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On Smiles of Spring

On smiles of spring glows ruby rose Where through thaw fresh lilies arose Flexing zest bright in crimson zeal Blooming sidewalks that flaunt appeal Sporting new growth in hues primrose Remnants of autumn winter froze Till reign of its woes came to close And now life's glee passions reveal On smiles of spring Verdant hills of shamrock meadows Quiver in winds long tree shadows As bowing to earth willows kneel On farms nearby where piglets squeal While song of dawn robins compose On smiles of spring April 22, 2021 Form: Rondeau Eight syllables per line; refrain: four syllables Placed 1st: All yours (Apr 23) contest

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Karen Croft

Date: 1/31/2022 9:04:00 AM

awe yes the things that make you smile especially the piglets squeal!

Karen Croft

Date: 1/19/2022 8:40:00 AM

what a beautiful picture of spring and i hope it comes soon!

Valsa George

Date: 12/3/2021 4:07:00 AM

Out of curiosity, I randomly picked up a poem to find out what a Rondeau is like. Interestingly you are a first place winner there too. It is no surprise for me. You have the calibre, my friend !

Jennifer Proxenos

Date: 4/30/2021 11:41:00 AM

Vijay my friend congratulations for this and every POTD and all the awesome poetry that you write, this one being no exception - love piglets and love to hear them squeal so this goes into my faves. Hugs and blessings, Jennifer.

Joanna Daniel

Date: 4/29/2021 10:42:00 PM

Oh! This is lovely, Vijay:) congratulations on your win:)

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 4/27/2021 2:14:00 PM

very beautiful, and always you write this way, Vijay!

Vijay Pandit
Date: 4/28/2021 4:55:00 AM

So very kind of you Andrea--many thanks.

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 4/27/2021 2:14:00 PM

oh and Congrats!

Vijay Pandit
Date: 4/28/2021 4:55:00 AM

Thanks again, Andrea.

Mike Gentile

Date: 4/26/2021 12:58:00 PM

I love the energy that you have beautiful depicted as Spring does smile on us all! Beautiful poem as usual in your vivid imagery Vijay !! Best of luck!

Vijay Pandit
Date: 4/26/2021 2:52:00 PM

Much appreciate Mike--many thanks for your visit and comments.

Joseph May

Date: 4/26/2021 11:55:00 AM

"While song of dawn robins compose", Great write Vijay, I like the Rondeau form.

Vijay Pandit
Date: 4/26/2021 2:52:00 PM

Thank you Joseph--much appreciate.

Kim Merryman

Date: 4/24/2021 3:57:00 PM

Beautiful imagery, Vijay! Congrats on your win in Brian's contest! Blessings, Kim M

Vijay Pandit
Date: 4/25/2021 5:27:00 AM

Thank you Kim--much appreciate.

Heidi Sands

Date: 4/24/2021 6:25:00 AM

This poem brought a smile. Beautifully written Vijay :)

Vijay Pandit
Date: 4/24/2021 6:46:00 AM

And I see that smile in your lovely comment, Heidi. Much appreciate your visit as always. Many thanks.

Alexis Y.

Date: 4/23/2021 5:05:00 PM

Hi Vijay, I don't understand what happened; I thought I commented on this well-written poem earlier. Like always, your content and imagery are top-notch. You painted such a vivid and beautiful picture with words. Your skillful pen makes your words pop and come alive. I enjoyed the read. Have a wonderful day and weekend, my friend:-)Alexis

Vijay Pandit
Date: 4/24/2021 6:45:00 AM

Thank you my friend for stopping by with your delightful comments. Much appreciate, as always, Alexis. Many thanks.

Jennifer Proxenos

Date: 4/23/2021 10:29:00 AM

The flowers and the trees and the people and the animals (even piglets squeal)they have all been prepared, remained composed, eagerly awaiting the smiles of spring. Blessings and hugsVijay, Jennifer.

