Doug Vinson Poet Rhyme

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

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Lenna Walker April 29, 2017 at 11:47 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. Doug Vinson April 30, 2017 at 12:33 AM Thanks, Lenna. The seasonal songs are some of the best.

Emile Pinet April 8, 2017 at 1:51 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 Doug Vinson April 9, 2017 at 10:39 AM Hey Emile. : ) Cheers!

Alexis Y. April 2, 2017 at 8:44 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 Doug Vinson April 2, 2017 at 9:38 AM Alexis. : ) Thank you - it's fascinating to see the different ways people go within contests.

Kim Merryman March 31, 2017 at 1:48 PM Back to congratulate you on your win! I knew this one had to be on the winner's list! Blessings, Kim Doug Vinson March 31, 2017 at 1:53 PM Hey Kim, thank you. : )

Charlotte Puddifoot March 29, 2017 at 4:41 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 Doug Vinson March 29, 2017 at 6:35 PM Thanks, Charlotte. : ) Yeah - winter: icy roads, vehicles all frosted up, stuff not working, pain in the butt...

Chris Hagy March 26, 2017 at 4:36 PM I love this rhyme Doug!:) It sings of spring:) Doug Vinson March 29, 2017 at 6:34 PM Cheers, Chris. : ) Thank you.

Andrea Dietrich March 22, 2017 at 6:17 PM LOVELY, Doug, just lovely! Doug Vinson March 22, 2017 at 8:23 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. : )

Kim Merryman March 18, 2017 at 5:53 PM Doug, this is fantastic! I love the way you described the other seasons and their jealousy of spring. Great work! Blessings, Kim Doug Vinson March 22, 2017 at 8:21 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.

Maria Williams March 17, 2017 at 9:08 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. Maria Williams March 17, 2017 at 9:15 PM Sorry meant poignant scene

Lisa Ricci March 17, 2017 at 3:26 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. Doug Vinson March 18, 2017 at 8:21 AM Greetings, Lisa. : ) Mother Nature knows how to rock and roll.

Lynn Marie March 17, 2017 at 2:49 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 Doug Vinson March 17, 2017 at 3:35 PM Hey Lynn. : ) Less than 3 days and it begins....

Laura Leiser March 17, 2017 at 10:30 AM You clearly expressed the newness of spring so beautifully, Doug! I enjoyed the read :) Doug Vinson March 17, 2017 at 12:27 PM Good deal, Laura. Cheers!

White Wolf March 17, 2017 at 4:36 AM Great penmanship in this poem, Doug! You have really excelled yourself here! From a wombat wannabe! Doug Vinson March 17, 2017 at 12:21 PM Thank you, Budgie. : ) In Oz there are many wicked spiders.

Anne-Lise Andresen March 17, 2017 at 3:36 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 :) Doug Vinson March 17, 2017 at 12:18 PM Hi Anne-Lise. : ) If I was that bear, I would be so hungry... Off to the smorgasbord of nature.

Demetrios Trifiatis March 17, 2017 at 2:51 AM How enchanting your poem my friend, Doug, is as though spring is galloping on the open fields covered by flowers! A 7. Demetrios Trifiatis March 17, 2017 at 8:24 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! Doug Vinson March 17, 2017 at 3:08 AM Hey Demetrios. : ) Your rooftop garden seems to always have spring in its heart.

Connie Pachecho March 17, 2017 at 2:27 AM lambs at play,,,,,,hooray. hooray. good 1. Doug Vinson March 17, 2017 at 3:10 AM Hi Connie. Thank you. : )