Matthew Anish Poet I do not know?

The Difference In the Wind

A difference in 
the wind
     Which is blowing near 
my home
The air is warmer now
     and the wicked winter has died
        Buds rising from the ground 
        sparrows hop along 
near the fountain
     The wind is warmer 
now
     Sunlight dancing in the 
trees
      where the leaves have just 
begun to come forth
     The days are warmer now
Breathe deeply of the 
       verdant air
You'll learn what you must
    And if you don't 
remember the depths of winter
    You are forgiven 
Because they were harsh - very harsh 
  and memories can be deadly
and if you want to forget 
    no one should blame you

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Andrea Dietrich March 12, 2010 at 8:39 PM I just love reading your poems, Matt. you are a favorite poet of mine! LUv, Andrea

Audrey Haick March 12, 2010 at 2:29 PM THis makes me feel sooo happy, Matthew!! And yes, I do want to forget this past winter.. Thanks for this bit of joy... Peace, Audrey

Carolyn Devonshire March 12, 2010 at 1:08 PM Incredible use of imagery, Matthew, and I like the way you tell us it's okay to forget the harshness of winter. I've always believed in putting the hardships of the past behind us and as you say, "no one should blame" one who chooses to revel in the beauty of a new season! Great poem that goes to my favorites. There is meaning below the surface that gives the reader much to ponder. Love, Carolyn