An Abecedarian Spring

An Abecedarian Spring Against the graying beard of winter Buds push defiantly through the Crush of weakening ice, Daring to challenge the strength of, Entertain the possibility of a Failing winters frosted farewell. Golden warmth seeps into the folds of Hardened soil melting its resistance, Inciting the seeds of a rebellion. Jester Jonquils dance in the snow Keeping time to the icicle drip, Leaves, long fallen, are consumed Manna dropped from heaven, Needs met in Karmic peace. Overhead, a shadow-less hawk Preys on the hope of dawn, Quietly riding its warmth. Robins begin the search for a Suitable neighborhood, Turtles climb warily to feast Upon the hatching swarms. Visitors returning Warm themselves in the soft Xanthic shades of sunrise Yielding to the innate Zen of Spring. 2/13/2015 submitted to – Abededarian – Poetry Contest sponsor – Shadow Hamilton