Brightness Catches My Eye

Tall, gray, trees stand together like statues
Across the winter’s landscape of hills
Some snow still clings to the arms of branches
Reaching wide, reaching far and wide!
Today, there is no wind in this still life view
Of land, rocks, and trees to dark blue mountains
A strip of pale light is shining across the horizon
Distant treetops seem to be touching it beneath the gray
Yet, the white of the snow, is brighter than anything!

Anything, from this hill to the far mountains
Anything from the frozen ground to the open sky
And brighter than everything that catches my eye!
Bright enough to spark ideas
Bright enough to awaken dreams
Brighter than all the gray deterrents
Brighter than everything that catches my eye!

Heidi Sands

1/19/22

POTD 1/21/22
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Buhagiar Avatar
January 23, 2022 at 6:47 AM
My belated congrats on your POTD.
Sands Avatar
January 23, 2022 at 6:58 AM
Thank you very much Victor. I hope you have a nice day :)
Tor Avatar
January 22, 2022 at 9:01 PM
Wonderful piece Heidi, worthy of praise...
Sands Avatar
January 23, 2022 at 5:26 AM
Thank you Michael. I hope you have a nice day :)
Marcum Wong Avatar
January 22, 2022 at 12:44 AM
Your wording and imagery took me there with you Heidi. Congratulations on having this wonderful poem honored with POTD! Blessings xxoo
Sands Avatar
January 22, 2022 at 5:59 AM
That is nice to hear Connie. Thank you very much. Blessings :)
Rodrigues Avatar
January 21, 2022 at 7:55 PM
A beautiful brightness that sparks ideas, awakens dream! God is good that way! Congratulations on POTD!
Sands Avatar
January 22, 2022 at 5:59 AM
Thank you Kim. I appreciate your nice comment. I hope you have a great day :)
Nicole Avatar
January 21, 2022 at 4:32 PM
"Bright enough to spark ideas, to awaken dreams" This thought brings a smile and I completely agree. Such a moment, *is* awe inspiring, so beautiful and captivating. Congratulations Heidi, on Poem of the Day. Many wonderful blessings to you. :) Hugs, Brandy
Sands Avatar
January 21, 2022 at 4:38 PM
Hi Brandy. Thank you for your special comment. I am happy it brought a smile. Blessings my friend. I hope you have a nice evening. Hugs :)
Peck Avatar
January 21, 2022 at 4:27 PM
Oh Heidi, I just read today's POTD. Congratulations! I think snow is beautiful when it creates a hush on the land. But I really don't like cold. Funny, tho - I loved it as a kid and we had so much more then. Anyhow, your poem is very uplifting!
Sands Avatar
January 21, 2022 at 4:36 PM
Thank you so much Ann. I agree. The snow can be so pretty, yet when the temperature is frigid , it is tough. Yes, I remember the fun in childhood too. I am happy you found this uplifting :)
Brown Avatar
January 21, 2022 at 3:53 PM
Heidi, Congratulations on your POTD! Enjoyed....Blessings ~ Debra
Sands Avatar
January 21, 2022 at 4:09 PM
Thank you Debra. Blessings :)
Gondolf Avatar
January 21, 2022 at 3:33 PM
I love the beautiful imagery you captured in this verse, Heidi, congrats on POTD. Hugs, John
Sands Avatar
January 21, 2022 at 4:08 PM
Thank you John. Hugs :)
Watt Avatar
January 21, 2022 at 1:35 PM
Heidi, I loved reading your still life vision of a snowy landscape that sparked ideas and awakened dreams. Such lovely writing and well worthy of your POTD honor today. Take care, be well, and stay inspired ~ John
Sands Avatar
January 21, 2022 at 1:44 PM
Thank you John. I appreciate your support and encouragement. It means a lot to me. I hope you have a nice evening :)
Calasibetta Avatar
January 21, 2022 at 12:23 PM
Heidi, Congratulations on your POTD! Your imagery creates a perfect painting, I can see it on my wall! Kudos! :) Paulette
Sands Avatar
January 21, 2022 at 12:35 PM
Thank you Paulette. I like to paint too. I am happy you can see it. I appreciate your kind input. :)
Proxenos Avatar
January 21, 2022 at 12:08 PM
Heidi what a gem my dear friend, a brighter than bright poem that catches your eye and mine. Congratulations my dear Heidi a wonderful honor bestowed on you and one well deserved. Hugs and blessingsj Jennifer.
