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Winter Barns

Silos stand like sentinels Weathered barn doors creak, cows moo The snow dances with delight Birds find shelter in the arms of eaves Poem is written in "Lind30" form. A form developed by Robert Lindley 7/7/7/9 syllable or word count; poets choice. For: Winter Wonders Within Nature Contest Sponsored by: M.L. Kiser Placed 5th in contest

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Connie Marcum Wong

Date: 1/23/2022 9:45:00 PM

I am so happy to see this on the winners list Paulette. I loved this poem and I love Robert’s form. I want to try it. Congratulations on your win. Blessings xxoo

Paulette Calasibetta
Date: 1/24/2022 11:09:00 AM

Hi Connie, Thank you for your kind comment! Yes, try Robert's form, it allows for a broader poetic canvas. Blessings, Paulette

Eve Roper

Date: 1/23/2022 7:50:00 PM

Congratulations on your win, Paulette, great imagery . Hugs and blessings for a better year in your life

Paulette Calasibetta
Date: 1/24/2022 11:10:00 AM

Thank you Eve~Glad I was able to bring the imagery to life. Blessings, Paulette

Christuraj Alex

Date: 1/23/2022 7:11:00 PM

"The snow dances with delight" - Great image. Beautiful poem. Congratulations!

Paulette Calasibetta
Date: 1/24/2022 1:06:00 PM

Glad you enjoyed the snow!! Thanks for stopping by to comment! Cheers, Paulette

Brian Sambourne

Date: 1/23/2022 3:29:00 PM

The imagery in your poem is sharp + reassuring. Thankfully, birds find respite from the cold. Congratulations! Brian

Paulette Calasibetta
Date: 1/23/2022 3:48:00 PM

Thank you Brian~I appreciate you stopping by to comment. Cheers, Paulette

Paul Callus

Date: 1/15/2022 2:28:00 PM

Beautifully described this captivating winter scene, Paulette! Congratulations on p.o.t.d. award. // paul

Paulette Calasibetta
Date: 1/16/2022 4:03:00 PM

Thank you Paul~the winter landscape is magical! :) Paulette

Valsa George

Date: 1/12/2022 10:46:00 PM

Beautiful winter imagery ! Congratulations dear Paulette on your honor !

Paulette Calasibetta
Date: 1/13/2022 5:23:00 AM

Valsa, thank you for stopping by to comment on my POTD. I tried a new poetry form created by Robert Lindley. The new form allows the poet to have a bit more flexibility with a 7/7/7/9 syllable count. Blessings, Paulette

Tania Kitchin

Date: 1/12/2022 6:45:00 PM

Wonderful imagery Paulette, congratulations on POTD!

Paulette Calasibetta
Date: 1/13/2022 5:18:00 AM

Thank you Tania. The winter landscape is rich with imagery and I am glad I was able to bring it to you. Blessings, Paulette

Connie Marcum Wong

Date: 1/12/2022 6:40:00 PM

A serene scene Paulette. Congratulations on having this lovely poem honored with POTD! Blessings xxoo

Paulette Calasibetta
Date: 1/13/2022 5:17:00 AM

Connie, Thank you for stopping by to comment on my POTD. I utilized a new form, created by Robert Lindley, which was delightful to work within the 7/7/7/9 syllable count, giving short verse a bit more creative room. Blessings, Paulette

Brandy Nicole

Date: 1/12/2022 6:34:00 PM

I enjoy watching as, "Snow dances with delight" There is something magical about such a moment. The scene you paint with your words is beautiful and elegant, all at the same time. Congratulations Paulette, on Poem of the Day. Many wonderful blessings to you. :) Hugs, Brandy

Paulette Calasibetta
Date: 1/13/2022 5:13:00 AM

Yes, I agree, there is much magic in winter, and I am happy to know that I was able to create the imagery to bring it to you. Blessings, Paulette

P.S. Awtry

Date: 1/12/2022 5:52:00 PM

a country morning (sigh). I wish everyone could experience morning in the country! very nice. congratulations on POTD!

Paulette Calasibetta
Date: 1/13/2022 5:11:00 AM

Yes, a beautiful "country morning". Thanks for stopping by my page to comment. :)Paulette

Charles Messina

Date: 1/12/2022 4:59:00 PM

Lovely, Paulette. Congrats on POTD honors. Enjoy! ~Charlie

Paulette Calasibetta
Date: 1/13/2022 5:10:00 AM

Glad you enjoyed it. I attempted a new poetry form by Robert Lindley and the creative juices flowed. Blessings, Paulette

Debra L Brown

Date: 1/12/2022 2:38:00 PM

Hi! Paulette, Back to wish you Congrats on your POTD. Blessings ~ Debra

Paulette Calasibetta
Date: 1/13/2022 5:08:00 AM

Thanks so much Debra, this was an attempt at a new poetry form by Robert Lindley that gave me the creative juices. :) Paulette

Robert Lindley

Date: 1/12/2022 1:18:00 PM

Hearty congratulations my friend. You gave us a very fine new creation and received a POTD for that newly inspired gift presented to this site. I thank you for using my new Lind30 poetry form. This is to me a wonderful gift as well. God bless..

