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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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Deb M

Date: 4/22/2024 4:48:00 AM

Belated Congratulations Joseph on your POTD for your fun winter poem! Debx

Victor Buhagiar

Date: 3/25/2024 6:29:00 AM

Congratulations on POTD. A lively poem.

Kim Rodrigues

Date: 3/25/2024 6:15:00 AM

I love this, Joseph! Mean old Winter! Congratulations on POTD!

Joanna Daniel

Date: 3/25/2024 2:15:00 AM

Sweet personification, Joseph, congratulations on POTD:)

Regina Mcintosh

Date: 3/24/2024 4:37:00 AM

Love it. God bless you. Congrats on POTD. Love, Gina

Maria Williams

Date: 3/24/2024 1:05:00 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

Date: 3/23/2024 3:21:00 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

Date: 3/23/2024 2:03:00 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

Date: 3/23/2024 1:08:00 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

Date: 3/23/2024 11:04:00 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

Tom Woody

Date: 3/23/2024 10:07:00 AM

We've got about 33° where I am right now so I get it. Nice POTD

Tom Woody
Date: 3/24/2024 8:27:00 AM

Hello Inky

Ink Empress
Date: 3/23/2024 1:09:00 PM

Ah we’ve got 34 degrees and im not liking it very much hah too hot

Bill Baker

Date: 3/23/2024 9:46:00 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

Date: 3/23/2024 9:08:00 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

Date: 3/23/2024 8:51:00 AM

Joseph, congratulations on POTD.

Paula Goldsmith

Date: 3/23/2024 7:56:00 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

Date: 3/23/2024 7:33:00 AM

Winter is back today full force. It matches your great poem. Congratulations for POTD. Enjoy :)

Anne-Lise Andresen

Date: 3/23/2024 6:57:00 AM

- I'm really looking forward to that, Joseph :) - A lovely poem :) - Congratulations on your p.o.t.d. :) - hugs

Linda Alice Fowler

Date: 3/23/2024 6:43:00 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

Date: 3/23/2024 6:41:00 AM

.Congratulations on your POTD. Spring is here, but it's not very warm in the mornings. Good wishes to you.

Regina Elliott

Date: 3/23/2024 6:27:00 AM

Beauteous late winter/early spring POTD, Joseph. A big Congratulations. Enjoy your special poetry day. ~

Vijay Pandit

Date: 3/23/2024 6:18:00 AM

Back with BIG congrats on POTD, Joseph. You captured splendidly the moody season. Enjoy your special day.

Mike Gentile

Date: 3/23/2024 5:19:00 AM

Joseph, congratulations on your seasonal personification! A perfect selection as POTD!!

Rajat Bagchi

Date: 3/23/2024 4:05:00 AM

Nice one Joseph!

Speaks Volumes

Date: 3/23/2024 3:36:00 AM

A lovely poem Joseph. Congrats on the POTD.

Sara Etgen-Baker

Date: 3/23/2024 3:29:00 AM

returning to congratulate you on your POTD designation. When I read this one yesterday, I was hoping it would be selected. Hearty congrats! Enjoy your day.