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Winter Light

Winter Light 1-25-24 ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Winter Light Winter light streaks through trees Laughs in games of freeze tag Plays “catch me, if you can.” Somersaults through the frost Bare light’s playful game plan. Winter light streaks through trees Dashing on north wind’s breath Inhales scent of new snow, Trailing saffron streamers, Dark escapes as light flows. Winter light streaks through trees Pirouettes pastel hues Branches stretch for warm light, Morning light bundles boughs, Chases dark tints from night. Winter light streaks through trees Twirls and shouts, wild and free Shares secrets in dawn’s shades Tints of yellow joy zoom, In shades like gold brocade.

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Paige Hind

Date: 1/31/2024 2:22:00 PM

Very beautiful poetry. I liked the part about chasing darkness away.

Silent One

Date: 1/26/2024 12:32:00 PM

Winter Light' is a captivating ode to the enchanting interplay of light and nature during the cold season. Through vibrant imagery and lyrical language, the poem invites readers to witness the spirited antics of light as it streaks through the trees, infusing the wintry world with warmth and wonder. The personification of light as it laughs, plays freeze tag, and somersaults through the frost lends an endearing charm to the scene, evoking a sense of childlike joy and spontaneity.

Sam Kauffman
Date: 1/27/2024 10:08:00 AM

Thank you so much SO! So many times I have watched winter light wend its way through barren tree limbs, especially at dawn. It is such joyful light that seems to have a personality all its own like a playful, very active, child. I am so glad you found that sense of carefree whimsy in this poem. I had fun imagining sunlight in a winter scene. Although not a morning person, as a skier I have reveled in watching dawn scooting across the mountain! So grateful for your thoughtful feedback! Blessings of light to you!

Paula Goldsmith

Date: 1/26/2024 10:15:00 AM

I enjoyed reading your wonderful "Winter Light" write/story. Have a blessed day writing away......................

Sam Kauffman
Date: 1/26/2024 11:11:00 AM

Thank you, Paula! I love watching winter light through barren tree boughs - so playful! Hope you are staying warm and cozy! Blessings!

Sotto Poet

Date: 1/26/2024 9:44:00 AM

Dear Sam, the poem about playful and transformative nature of winter light as it interacts with the natural world, bringing warmth, beauty, and joy is stunningly descriptive. Your vivid and evocative diction brings the imagery of winter light to life. The use of verbs such as "laughs," "plays," "somersaults," "dashing," "pirouettes," and "twirls" conveys the dynamic and lively nature of the light and "morning light bundles" adds to the musicality of the poem.

Sam Kauffman
Date: 1/26/2024 11:37:00 AM

Dearest friend, I love your idea of the transformative power of light, especially in the winter. For me, winter light changes darkness into a joyful celebration, changes the cold forest into a festive jubilee as it streaks through bare branches especially in the morning! It is a whimsical child. So grateful for your lovely feedback and constant support. You are like winter light in the morning for me! Sending you my gratitude and blessings of light, dear friend!

Robert Sidwell

Date: 1/26/2024 9:09:00 AM

Mmmmm, so deliciously descriptive. No words wasted. A very enjoyable read.

Sam Kauffman
Date: 1/26/2024 11:23:00 AM

Hi Robert! Thank you so much! Sunlight in the dark, short days of winter is such a gift - truly a happy gift that is appreciated like no other time of year! So glad you enjoyed this joyful, happy light! Gratitude and blessings to you!

Tom Cunningham

Date: 1/26/2024 12:39:00 AM

An enjoyable read Sam, the low lying sun creates a stunning light show when they sway in the breeze, over fork over. Tom

Sam Kauffman
Date: 1/26/2024 9:11:00 AM

Hi Tom! Thank you! I love the way sunlight plays off of bare branches in the winter -like a child at play, laughing, doing somersaults - especially after a snowfall. So glad you enjoyed this picture of winter light! Hope you are staying well! Happy weekend! Over Fork Over.

Ink Empress

Date: 1/25/2024 8:30:00 PM

Dear Samszy, this is absolutely stunning and the lyrical flow of your monchielle is so captivating. I love the way youve painted imagery and used alliterations too here in a way that is so creative and pleasing for the soul. I can see through your words winter sun peaking and stretching through trees and pirouetting, what a divine way of describing. You really have a way with words. I especially loves the lines “ Twirls and shouts, wild and free Shares secrets in dawn’s shades” impeccable! BOL

Susan Ashley

Date: 1/25/2024 6:24:00 PM

My Dearest Rhyme Time Friend, your animated imagery captures the magic and mystique of "winter light" with frolicking finesse.. laughing, dashing, pirouetting, twirling and shouting, "wild and free"! Your golden pen seizes the wonderment of winter light and spills it with verve upon the grateful poetic page with amazing verse. I adore "saffron streamers" too btw, the northern lights find their way into another stellar poem in your superb catalog. Your poem is exquisite, my sweet sis! Warmest wishes sent on lengthening rays of laughing light.. ~Susan

Sam Kauffman
Date: 1/25/2024 7:34:00 PM

My Dearest Rhyme Time Friend, your beautiful message is like sunlight streaking through leafless winter trees! I could sit for hours just watching the joyful rhythmic dance of winter light slide through the bare branches in sheer poetry of the season. I am so happy that these lines brought such joy to you on a winter's day. I love your ability to pull out the metaphors and imagery - going to the depth of a poem with clear, and ever so thoughtful, insights. Thank you, sweet poetry sis! I so love your poems and feel so honored by your messages. Sending you blessing on wings of winter joy! So wonderful to share these moments with you!

Tom Woody

Date: 1/25/2024 2:58:00 PM

I've got two big ones filtering the western sun just across the street from me. I see where you're coming from Sam. Nice writing

Sam Kauffman
Date: 1/26/2024 11:40:00 AM

Thank you so much, Tom! We planted two liquid amber trees in our front yard. They create such magic with light and shadows, especially in the winter. Thanks so much for your delightful compliments! Blessings of light to you!