Patience To See the Difference

As I look at the brown landscape, bare trees and the surrounding pale sky,
All of nature waits in transition for spring to decorate it with vibrant colors
Waiting just the same with things in life that have a way of coming to a standstill
When wishes flourish for better times or positive change from what is disturbing
Although the scene may be bland, far up in the sky retains a sense of open freedom
And if you watch long enough, birds will fly by, moving along with their message
There is always something new to see, beautiful to find, somewhere, anywhere,
With the willingness to take the flight and the patience within to see the difference

Heidi Sands

4/6/21
Copyright © | Year Posted 2021

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April 17, 2021 at 4:15 AM
Hi Heidi - I so enjoyed your Free Verse - if we could only be more patient and grasp the messages birds bring that fly by and just notice the freedom as we look up towards the sky. Such a peaceful write, soothing, collecting our thoughts together and then gather the willingness and patience to take flight and notice the difference within - very deep strong thoughts my friend. Hugs and blessings, Jennifer.
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April 17, 2021 at 5:34 AM
Hi Jennifer. Thank you for your kind feedback on this. I am happy you enjoyed it. I hope you have a nice day today. Hugs :)
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April 11, 2021 at 11:17 AM
Heidi....Flowers in bloom here..... Intoxicating. I had no idea, beauty would bloom so soon. SOUPMAIL is working. Pangie. Xx
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April 11, 2021 at 11:24 AM
Very nice to hear the flowers in bloom there Pangie. Thank you! :)
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April 10, 2021 at 6:30 PM
The title says is all. Yes, we must have patience to see the difference. This is beautiful in so many amazing ways. :) Brandy
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April 11, 2021 at 5:55 AM
Thank you very much Brandy. I hope you have a nice day :)
Ball Avatar
April 9, 2021 at 5:26 AM
Oh Amen and Amen. Wonderful verse and excellent message. God Bless my friend. JB
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April 9, 2021 at 5:58 AM
Thank you very much Judy :) I hope you have a nice day. :)
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April 8, 2021 at 6:52 AM
I just love this one Heidi. Most especially , I love the message of the birds, freedom, beauty and willingness to take flight for positive change! Well done, Happy Thursday xxoo
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April 8, 2021 at 6:56 AM
I am happy to hear you love this one Mike! It is nice to see your comment and feedback. I hope you enjoy today. Thank you! Happy Thursday :)
May Avatar
April 8, 2021 at 5:48 AM
The seasons require patience, Very nicely penned Heidi..
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April 8, 2021 at 6:03 AM
Yes, that's true about having patience. Thank you Joseph :)
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April 7, 2021 at 11:12 PM
Hello Heidi ... mother nature will not allow a vacuum and if left alone beauty returns with birds, insects, and animals to reclaim - thank you Heidi - Lindsay
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April 8, 2021 at 5:30 AM
Thank you for your visit and feedback Lindsay :)
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April 7, 2021 at 4:54 AM
I echo your sentiments, Heidi:-) Terrific piece you've got here, my friend. Hope you have a wonderful day!
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April 7, 2021 at 5:59 AM
Thank you Edward. I appreciate your kind comment and also hope that you have a wonderful day :)
Wolf Avatar
April 6, 2021 at 8:59 PM
The poets are only the interpreters of the gods - Socrates. Which we can plainly see here. Lovely
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April 7, 2021 at 5:59 AM
Thank you White Wolf. I hope all is well and you have a nice day :)
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April 6, 2021 at 11:47 AM
One thing with nature is you cant rush it, it goes at its own pace, we have to learn to be patient. Hope you had a lovely Easter Heidi. Tom
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April 6, 2021 at 12:25 PM
That is true Tom. Easter went well, thank you. I hope you had a nice time too. Thank you very much :)
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April 6, 2021 at 9:42 AM
Awesome write Heidi of splendid observations. Yes, there is always something special that nature evokes no matter the season. Lovely landscapes in your part of the world. Enjoy!
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April 6, 2021 at 12:24 PM
Thank you so much Vijay. I appreciate your feedback always! I hope you have an enjoyable day too :)
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April 6, 2021 at 8:44 AM
Thank you for a timely poem for all. Madelyn McKay
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April 6, 2021 at 12:24 PM
Thank you and you are welcome Madelyn :)
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April 6, 2021 at 7:27 AM
Hi Heidi, You've penned such a well-written poem. I like how used the bare ness of a tree to convey a good message. I enjoyed the read. Have a wonderful day:-) Alexis
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April 6, 2021 at 12:23 PM
Thank you for the kind feedback. I am happy you enjoyed it. I hope you have a nice day too and all is well :)
One Avatar
April 6, 2021 at 7:14 AM
Love your sentiments here... we all need patience, sadly some do not have any..
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April 6, 2021 at 12:22 PM
Thank you Silent One. You are right on that. I appreciate your visit and glad to see you here. I hope all is well and your day is a good one :)
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April 6, 2021 at 6:58 AM
An inspiring profound poem that makes one appreciate more life! Excellent work dearest, Heidi! Hugs xxx
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April 6, 2021 at 7:00 AM
Thank you Demetrios. I appreciate your feedback. Hugs :)
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