Paulette Calasibetta Poet Rhyme

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Passing the local horse farm, witnessing the beauty of these beautiful creatures, calm and pensive.....a good way to start the day!

Winter Horses

                                     Horses wearing woolen coats
                                          of red, green and grey,
                           Gather round their daily bale of early morning hay.

                             Nodding, blissful heads, musing as they munch;
                     The earth beneath their steady hooves feel the snowy crunch.

                             Corralled behind sprawling, mended, wooden fences,
                              Curious they gaze with acute and focused senses.

                              Nostrils wide, clouds of breath, circling in rings,
                              Listen closely, hear them softly neigh and sing.




February 4, 2017
March 14, 2024  6th place win in Brian Strands #1294 Poetry Contest

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Gary Radice March 15, 2024 at 11:49 AM Hi Paulette. Long time no read so definitely time for me to catch up with your work. Congratulations on your placement in Brian's contest. I'm glad it placed because its given me the chance to read this; a poem that has so much atmosphere. "Nostrils wide, clouds of breath, circling in rings," is a great line. You've painted a scene in words and I can see it all as if it was me that was passing by. Cheers - Gary Paulette Calasibetta March 15, 2024 at 11:53 AM Hi Gary, glad to see you stopping with such positive comments. Yes, it has been a long time....I got sidetracked for a while and was not active on PS... ( taking courses and had surgery) but I am back now and look forward to enjoying our 'poetic' community. Paulette

Ann Peck November 2, 2021 at 8:27 AM Dear Paulette, You are so wonderful with imagery! I could see those horses, hear them, smell the hay... Just beautiful! Paulette Calasibetta November 2, 2021 at 2:26 PM Ann, You make my day with your uplifting comments! Thank you, but more importantly it pleases me that you can experience "Winter Horses" through my imagery. Blessings, Paulette

Jennifer Fenn October 19, 2020 at 8:38 PM This is a sweet and beautiful poem! I also enjoyed your poems that were emailed to me when you became a lifetime member, especially Tough Love. That was written with such compassion, both for the speaker and for the person needing tough love. Congratulations on becoming a lifetime member. Paulette Calasibetta October 21, 2021 at 7:04 AM Hi Jennifer, I apologize that I never responded to your thoughful comments. I appreciate your stopping by and Thank You! Blessings, Paulette

Franci Hoffman October 19, 2020 at 8:41 AM Oh, this is a delightful poem. Your imagery brought life to your lines. Paulette Calasibetta October 21, 2021 at 7:07 AM Dear Franci, I apologize, seems like I am a year behind. Well I have awakened and wanted to let you know I appreciated your stopping by my page with thoughtful comments. Blessings, Paulette

James Marshall Goff October 18, 2020 at 5:15 PM Enjoyed the sweet rhythm of this perfect poem,Paulette!

Beryl Edmonds October 18, 2020 at 2:40 PM That’s really lovely Paulette, horses are beautiful and you portrayed that wonderfully well in your delightful poem. Belle

W. Blaine Wheeler October 8, 2020 at 6:07 PM Your imagery is well chosen and does not interfere with the poetic picture created. Paulette Calasibetta October 10, 2020 at 8:10 AM Thank you for your encouraging comments. Paulette Calasibetta October 10, 2020 at 8:07 AM Thank you for your encouraging comments.

Marc O'Brien October 7, 2020 at 12:58 PM An artistic vision of the heart always warms the soul. Very good job keeping the innocent image alive Paulette Calasibetta October 10, 2020 at 8:18 AM Thank you. Imagery is what I love best.....letting my words become cinematic.

Dexter Greener October 7, 2020 at 11:27 AM Very descriptive and beautiful Paulette Calasibetta October 10, 2020 at 8:10 AM Thank you.

Robert Lindley March 14, 2018 at 8:44 AM Beautiful and very inspiring scene you paint my friend! A fav....

Chris Hagy February 13, 2017 at 6:46 PM You so beautifully paint the scene Paulette!...we share the same love of these creatures:)

Susan Palli February 5, 2017 at 12:52 PM Great imagery! Nice flow. Well done, Paulette. Paulette Calasibetta February 5, 2017 at 2:34 PM Thank you, Susan. Glad you enjoyed it!

Paul Callus February 5, 2017 at 12:28 PM Hi Paulette! The lovely images you project are ones to which I am quite familiar, since every day I pass a similar scene. The only difference is the lack of snow, because we never get any in Malta. Regards // paul

Carolyn Devonshire February 4, 2017 at 3:15 PM You created a breathtaking image of these "winter horses," dressed for the cold. I don't think God created a more beautiful animal. Wish I could see this site in person. Wonderful writing, Paulette Paulette Calasibetta February 4, 2017 at 4:09 PM Thank you, Carolyn.....yes, they are breathtaking and delightful to watch, they make my day. I stop and check them out every time I drive by.....

John Herlihy February 4, 2017 at 12:51 PM I have next to no experiences with horses, except once as a child, I was put on a pony's back and was terrorized. Yet, they are fascinating, majestic animals. I love the details of your description which really makes them come alive. Well done. JH Paulette Calasibetta February 4, 2017 at 2:04 PM Hi John, my experience is limited but I like you find them fascinating! Have a great week-end!

Daniel Turner February 4, 2017 at 10:53 AM The cold weather makes them frisky, too. I love horses:) Nice poem, Paulette. Paulette Calasibetta February 4, 2017 at 11:27 AM Thanks Daniel....yes....after their breakfast they really perk up....love to watch them run and play.