Winter

The sun breaks through the grey morning mist,
                     Winter boughs glazed in shimmering light,
                     Dew drops glisten, caress and kiss,
                     Birds chirp in the thicket, before they take flight,
                     Quietly the sun slips into repose, arousing the portal of night









  For: Winter Quintain Poetry Contest
  Sponsored by: Francine Roberts
  Placed 3rd in contest
  December 29th, 2021
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Gondolf Avatar
January 20, 2022 at 5:57 AM
Beautiful imagery in this piece, Paulette, congrats on your placement. John
Gondolf Avatar
January 20, 2022 at 10:06 AM
Even though it was a contest, I don't view it as a competition, Paulette, we are both just writers, writing from our hearts. In my mind that makes us both winners!
Calasibetta Avatar
January 20, 2022 at 8:15 AM
Thank you John~you are a tough competitor! I appreciate your stopping by to comment. Blessings,Paulette
Alex Avatar
January 19, 2022 at 8:40 PM
Vivid scene. Beautifully narrated. Congratulations!
Calasibetta Avatar
January 20, 2022 at 4:39 AM
Christuraj, thanks for stopping by to comment. :)Paulette
Roberts Avatar
January 19, 2022 at 8:06 PM
congrats on your win in my contest , you had a lot of great competition but tied for third place
Calasibetta Avatar
January 20, 2022 at 4:39 AM
Francine, thank you for your kind comment; and yes, I would say my competition was deserving of their placements. :)Paulette
Rodrigues Avatar
January 19, 2022 at 7:03 PM
A pretty scene! Congratulations!
Calasibetta Avatar
January 20, 2022 at 4:40 AM
Thank you Kim. :)Paulette
Agustin Avatar
January 19, 2022 at 6:57 PM
Wow! Congrats! Thanks for sharing this... making me virtually experience wintry delight in my "winterless" country... though it's cold in our place now. God bless you.
Calasibetta Avatar
January 20, 2022 at 4:43 AM
Dear Beata, thank you for stopping by and glad I was able to bring you a vivid image of winter. You get the best of both worlds~living where there is no biting chill, but experiencing the beauty of the winter landscape elsewhere. Blessings, Paulette
Lindley Avatar
January 10, 2022 at 5:51 PM
I love poems about winter , although I am not a big fan of winter myself. This creation sets a high mark, imho. So much presented in so few verses. That takes real talent and a keen poetic mind to accomplish. A fav-- and a fine gem too. God bless.
Calasibetta Avatar
January 10, 2022 at 5:54 PM
Hi Robert, I too do not like the cold but find winter extraordinary to write about. Sometimes I believe Winter is my muse. Thanks for your lovely comments. P.S. I just posted my "Lind30"....LOL "Winter Barns" Blessings my friend, Paulette
Sambourne Avatar
January 8, 2022 at 9:41 PM
Your incisive take on winter brings the season into full, forceful view. Congratulations! Brian
Calasibetta Avatar
January 9, 2022 at 6:13 AM
Happy New Year Brian~Thanks for stopping by my page~glad I was able to bring the winter landscape to you in “forceful view”. :)Paulette
Callus Avatar
December 31, 2021 at 5:46 AM
Your vivid imagery steals the reader's attention as day starts and ends, Paulette. ~ May I take this opportunity to wish you a Happy & Prosperous New Year // paul
Calasibetta Avatar
December 31, 2021 at 6:54 AM
Paul I also wish for you a Very Happy, Healthy and Prosperous New Year. Let us hope for a world where we can find peace and harmony. Blessings, Paulette
Sands Avatar
December 31, 2021 at 5:28 AM
I am glad to be led to this beautiful poem. It brings much peace too. A Favr for me :)
Calasibetta Avatar
December 31, 2021 at 6:55 AM
Thank you Heidi for your kind comments. It warms my heart to know my message brought peace to you, let us hope for peace and harmony in the new year. Happy New Year! Blessings, Paulette
Marcum Wong Avatar
December 30, 2021 at 6:11 AM
Gorgeous imagery Paulette. New year blessings xxoo
Calasibetta Avatar
December 30, 2021 at 7:28 AM
Thank you Connie....glad you enjoyed it. Wishing you the Best for 2022! Blessings, Paulette
Buhagiar Avatar
December 30, 2021 at 1:49 AM
Wonderful description of winter at sunset.
Calasibetta Avatar
December 30, 2021 at 7:30 AM
You are so supportive~Thank you as always for your uplifting comment. Wishing you all the best for 2022. P.S. I just read an article on one of the best places to retire and Valletta Malta was praised for its beauty! Blessings, Paulette
Faulkner Avatar
December 29, 2021 at 9:28 PM
So lovely, it shows all the brief beauty of a winter day turning to night! best wishes for the contest~
Calasibetta Avatar
December 30, 2021 at 7:31 AM
Thank you Michelle....if we look we can find beauty all around us. Wishing you all the best for 2022! Blessings, Paulette
Boles Avatar
December 29, 2021 at 8:53 PM
I feel so comfortably warm and cozy reading this elaborate poem Paulette! Thank you. Happy New Year!...ab
Calasibetta Avatar
December 30, 2021 at 7:33 AM
Dear Anselmo, Thank you for your kind comments; happy that my poem invoked a feeling of warmth for you. All the best in 2022! Blessings, Paulette
Ray Choudhury Avatar
December 29, 2021 at 6:21 PM
Dear Paulette, I really love your melodious description of winter in a beautiful poetic form. "Dew drops glisten, caress and kiss" - dew drops are my favourite part of nature. Thank you for reading my poem, your comment touched my heart. Wish you all the best in the New Year! Love and blessings ~ Mala
Calasibetta Avatar
December 30, 2021 at 7:37 AM
Dear Maia, You are so sweet, your comments always warm my heart~I am glad I was able to warm your heart too! I can see what a beautiful soul you are, your work reflects it time and time again. Wishing you all the best in the New Year! Blessings, Paulette
Cunningham Avatar
December 29, 2021 at 2:27 PM
You captured the winter scene well Paulette. Good luck in the contest. Tom
Calasibetta Avatar
December 29, 2021 at 5:46 PM
Thank you Tom.....the landscape of winter speaks volumes. Thanks for stopping by. Blessings, and Happy New Year, Paulette
Buhagiar Avatar
December 29, 2021 at 12:33 PM
This is very beautiful, a wintry magnificent wintry scene. Loved it.
Calasibetta Avatar
December 29, 2021 at 1:19 PM
Thank you Victor...I always appreciate you stopping by with such encouraging comments. Want to wish you a Very Happy New Year! Blessings, Paulette
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