend! :-) <3

Paul Callus

Date: 12/11/2017 8:32:00 AM

These latest 2 poems of yours show a close relationship between you and snow, Gregory! I like this poem in which similes and metaphors make it stand out...like a spoonful of snow:) Regards //paul

Gregory Richard Barden
Date: 12/11/2017 8:47:00 PM

Thank you so much, Paul! I was skiing when I was two, (literally - I have home video!), and we skied Sugarloaf every weekend when I was growing up, as my grandmother grew up in Kingfield and gave her house to us for skiing purposes, (quite a blessing and privilege), and I ended up doing freestyle and moguls competitively, so snow has been a big part of my life.

Gregory Richard Barden
Date: 12/11/2017 8:47:00 PM

However, since my knees went I have no use for winter anymore, lol, and will be moving someplace warm when my folks are gone. Blessings, Friend! :-)

Freddie Robinson Jr.

Date: 12/11/2017 12:08:00 AM

Such social coolness in this snow pristine poem, Greg. Love the holiday message of love. Your pen rolls w/sleigh ride flair. Jingle, jingle is the tinkering joyous sound of your chimed thoughts. I feel the vibe emanating from this lovely poem. Pure gift wrapped poetry. Love and happy holidays, my dear friend. Love and joy always.

Gregory Richard Barden
Date: 12/11/2017 8:40:00 PM

Oh, that's so kind of you, Freddie, and such a wonderful comment ... I appreciate it very much, and so look forward to your posts - you are a wonderful poet with a genuine and kind heart! Thank you so much, and Happy Holidays to you, Brother!

Anisha Dutta

Date: 12/10/2017 11:42:00 AM

Nice imagery. Nice rhyming. Nice transparency. nicely penned.

Gregory Richard Barden
Date: 12/10/2017 11:10:00 PM

Nice comment, Anisha! (I couldn't resist) Blessings and thanks to you, my friend! :-) <3

John Lawless

Date: 12/9/2017 10:52:00 PM

Beautifully done Gregory...the final three couplets exposing the crystalline metaphor.

Gregory Richard Barden
Date: 12/10/2017 11:07:00 PM

Thank you so much, John - much appreciated! :-)

Maureen Mcgreavy

Date: 12/9/2017 10:34:00 PM

This is lovely Greg :) you make snow "lovely" (which it is, now that I don't have to bike in it) and your finish is just wonderful. It reads smooth light and, yes lovely :)

Gregory Richard Barden
Date: 12/10/2017 11:06:00 PM

Very kind of you, Mo, and I thank you so much! I used to bike a lot myself, (10 miles AM & PM), but just for exercise and pleasure, not a courier. I miss it. Blessings, friend! :-) <3

Janice Canerdy

Date: 12/9/2017 10:21:00 PM

Such an appealing and thought-provoking write, Greg--creative parallel between snowflakes and people! Janice

Gregory Richard Barden
Date: 12/10/2017 11:05:00 PM

Thank you very much, Janice - I'm pleased that you enjoyed it! Blessings! :-)