Meandering

I followed paths, meandering
And noting all the joys of spring – 
The trees in blossom, bright green grass,
All seen without a pane of glass
Preventing me from such a treat – 
The scent of flowers, soft and sweet.

This all took place in early morn
Beyond my walk, for I was torn
With wanting to remain outside
Or following the stay-in guide.
My compromise – some extra time,
Not yet considered as a crime.

The park was empty, so I heard
The chirp and twitter of each bird.
I breathed in deep without my mask,
Nobody taking me to task.
At last, fulfilled, I headed home,
Content enough to write my poem.

May 2, 2020
“Spring Rhyme Poetry Contest”
sponsored by Emile Pinet
Copyright © | Year Posted 2020

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Gauthier Avatar
June 2, 2020 at 11:55 PM
Sounds like a lovely morning, Ilene.
Watt Avatar
May 9, 2020 at 6:37 PM
Ilene, a gorgeous spring write and a fine win. Congratulations~ ~ John
Pinet Avatar
May 9, 2020 at 10:20 AM
Congratulations Ilene! Your refreshing poem earned “Third” place in my contest. It made me want to get out and take in spring's beauty and aroma, well done my friend.
Bauer Avatar
May 9, 2020 at 2:09 PM
thank you so much, emile! i'm thrilled to be on your winners' list!
Rigoler Avatar
May 6, 2020 at 2:54 PM
I wasn't feeling tiptop for several days, Ilene, so I did virtually nothing, except took the dog out and got some fresh air along with many naps. I drafted, very quickly, a few poems on Trump which I now must edit to my satisfaction. I enjoyed "Meandering", particularly these lines: "The trees in blossom, bright green grass, / All seen without a pane of glass." Thanks for the stop by. / M
Krutsinger Avatar
May 4, 2020 at 6:33 AM
I am so glad I live in the country where no one is coming within a thousand yards of me; so very very glad! This poem reminds me to be grateful so thank you.
Leffanta Avatar
May 3, 2020 at 1:37 PM
When something is taken away, it is always missed, so please keep writing such eloquent and charming verses! Aloha! Rico
Dietrich Avatar
May 3, 2020 at 1:05 PM
So nice, Ilene. Are you allowed in the Big Apple to go into parks? Everyone in Utah is going to parks or walking around in their neighborhoods. You kind of wrote a bit like I did when I did my poem For Normalcy.
Leffanta Avatar
May 3, 2020 at 1:38 PM
I thought everyone in Utah was out looking for Jonathan Seagull? Aloha! Rico
Wolf Avatar
May 2, 2020 at 9:52 PM
Three cheers for compromise! Great executive decision-making there, Ilene! Wonderful poem! :) gw
Pigeon Tart Avatar
May 2, 2020 at 7:50 PM
Enjoyed this. Having a dog, having to walk it, is key to my sanity at the best of times, and ooh la la, the worst of times especially so. Mo hugs
Allison Avatar
May 2, 2020 at 5:51 PM
absolutely charming Ilene you are up with the lark enjoying the beauty of the nature around you - something many people just take for granted, enjoy your morning walks, son came out with us today, walked by the coast it was glorious:-) hugs Jan xx
Mcconnell Avatar
May 2, 2020 at 5:23 PM
A rather fine piece ilene, lovely rhyme and flow with good expression too. Take care and keep safe and well,Blessings always,Gordon
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