Wendy Watson Poet Sonnet

Winter Wonderland

I woke up early one cold winter's morn;   *
A ray of light had roused me from my sleep,
And gazing at the rose-pink blush of dawn
My eyes excitedly began to sweep
Across the frosted landscape to the deep
Soft bed of snow on fields and hillside steep.

The world had been transformed beyond compare.
A pristine blanket clothed the frozen ground.
As sunlight filtered through the frosty air
Such dazzling brightness shimmered all around.
Soft flurries of light snow fell without sound
And silhouettes with crystal glace were crowned.

A child-like joy embraced my ageing heart
To see this winter wonderland unfold.
A spectacle of such majestic art
Its silver sheen more dazzling still than gold.
A stunning transformation to behold
Of origin divine and imprint bold.

And though now frail, come morning light I planned
To take a little walk through virgin land.

*(Please note that in British English, ‘morn’ and ‘dawn’  are a perfect rhyme)

26/12/18

'Winter wonderland poetry contest' : Sponsor :Émile Pinet

'Winter Wonders Within Nature Poetry Contest'
Sponsor:M. L. Kiser

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Mark Toney October 22, 2019 at 8:20 AM Wendy, your poem has captured the wonder of first snowfall, something we experienced every year until we moved to more southern climes. Our city averages zero inches of snow a year! So this is a Fav for me :) ~Mark Wendy Watson October 22, 2019 at 8:52 AM Thank you for 'stopping by' to read and comment,Mark. I don't think we ever quite grow out of that magical moment we draw the curtains to the fresh fall of snow. Thankfully I am not as old and frail as my fictional observer above so I can get out and enjoy it!

Line Gauthier January 1, 2019 at 11:55 AM Lovely, Wendy. Perfect ending with such grandiose imagery. Wendy Watson October 22, 2019 at 8:53 AM Thank you so much,Line. We're still children at heart when it comes to snowfall!

Connie Marcum Wong December 31, 2018 at 3:44 PM Wendy,this enchanting poem celebrates the winter season in all its glory! Just beautiful imagery makes this so poem special! Congratulations on your high placement! Happy New Year! I loved your entry! : ) xxoo Wendy Watson October 22, 2019 at 8:54 AM Thank you Connie. My Aunt lives in Toronto and has so much snowfall that she might not enjoy this one quite so much. It's more of a novelty for the Brits!

Emile Pinet December 31, 2018 at 10:22 AM Congratulations Wendy, your poem earned a distinguished place in my contest, due to the exacting syllable counts and perfect rhyme requirements this contest was very tough to judge, well done my friend, Emile. Wendy Watson December 31, 2018 at 10:36 AM I'm delighted that you enjoyed my version, Émile and thank you for setting a contest which really fired our imaginations. Best wishes Wendy

Caren Krutsinger December 26, 2018 at 11:41 AM I started to highlight my favorite parts, and realize they are all my favorite parts Wendy. "A child-like joy embraced my ageing heart to see this winter wonderland unfold. a spectacle of such majestic art its silver sheen more dazzling still than gold." is my ultimate most favorite part. Merry Christmas! Wendy Watson December 31, 2018 at 10:41 AM Caren, thank you for all your supportive encouragement over the past few months. It has helped me to grow in confidence as a fledgling poet!