One More Spring

There are many and many of springs I have seen.
How many more springs to be?
While the winter wind blows and I'm freezing my toes,
spring can't come too soon for me.
The first little snowbells are raising their heads,
so small but exceedingly bold,
each playing it's part, announcing spring's start
and bravely ignoring the cold.

Wee was the hummer come sipping today
at the feeder I'd filled to the brim.
He's an early scout for all flavors about.
I am glad I was ready for him.
Tree buds are swelling and early bulbs dwelling
and stirring in their winter beds.
For spring they are yearning and the sun's brighter burning
will fast make them bring out their heads.

The sights and the sounds and scents of springtime
are appealing to all of my senses.
New lambs are let out gamboling about.
They are barely contained by the fences.
I have lived through the winter and it seems there will be
at least one more springtime for me.
I will grab it and savor, thank God for the favor
that I'm here with one more spring to see.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2014

Poem

Post Comments

Poetrysoup is an environment of encouragement and growth so only provide specific positive comments that indicate what you appreciate about the poem. Negative comments will result your account being banned.

Please Login to post a comment

Horne Avatar
March 2, 2014 at 10:16 AM
Jax? I'm leaving comments for myself, LOL. Sorry, I'm in need of a coffee
Horne Avatar
March 2, 2014 at 10:14 AM
this is beautiful, Jax, and I'm sure you'll see many more Springs, my friend xx
Henderson Avatar
February 27, 2014 at 1:49 PM
very nice Joyce. Makes me want to get out and rake my pine straw. Can't wait to see if our hummers come back.
Collins Avatar
February 19, 2014 at 9:16 AM
Dear Joyce - You are a lovely poet. Heart to paper. Your rhyme is sublime. love, Kathy
Dietrich Avatar
February 17, 2014 at 3:10 AM
hey, this is very nice, Joyce. I have one for this contest but I just can't decide if it is actually a ballad or not. So hard with some of these forms to figure that part out. Hope you score high with this delightful poem.
Get a Premium Membership
Turn off ads, get more exposure for your poetry, and get more features with a Premium Membership.
Book: Diverse Voices: The Poetry of Human Rights and the Pursuit of Peace