Summer At a Riverbank

Summer arrives in golden light,
Mountains shed their snowy white.
The river moves with joyful gleam,
Shining bright in the sun’s beam.

Through rocky beds, she winds with ease,
Nourishing earth in tender peace.
Quenching the thirst of Pines and Firs,
Thriving the bushes around her shore.

Seasons shift, and colors grow,
Tree tips shimmer, blossoms show.
Daisies dance in meadows wide,
Sweet peas bloom with gentle pride.

Roses bask in warming rays,
Grapevines promise fruitful days.
Stellar Jays call, loud and free,
Swooping bold from tree to tree.

River whirrs in rhythmic sound,
Phoebes dart and skim the ground.
Gathering meals with steady flight,
Feeding their young in shimmering light.

A mink appears as dusk unfolds,
Gliding quickly through night’s hold.
The midnight bear roams wild and deep,
Claiming the land while others sleep.

By the river’s edge, my spirit sings,
Breathing life where nature springs.
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Greenhough Avatar
August 18, 2025 at 12:56 PM
I like this poem very much. The words touch on the diversity of nature. I especially enjoyed the bear at night. A never ending story.
Kulkarni Avatar
October 23, 2025 at 10:57 AM
Dear Hilda, your visit and kind words brought a smile—thank you for your warmth and encouragement!
Goldsmith Avatar
July 21, 2025 at 9:24 AM
What a wonderful  "Summer At a Riverbank" write. Have a lovely day writing away..................
Kulkarni Avatar
July 25, 2025 at 10:31 AM
Thank you, Paula!!
Baker Avatar
July 12, 2025 at 9:18 PM
A lovely well-written rhyme poem, Smita. Your imagery was pleasing as I read each verse. The words flowed as smoothly as the flowing river. It was a very uplift poem and a pleasure to read. I'll be following your poetry and hope we can become friends. A poet in Texas, Bill
Kulkarni Avatar
July 13, 2025 at 9:51 AM
Thank you for your encouragement, Bill! I appreciate it :)
Gasun Avatar
July 12, 2025 at 6:51 PM
A breathtaking piece my dear poet friend. Love the image and smooth flow of rhymes. Thanks for sharing. God bless! Hugs
Kulkarni Avatar
July 13, 2025 at 9:52 AM
Thank you, Len! I appreciate your visit!
De Beaulieu Avatar
July 11, 2025 at 10:58 AM
Hello Smita, there is a lot of action by the river bank happening. Hugs. /darlene/
De Beaulieu Avatar
July 12, 2025 at 4:08 PM
Hello Smita, the riverbnl os never dull. You are welcome. Hugs. /Darlene/
Kulkarni Avatar
July 12, 2025 at 11:21 AM
So true :) Thank you for stopping by at the riverbank, Darlene!
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