Joseph May Poet Rhyme

Lingering Winter

 Autumn doesn't mind if summer lingers for a while
 Summer doesn't mind if spring lingers longer with her smile
 But Spring does mind when winter stays too long
 When her time comes she wants to bloom with joyful song

 So on the first day of spring
 Winter was still hanging around
 Spring was not happy with his lingering
 As snow was still on the ground

 "Why do you do this" asked spring
 Winter replied " I need more time"
 Spring retorted, "but you are not king
 "Leave now and let my blooms chime"

 But winter, being mean
 Stuck around a couple weeks more
 When he finally left the scene
 Blooms rose up all around for all to adore!

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David Crandall May 19, 2024 at 4:50 PM Good poem, Joseph - congratulations. Spring is also more welcome than Winter in my book!

Andrea Dietrich May 17, 2024 at 1:36 PM So cute. I love this personification of spring

Deb M April 22, 2024 at 4:48 AM Belated Congratulations Joseph on your POTD for your fun winter poem! Debx

Victor Buhagiar March 25, 2024 at 6:29 AM Congratulations on POTD. A lively poem.

Kim Rodrigues March 25, 2024 at 6:15 AM I love this, Joseph! Mean old Winter! Congratulations on POTD!

Joanna Daniel March 25, 2024 at 2:15 AM Sweet personification, Joseph, congratulations on POTD:)

Regina Mcintosh March 24, 2024 at 4:37 AM Love it. God bless you. Congrats on POTD. Love, Gina

Maria Williams March 24, 2024 at 1:05 AM That Winter does have a way of lingering too long, doesn't he? What a delightful poem Joseph. Congratulations on your POTD, well deserved...Hugs

Malabika Ray Choudhury March 23, 2024 at 3:21 PM Enjoyed this fun and flowing images of seasons trying to linger even when their time is up! Isn't it sad that Spring is so welcomed, and no one regrets when Winter has to leave!! Congratulations, Joseph, on your honour of POTD - a meaningful, and splendid picture of nature!

Joyce Faure March 23, 2024 at 2:03 PM But winter, being mean Stuck around a couple weeks more When he finally left the scene Blooms rose up all around for all to adore! Loved your work! Thanks for sharing!

Ink Empress March 23, 2024 at 1:08 PM A fun and beautiful read this is, i love how youv started the poem and how the rest just flows, made me smile as i read “ But Spring does mind when winter stays too long When her time comes she wants to bloom with joyful song” she deserves to bloom with joyful song yes. Stunning and creative, fitting for the mood too right now: congrats also on POTD. Well deserved

Brandy Nicole March 23, 2024 at 11:04 AM Even though Winter likes to linger, I know Spring will arrive when the time is right. Yes, the wind does hold a cold touch at times, but, flowers are fluttering. Which means, Spring is here! Okay, so Winter can share the spotlight with Spring, on the Poem of the Day. :) Congratulations Joseph. :) My best to you. Hugs, Brandy

Bill Baker March 23, 2024 at 9:46 AM Congratulations on your POTD, Joseph! I enjoyed your changing of season's poem. Enjoy your special day of recognition, my friend. Bill

Daniel Henry Rodgers March 23, 2024 at 9:08 AM Dear Joe, Your poem beautifully captures the tug-of-war between seasons, echoing life’s transitions. Its simplicity carries profound depth. Congratulations on POTD! Your talent shines brightly, illuminating our hearts with each word. Keep inspiring us. - Blessings, Daniel

Tania Kitchin March 23, 2024 at 8:51 AM Joseph, congratulations on POTD.

Paula Goldsmith March 23, 2024 at 7:56 AM Back to say, Congratulations on your POTD win. I enjoyed reading this wonderful "Lingering Winter" write again. Have blessed weekend writing away with your win...............

Heidi Sands March 23, 2024 at 7:33 AM Winter is back today full force. It matches your great poem. Congratulations for POTD. Enjoy :)

Anne-Lise Andresen March 23, 2024 at 6:57 AM - I'm really looking forward to that, Joseph :) - A lovely poem :) - Congratulations on your p.o.t.d. :) - hugs

Linda Alice Fowler March 23, 2024 at 6:43 AM Spring tried to be polite, but mean ol' Winter is kind of a bully. Sweetly written Joseph! Congratulations on the honor of POTD! :)

Hilda Greenhough March 23, 2024 at 6:41 AM .Congratulations on your POTD. Spring is here, but it's not very warm in the mornings. Good wishes to you.

Regina Elliott March 23, 2024 at 6:27 AM Beauteous late winter/early spring POTD, Joseph. A big Congratulations. Enjoy your special poetry day. ~

Vijay Pandit March 23, 2024 at 6:18 AM Back with BIG congrats on POTD, Joseph. You captured splendidly the moody season. Enjoy your special day.

Mike Gentile March 23, 2024 at 5:19 AM Joseph, congratulations on your seasonal personification! A perfect selection as POTD!!

Rajat Bagchi March 23, 2024 at 4:05 AM Nice one Joseph!

Speaks Volumes March 23, 2024 at 3:36 AM A lovely poem Joseph. Congrats on the POTD.

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