Vijay Pandit
Date: 4/23/2021 12:53:00 PM

Much appreciate your visit and comments. Many thanks, Jennifer.

Hilo Poet

Date: 4/22/2021 10:37:00 PM

Former pig farmer kid--true, ere our rooster's crow--nicely done, Vijay, and my compliments on your rondeau win mon ami, Aloha!

Vijay Pandit
Date: 4/23/2021 4:39:00 AM

Delighted by the honor of your visit and comments, William. Much appreciate--many thanks.

Connie Marcum Wong

Date: 4/22/2021 9:35:00 PM

We have spring flowers to cheer us into a safer world. I love this cheerful Rondeau Vijay. Have a lovely day. Blessings xxoo

Vijay Pandit
Date: 4/23/2021 4:38:00 AM

Much appreciate my friend your visit and comments--many thanks.

Regina Mcintosh

Date: 4/22/2021 8:18:00 PM

Beautiful and enchanting... a joy to read. God bless you sweet friend. Love, Gina

Vijay Pandit
Date: 4/23/2021 4:37:00 AM

Thank you Gina--much appreciate.

Janice Canerdy

Date: 4/22/2021 5:08:00 PM

Such vivid, lovely imagery, Vijay--wonderful poem! Janice

Vijay Pandit
Date: 4/23/2021 4:37:00 AM

Thank you Janice--much appreciate.

Brandy Nicole

Date: 4/22/2021 2:48:00 PM

"As bowing to earth willows kneel" Being humble. This is beautiful and tender, all at the same time. *Spring* is smiling at me. Your words lift my heart, my dear friend. :) Brandy

Vijay Pandit
Date: 4/22/2021 4:00:00 PM

Thank you my dear friend. I am happy to read your feedback, as always. Much appreciate, Brandy.

Mystic Rose Rose

Date: 4/22/2021 9:53:00 AM

You seem to ace every form, one day you'll give me tips on how to's, Thankyou for sharing your beautiful heart, Have a great day Vijay

Vijay Pandit
Date: 4/22/2021 3:59:00 PM

You are a master poetess my friend--I appreciate the kind sentiments, Vienna. Many thanks.

Anitha Jayasankar

Date: 4/22/2021 8:08:00 AM

Such beautiful smiles of Spring Vijayji.... Awesome imagery and choice of words... God bless.. ~ Ani

Vijay Pandit
Date: 4/22/2021 3:58:00 PM

Much appreciate Ani--many thanks for your visit and kind remarks.

Ken Rone

Date: 4/22/2021 8:03:00 AM

"...hills of shamrock meadows..." I love it. Great work Vijay. Your labor is to be honored. - Ken

Vijay Pandit
Date: 4/22/2021 3:57:00 PM

So glad you could visit with your cheerful remarks. Much appreciate your visit and comments, Ken--many thanks.

Victor Buhagiar

Date: 4/22/2021 6:01:00 AM

Perfect imagery, a rondeau that is full of visions of wonderful spring. Excellent write. Wish Spring had arrived though.

Vijay Pandit
Date: 4/22/2021 3:56:00 PM

Thank you Victor--your are always very kind. Much appreciate your visit and comments.

Tom Cunningham

Date: 4/22/2021 5:36:00 AM

Beautiful spring imagery Vijay, its been a long time coming but we're enjoying real spring weather at the moment, hope you are too. Tom

Vijay Pandit
Date: 4/22/2021 3:55:00 PM

A bit cooler than normal here for a couple of days, but spring is certainly shining. Many thanks for your comments, Tom--much appreciate.

Demetrios Trifiatis

Date: 4/22/2021 5:22:00 AM

A poetic breeze that caresses Spring's mandel amplifying thus its beauty! Heavenly imagery, my dearest friend, Vijay. Stay safe!

Vijay Pandit
Date: 4/22/2021 3:53:00 PM

That is so special to hear from you my friend. Much appreciate your kind remarks, Demetrios--many thanks.