Icicles

A clear cold day
sun's amber rays
shine upon crystal
hanging icicles
slowly they drip
on the ground below
as crashing waves roll in
coating each with a new 
crystalline cover
it creates dagger looking stakes
as the sun heats and these melt
these lethal looking daggers
become a dangerous weapon
when they begin to fall.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2021

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March 8, 2021 at 10:54 AM
I agree Phyl but they are so beautiful hanging there. Just don't stand under them. A fine write here. Great imagery. I could see them hanging there slowly melting and then freezing and getting longer and more lethal. Well done. Love the wintery scene you paint here. God Bless, JB
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March 18, 2021 at 7:00 PM
Guess I missed this one Judy but thanks for your comment on Icicles. love phyl
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February 21, 2021 at 3:23 AM
I love your imagery, and the warning at the end, Phyllis! Best regards // paul
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March 8, 2021 at 9:47 AM
Thanks Paul for your comment. Just when I thought spring had arrived we are in for another 6 inches of snow. Hope all is well your way. love phyl
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February 16, 2021 at 7:36 AM
But beautiful when they are hanging there reflecting the light. Just don't stand under them.;) Beautifully written Phyl. God Bless, JB
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March 8, 2021 at 9:46 AM
Hi Judy thanks for your comment. I am late in commenting and seem to have the winter blues. Will be glad when spring comes and get outdoors. Hope your health is back to par. Take care. love phyl
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February 15, 2021 at 10:08 PM
A chilling subject warmed by your wonderful poem, Phyllis.
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March 8, 2021 at 9:42 AM
Thanks Harry for your comment on the poem Icicles. Spring is almost upon us. love phyl
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February 15, 2021 at 4:26 PM
Hello Phyllis … clear description of what a freezing winter offers - thank you Phyllis - Lindsay
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March 8, 2021 at 9:41 AM
Hi Lindsay hope you are enjoying your weather. Just as spring seemed here we are in for 6 inches of snow tonight. Oh well spring is around the corner. Hope all is well your way. love phyl
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February 15, 2021 at 11:17 AM
- Some are really sharp ... like weapons ... but, fantastic works of art from King Winter ... a great picture of icicles, Phyllis :) - Stay warm :) - hugs //Anne-Lise :)
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March 8, 2021 at 9:40 AM
Thanks Annelise and yes those icicles are nearly all finished dripping but new snow coming tonight. love phyl
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