Breath of Spring


I step onto the path with burdens weighed.
A chill wind at my back, the skies are lead.
Because this is the day the Lord has made,
I look about to learn what He has said.
The blooms of humble weeds show off their lace,
as harsh wind turns to gentle fragrant breeze.
The sun breaks through the clouds and warms my face.
Once naked trees are green with budding leaves.
From Winter’s grip the world is breaking free
and soon will be aflutter and abuzz.
A joy begins to bubble within me
to see the tender grass where snow just was.
My burden lighter now, I start to sing,
and trust the God who orchestrates the spring.

March 12, 2021
Contest: Breath of Spring 
Sponsor: Regina McIntosh
Copyright © | Year Posted 2021

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Ashley Avatar
May 9, 2021 at 7:56 PM
Dear P.S., your exquisite pen spills with metaphorical and spiritual beauty. Your splendid "breath of spring" takes my breath away. Your final couplet is truly deep and inspiring. Warmest wishes, my sweet friend.. ~Susan
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December 18, 2021 at 3:21 PM
Susan, sorry I missed your comment. Thank you so much for your encouraging words :) ~ps
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April 4, 2021 at 10:04 AM
P.S., So nice a 'Breath of Spring'. It's nice to be around when the grass grows through. Happy Easter.. -Richard
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December 18, 2021 at 3:19 PM
Hi there Richard. Sorry I missed your kind words. Thank you :) ~ps
Romios Avatar
March 16, 2021 at 1:24 PM
Should be a POTD...no kidding. Such imagery and feeling....a fav. Panagiota
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March 16, 2021 at 1:46 PM
Thank you Panagiota! You made my day ~ps
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March 15, 2021 at 11:59 PM
Very inspirational and poetic write. Spring is the beginning of joy.
Awtry Avatar
March 16, 2021 at 9:27 AM
Thank you so much Victor! I hope you are having a wonderful day! ~ps
Horne Avatar
March 15, 2021 at 1:20 PM
really beautiful uplifting write
Awtry Avatar
March 15, 2021 at 1:28 PM
Thank you Jack! -ps
Brewer Avatar
March 14, 2021 at 8:08 PM
This is a wonderful paean of optimistic appreciation of life and creation in this season. Thank you for sharing your joy with such evocative words, Paula.
Awtry Avatar
March 14, 2021 at 9:18 PM
Thank you Geoffrey for your kind remarks. Always a pleasure to hear from you :)
Kiser Avatar
March 13, 2021 at 5:10 PM
A beautiful poem of appreciation for the beauty of springtime.
Awtry Avatar
March 14, 2021 at 9:35 AM
Thank you ML :)
Cunningham Avatar
March 13, 2021 at 5:47 AM
The wonders of his creation, we have so much to be grateful for. Well written PS and best of luck in the contest. Hope your weekend is going well. Tom
Awtry Avatar
March 13, 2021 at 6:00 AM
Thank you Tom! I've read so many beautiful sonnets inspired by Regina's contest. Yours is one of the top contenders in my book--loved it!
Rushing Avatar
March 13, 2021 at 3:48 AM
You have captured spring in your beautiful sonnet! P.S. good luck in the contest!
Awtry Avatar
March 13, 2021 at 4:49 AM
thank you Wren :) ~ps
Milgate Avatar
March 12, 2021 at 2:56 PM
What a lovely poem.
Awtry Avatar
March 12, 2021 at 4:40 PM
Thank you Linda -ps
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