Spring, the Puppy Season

Nature knows the many greens,
The sour jealous tantrum scenes
To which the other seasons cling,
Should they but hear the name of spring.

New beginnings soon to mesh,
Summer never quite so fresh,
Autumn's tired fruits expire,
Winter's waiting patient ire.

Leaf points struggle through the snow,
The crocus grows so close below,
A breeze with flower-nectar'd bees,
Woodpecker drumbeats in the trees.

Beginning plenty or promise mere,
Tree buds, owl hoots, peepers, hear
Songbirds sing with mate-search meter,
The titmouse chirping, "Peter, Peter!"

Saints renewed and lambs at play,
The old may feel young, they say,
Airy atoms with magic sing,
Ah, to smell the earth in spring.


March 17, 2017

Copyright © | Year Posted 2017



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Date: 4/29/2017 11:47:00 AM
wow, this is wonderful. Not just a poem of spring, so much more to these lines. The portrayal of the other season's jealousy really adds so much here. Truly, spot on.
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Doug Vinson
Date: 4/30/2017 12:33:00 AM
Thanks, Lenna. The seasonal songs are some of the best.
Date: 4/8/2017 1:51:00 PM
You are an accomplished artist with mega talent. This is well written and pleasurable poem to read. The story line flows smoothly and sets the pace for this poem. The theme is maintained throughout the poem and the imagery is good. The reader can relate to the message sent. Nice flow of words and a pleasant sounding poem. Emile. #7
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Doug Vinson
Date: 4/9/2017 10:39:00 AM
Hey Emile. : ) Cheers!
Date: 4/2/2017 8:44:00 AM
Hi Doug, You've penned a good "Spring" piece. You complimented the season very well. I really enjoyed the scene you created. You did all that I asked for. Good content, good imagery and rhyme. Thanks for participating. Congratulations on your placement in my "Spring Time " contest:-) Alexis
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Doug Vinson
Date: 4/2/2017 9:38:00 AM
Alexis. : ) Thank you - it's fascinating to see the different ways people go within contests.
Date: 3/31/2017 1:48:00 PM
Back to congratulate you on your win! I knew this one had to be on the winner's list! Blessings, Kim
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Date: 3/31/2017 1:53:00 PM
Hey Kim, thank you. : )
Date: 3/29/2017 4:41:00 PM
i'm not really a fan of traditional rhyme, but i can see why this was a winner...the first three lines open the poem very well...i'm glad spring has sprung lol i'm a real spring and summer person, can't stand winter
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Doug Vinson
Date: 3/29/2017 6:35:00 PM
Thanks, Charlotte. : ) Yeah - winter: icy roads, vehicles all frosted up, stuff not working, pain in the butt...
Date: 3/26/2017 4:36:00 PM
I love this rhyme Doug!:) It sings of spring:)
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Date: 3/29/2017 6:34:00 PM
Cheers, Chris. : ) Thank you.
Date: 3/22/2017 6:17:00 PM
LOVELY, Doug, just lovely!
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Doug Vinson
Date: 3/22/2017 8:23:00 PM
(((Andrea))) Thank you! Here we are - the beginning of spring, the opposite of the end of summer, as in your poem 'And Sweet Is Her Demise' - one of the best poems I have ever read. Period. : )
Date: 3/18/2017 5:53:00 PM
Doug, this is fantastic! I love the way you described the other seasons and their jealousy of spring. Great work! Blessings, Kim
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Doug Vinson
Date: 3/22/2017 8:21:00 PM
Hey Kim. : ) I think spring has an advantage, coming right after winter. Not that I would trade any of the seasons, nor the heavens, oceans or deserts. Yet when - sooner or later - spring really gets going, then wow is it something.
Date: 3/17/2017 9:08:00 PM
When Nature comes into her own, a smorgasbord of earthy scents, sights and tastes to fill ones Spirit with sheer joy. You've set a poignant scent in this poem, I absolutely love it.
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Maria Williams
Date: 3/17/2017 9:15:00 PM
Sorry meant poignant scene
Date: 3/17/2017 3:26:00 PM
Hello Doug. You have captured the essence of Spring wonderfully. And yes not only to smell the earth but to see the earth and her rebirth color and growth. This was a fine piece of poetry with fine poetic expressions. I loved the title. Well done in its entirety.
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Doug Vinson
Date: 3/18/2017 8:21:00 AM
Greetings, Lisa. : ) Mother Nature knows how to rock and roll.
Date: 3/17/2017 2:49:00 PM
Spring certainly brings out the awe and wonder of all that is new. I love the 'sound effects' of the birds and animals ...very creative...nicely done.:-) blessings, lynn
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Doug Vinson
Date: 3/17/2017 3:35:00 PM
Hey Lynn. : ) Less than 3 days and it begins....
Date: 3/17/2017 10:30:00 AM
You clearly expressed the newness of spring so beautifully, Doug! I enjoyed the read :)
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Date: 3/17/2017 12:27:00 PM
Good deal, Laura. Cheers!
Date: 3/17/2017 4:36:00 AM
Great penmanship in this poem, Doug! You have really excelled yourself here! From a wombat wannabe!
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Date: 3/17/2017 12:21:00 PM
Thank you, Budgie. : ) In Oz there are many wicked spiders.
Date: 3/17/2017 3:36:00 AM
- When spring comes ... everyone will feel young and happy ... like the bear who have slept all winter - A lovely spring poem, Doug - hugs // Anne-Lise :)
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Date: 3/17/2017 12:18:00 PM
Hi Anne-Lise. : ) If I was that bear, I would be so hungry... Off to the smorgasbord of nature.
Date: 3/17/2017 2:51:00 AM
How enchanting your poem my friend, Doug, is as though spring is galloping on the open fields covered by flowers! A 7.
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Demetrios Trifiatis
Date: 3/17/2017 8:24:00 AM
I make certain spring never to leave my rooftop garden. Even with snow and minus temperatures I have managed to keep it alive for to share it with my friends! Hope you enjoy the flowers!
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Doug Vinson
Date: 3/17/2017 3:08:00 AM
Hey Demetrios. : ) Your rooftop garden seems to always have spring in its heart.
Date: 3/17/2017 2:27:00 AM
lambs at play,,,,,,hooray. hooray. good 1.
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Doug Vinson
Date: 3/17/2017 3:10:00 AM
Hi Connie. Thank you. : )
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