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Written on January 29, 2024

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As The Leaf Leaves

Spring stirs her dreams, She lifts her head, Quietly remembering the sweetness Gently, spring beseeches – Slowly, she raises her head. Summer stirs her spirit, She dances eagerly, Hungry for the bird’s soft kiss, Impatient, she struggles – Shyly, seeking the rain’s rest. Autumn stirs her longings, She laughs breathlessly, Wistful as vibrant hues transform her, With whispers of red and gold, Blessings, she tries to behold. Winter stirs her grief, She suffers, mourning for peace, Weathers silence her waltz, Erasing her with hoarfrosts, Leaving, she still knows in her heart… After winter, her children will return, To the music of birdsong, The echo of the past, long gone, Naked limbs anxious for their covering, As they smother the season, magnificent.
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Ashley Avatar
April 21, 2024 at 12:30 PM
Dearest Gina, your poetic pen spills beauty that lifts my spirit and imagination to sail away on the lilting power of your verse, like the Autumn leaf separating from the tree to glide the breeze to sunset horizons. Your personification of Nature is as emotional as it is beautiful. Congratulations for your win in Empress's contest. Warmest wishes, love and hugs to you my sweet friend.. ~Susan
Jones Avatar
February 8, 2024 at 2:33 AM
So engaging and lovely to read. Congratulations on your win!
Empress Avatar
February 6, 2024 at 7:34 AM
Dear Gina, this is deep and so creatively personified using seasonal changes and leaves! And is so very emotive and deeply moving. As can see from my comment below too, i did love this, so congratulations on your well deserved win. Thank you for entering my contest
Buhagiar Avatar
January 29, 2024 at 1:19 AM
The seasons make us change our habits. Very well written. Spring will be here somehow. Well written.
Empress Avatar
January 29, 2024 at 12:49 AM
I love the picture youv used here as well as your word weaving. So creative and soulful and the flow of your well articulated imagery is beyond captivating dear gina. The ending is so poignant and i felt so much from grief to healing… Sending you light always
Meadows Avatar
January 29, 2024 at 12:29 AM
Spring is a beautiful time of the year. Lovely picture and poem. Enjoyed reading this. Well done.
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