Paulette Calasibetta
Date: 1/12/2022 1:44:00 PM

And congratulations to you as well! Your Lind30 form allows for a broader canvas of creativity for short verse. Congratulations to US! Blessings My Friend, Paulette

Jan Allison

Date: 1/12/2022 12:08:00 PM

wonderful imagery and I am sure Robert will be thrilled at the use of his form, many congrats on POTD x

Paulette Calasibetta
Date: 1/12/2022 1:46:00 PM

Thank you Jan~I am thrilled to have had the opportunity to explore his new Lind30 form. I feel we are sharing the honor of POTD! Blessings, Paulette

Robert Lindley
Date: 1/12/2022 1:22:00 PM

Thank you my friend. You said it so very true. Paulette has given us this new gem and her inspired thoughts in verse were awarded and thus recognized for the wonderfully descriptive imagery, depths and beauty therein.

Jeanne Mcgee

Date: 1/12/2022 9:58:00 AM

I truly enjoyed the vision and love the last bit "arms of eaves". Congrats on your POTD

Paulette Calasibetta
Date: 1/12/2022 12:49:00 PM

Hi Jeanne, Thanks for stopping by to comment~and yes the last line "arms of eaves" warmed my heart too! :)Paulette

Panagiota Romios

Date: 1/12/2022 9:17:00 AM

Congrats! Panagioita xxoo

Paulette Calasibetta
Date: 1/12/2022 9:19:00 AM

Many thanks Panagioita~ :)Paulette

Bill Baker

Date: 1/12/2022 9:07:00 AM

Glad the birdies found someplace to shelter. Lovely poem, Paulette. Bill Congradulations on POTD!

Paulette Calasibetta
Date: 1/12/2022 9:18:00 AM

Thank you Bill~ LOL.....yes, those 'birdies' seem to find shelter! Thanks for stopping to comment. :)Paulette

Vijay Pandit

Date: 1/12/2022 9:05:00 AM

BIG congrats Paulette, on POTD. Skillfully evoked images in this new form.

Paulette Calasibetta
Date: 1/12/2022 9:19:00 AM

Glad you enjoyed the images I evoked; a fun write. Thanks for stopping by to comment. :)Paulette

L Milton Hankins

Date: 1/12/2022 8:01:00 AM

Wow! Such a wonderful example of Robert's 7/7/7/9 Lind30 form. I really enjoyed it. Congratulations on P.O.T.D.!

Paulette Calasibetta
Date: 1/12/2022 8:04:00 AM

Robert opened a pandoras box~the form is compelling. I awoke at 3:00 a.m. to write and here I am with a P.O.T.D. Milton, thank you for your "Wow" comment. Blessings, Paulette

Paula Goldsmith

Date: 1/12/2022 7:39:00 AM

Congratulations on your POTD win. A "Wonderful" poem and new style. Love It. Have a blessed day writing away...............

Paulette Calasibetta
Date: 1/12/2022 7:59:00 AM

Paula, Thank you for commenting on my POTD. The new form that Robert Lindley created gave me such inspiration! Blessings, Paulette

Darlene De Beaulieu

Date: 1/12/2022 6:40:00 AM

Hello Paulette, Great PDTO I enjoyed reading. Enjoy your day my friend. Hugs.

Darlene De Beaulieu
Date: 1/12/2022 10:20:00 AM

Hello Paulette, you are welcome . Enjoy your day. Hugs.

Paulette Calasibetta
Date: 1/12/2022 7:33:00 AM

Thank you Darlene~You too have a wonderful day! :)Paulette

Kenneth Cheney

Date: 1/12/2022 6:26:00 AM

Wonderful POTD. The title and text of the poem create vivid scene in my mind or memory. Thanks.

Paulette Calasibetta
Date: 1/12/2022 7:34:00 AM

As Kenneth, valuable memories aren't they? Glad you enjoyed Winter Barns! :)Paulette

Heidi Sands

Date: 1/12/2022 5:46:00 AM

Beautiful POTD Paulette. Congratulations. Enjoy :)

Paulette Calasibetta
Date: 1/12/2022 7:35:00 AM

Thank You Heidi~I appreciate your stopping by to comment. Have a wonderful day! :) Paulette

John Lawless

Date: 1/12/2022 5:40:00 AM

you have given the old red barn a new life and purpose with this brilliant imagery Paulette. Way to go.....

Paulette Calasibetta
Date: 1/12/2022 7:37:00 AM

There is something very magical about winter, how everyday surroundings emerge into fantasy. Glad you enjoyed it. :)Paulette

Joseph May

Date: 1/12/2022 5:27:00 AM

Lovely write Paulette, Congrats on POTD

Paulette Calasibetta
Date: 1/12/2022 7:39:00 AM

I find winter to be magical, the catalyst of poetry! Thanks for commenting! :)Paulette