Sands Avatar
January 21, 2022 at 12:35 PM
Thank you very much Jennifer. Hugs and Blessings :)
Roper Avatar
January 21, 2022 at 11:44 AM
Congratulations on POTD, Heidi. Interesting how some love the snow, it's to cold. I love the green of the forest, the blue of the ocean and rivers, the sounds of nature. It's like a tranquilizer to my body. Lovely write, Heidi. May your new year bring blessings of freedom to do what you want.
Sands Avatar
January 21, 2022 at 11:49 AM
I do think the snow is pretty, but it is a lot of work too and I do have a hard time with frigid cold. I enjoy all seasons and so much beauty in them all. I can see why you love all that too. Thank you for your kind comment Eve. I hope you have a great New Year. Blessings :)
Jayasankar Avatar
January 21, 2022 at 9:50 AM
"The white of the snow, that is brighter than anything...", so well penned with nice imagery Heidi...Congratulations on POTD honor...Hugs...~ Ani
Sands Avatar
January 21, 2022 at 9:51 AM
Thank you very much Ani. I appreciate your kind, supportive feedback :) hugs
La France Avatar
January 21, 2022 at 9:42 AM
Heidi, what an amazing and beautiful winter poem and congratulations on receiving the POEM OF THE DAY honor ~
Sands Avatar
January 21, 2022 at 9:51 AM
Thank you for the beautiful comment Constance. I hope you have a nice day :)
Merryman Avatar
January 21, 2022 at 9:24 AM
Heidi, you have painted a lovely picture with your words! Congrats on POTD! Blessings, Kim M
Sands Avatar
January 21, 2022 at 9:30 AM
Thank you Kim. I appreciate your kind comment. Blessings :)
Hankins Avatar
January 21, 2022 at 9:01 AM
Lovely images reminding me of my WVa home this time of the year, Heidi. Congratulations on your P.O.T.D.
Sands Avatar
January 21, 2022 at 9:29 AM
Thank you Milton. I am happy to hear that :)
Goldsmith Avatar
January 21, 2022 at 7:54 AM
Congratulations on your wonderful POTD win. This write "catches my eye." Love It. Have a blessed day/weekend..............
Sands Avatar
January 21, 2022 at 7:57 AM
Thank you so much Paula. Blessings :)
Wolf Avatar
January 21, 2022 at 6:56 AM
A sight that makes my day bright -- seeing your lovely poem chosen as POTD. Congrats, Heidi! Best wishes, gw
Sands Avatar
January 21, 2022 at 7:12 AM
Thank you very much Gershon. I appreciate your support :)
May Avatar
January 21, 2022 at 6:46 AM
Dropping back with Congrats on POTD
Sands Avatar
January 21, 2022 at 7:12 AM
Thank you Joseph. I appreciate it :)
Gentile Avatar
January 21, 2022 at 6:17 AM
Congratulations Heidi on your POTD honors! Your poem indeed is bright and filled with wonderful imagery to capture the imagination xxoo
Sands Avatar
January 21, 2022 at 6:41 AM
Thank you Mike. I appreciate your support always. Happy Friday :) xxoo
Lawless Avatar
January 21, 2022 at 5:14 AM
Heidi, you know its a beautiful sight when even the wind stops to admire it. Well done. a wonderful "still life" moment.
Sands Avatar
January 21, 2022 at 5:18 AM
True John. Well said. Thank you for your comment :)
Pandit Avatar
January 21, 2022 at 4:58 AM
Back with BIG congrats on POTD, Heidi. Enjoy your day.
Sands Avatar
January 21, 2022 at 5:03 AM
Thank you so much Vijay. I hope you have a nice day :)
Peranteau Avatar
January 21, 2022 at 4:10 AM
you make me desperate for Florida dear poet ;)...have a splendid winter...much love, james
Sands Avatar
January 21, 2022 at 5:03 AM
Lol. I could also enjoy Florida right now. Thank you James :)
Andresen Avatar
January 21, 2022 at 2:23 AM
- A beautiful poem, Heidi :) - Congratulations on your p.o.t.d. :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)
Sands Avatar
January 21, 2022 at 5:02 AM
Thank you very much Anne-Lise. Hugs :)
Messina Avatar
January 21, 2022 at 2:11 AM
Very beautiful, Heidi. Stunning imagery...Congratulations on POTD! Hugs Charlie
Sands Avatar
January 21, 2022 at 5:01 AM
Thank you Charlie. I appreciate your support. Hugs :)
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