Snow

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[Quite honestly, I have no idea when I wrote this poem, but it was probably in the early 1960s. It was included in my first poetry chapbook, "The Lady in the Pink Hat," Candor Press, 1969. It is the last poem from this chapbook that I am sharing here at Poetry Soup. I hope readers have enjoyed some of the poems written during my student days.]

Snow lies fleecy on the plain Blotting out the winding lane On the hillside snow has spread The blanket for earth's cozy bed Frosts the towering stately pines Rests in graceful curving lines Tucks away the sleeping flowers In precious, whitened icy towers Peaceful quiet pervades the air Leaving only whispers where Once were scuffling costumed leaves Chattering breezes through the trees In the valley all is white By the snow that fell last night Silent, silent is the glow Of freshly-fallen lacy snow.

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Caren Krutsinger

Date: 6/14/2021 5:37:00 AM

These two lines capture snow's essence perfectly Hank. "Peaceful quiet pervades the air Leaving only whispers where" The rest was just frosting on this cake.

L Milton Hankins
Date: 6/14/2021 9:02:00 AM

Thanks, Caren. It was written so long ago, I don't even recall what prompted it, but I assume it was wintertime and the trees were covered. I liked what Demetrios said about it.

Demetrios Trifiatis

Date: 6/13/2021 3:03:00 AM

Snows purity is something envied by our soul, my dearest friend, L MILTON. Still your poem reflects the freshness of youth. Blessings.

L Milton Hankins
Date: 6/13/2021 8:00:00 AM

Your thoughts are so much appreciated, Demetrios. You know, I think it does.

Judy Ball

Date: 6/12/2021 7:01:00 PM

WoW Milton! This is lovely. Excellent in every way. My kind-a poem. God Bless, JB

L Milton Hankins
Date: 6/12/2021 7:57:00 PM

Thank you so much, JB. As I said, it's a real oldie, but I do appreciate that you liked it.

Regina Mcintosh

Date: 6/12/2021 6:36:00 PM

This is amazing. I love it :) I don't like snow but adore your poem. God bless you always, Love, Gina

L Milton Hankins
Date: 6/12/2021 7:58:00 PM

Thanks, Gina. I'm so glad you liked it. It has been around a long, long time.

David Mchattie

Date: 6/12/2021 6:25:00 PM

On a hot day this is very refreshing. Wonderful imagery. I didn't become interested in poetry until I saw 'Dead Poet's Society.' Too busy chasing girls in college. have a good day my friend.

L Milton Hankins
Date: 6/12/2021 8:01:00 PM

Thanks for your read and your thoughtful comment, David. I've been writing since I was in graded school. Thanks, too, for your well-wishes.