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Winter's

Wondrous

Song

Winter's Wondrous Song

 From out my window, I could see the creek
Its ice, a satin ribbon on the snow
Our winter holiday was just one week
Each day with skates down to the creek we'd go

Upon the birch trees, cardinals would rest
Beneath them lay the prints of hungry deer
For this was nature's turf and I, a guest,
Enjoyed the first few months of each new year

Today, upon a sandy beach I lie
With memories of Northeast winter days
It seems the years since then have just flashed by
But winter's wondrous song in my heart plays

Evoking thoughts of loves lost long ago
Now resting 'neath a shawl of virgin snow
Copyright © | Year Posted 2020

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Lindley Avatar
February 6, 2021 at 10:00 AM
As sonnets go, this one is truly a rare gem. Closing verses as golden as golden can get my friend. Positively inspiring and gives me an idea to maybe compose a sonnet tonight. A fav and truly a very inspiring gift to have found today.. God bless.
La France Avatar
February 5, 2021 at 4:00 PM
Carolyn, congratulations on your win in Brian's Your Choice contest with this excellent poem, well done, I love your presentation and image _Constance
Goldsmith Avatar
February 4, 2021 at 2:01 PM
Back to say, "Congratulations" on this win. It is a "Beautiful" Story/Write. Enjoy your win/day with blessings...............
Brul Avatar
January 25, 2021 at 4:01 AM
Back to fave this poem..I love the last line, "Now resting 'neath a shawl of virgin snow"
Brul Avatar
January 15, 2021 at 5:49 PM
So lovely! You change my viewpoint of winter..A fave..
Devonshire Avatar
January 16, 2021 at 1:46 PM
Thanks! I'll check your page.
Watt Avatar
January 12, 2021 at 11:34 PM
Sharing your love of sonnets, Carolyn. This one is flawless. Love the imagery of winter, the nostalgia of the past, and your seamless flow. Congrats for your POTD and kudos for another wonderful poem ~ John
Devonshire Avatar
January 13, 2021 at 1:05 PM
Yes, I think we both love sonnets. Thanks for the visit and kind words, John. I'll visit your page. Hugs, Carolyn
Marcum Wong Avatar
January 9, 2021 at 10:27 PM
Carolyn, I am so happy to see this outstanding poem on the winners list and that it received POTD! It is so deserving of both. This is a sonnet of immense beauty. Forgive my late response. This lovely poem is going into my faves. Congratulations my friend. You took me there. Blessings xxoo
Devonshire Avatar
January 10, 2021 at 1:31 PM
Thanks for your visit, Connie. Hope to see you posting some new work soon. Thank you for the card that arrived yesterday. Hugs, Carolyn
Rodrigues Avatar
January 5, 2021 at 8:29 PM
Congratulations, Carolyn, on POTD!
Babcock Avatar
January 5, 2021 at 9:28 AM
Love the description in this wonderful poem Carolyn. Wishing you a blessed New Year. Hope all has been well with you. love phyl
Dietrich Avatar
January 3, 2021 at 4:46 PM
POTD AND a win with Emile. Big congrats, my friend.
Fowler Avatar
January 3, 2021 at 9:17 AM
Cozy wintery memories Carolyn. Congratulations on the win! Linda
Pinet Avatar
January 3, 2021 at 8:18 AM
Congratulations Carolyn! Your poem earned a distinguished place in my contest, this contest had 75 poems entered and yet your poem rose to the top ten, you should be proud of your placing, this was a very difficult contest to judge, but your poem caught my eye, well done my friend, Emile.
Devonshire Avatar
January 3, 2021 at 8:41 AM
thanks, emile
George   Avatar
January 3, 2021 at 8:01 AM
I knew I would see this beautiful poem on the winner's list, Carolyn. Many congrats~ ` Elaine
Ball Avatar
January 3, 2021 at 6:04 AM
Beautifully written and so well expressed. The imagery here is lovely and I could see children skating on the pond. Great write my friend. God Bless, JB Sorry I was away so long again. Was feeling ill and nausea for some time with dizzy spells. Finally the pain in my stomach was so bad I called in sick to work. Ended up in E.R. with ruptured appendix and bad stomach infection. Two weeks in hospital then home on total bed rest. Getting stronger now but almost didn't make it.
Devonshire Avatar
January 3, 2021 at 6:25 AM
So sorry to hear this, Judy. I hope the new year brings you health and prosperity!
Callus Avatar
January 2, 2021 at 1:39 PM
This is absolutely beautiful, Carolyn! I can feel the smooth an natural flow of thoughts. Congratulations on p.o.t.d. award. I hope 2021 is being kind to you:) Hugs // paul
Devonshire Avatar
January 3, 2021 at 6:29 AM
Hope you had a wonderful holiday season, Paul. Thanks for your lovely comment. I pray 2021 is a better year for everyone!
Horne Avatar
January 2, 2021 at 7:22 AM
so glad this got potd, hon & i think it'll also get a big win in Emile's contest x
Devonshire Avatar
January 2, 2021 at 9:41 AM
Thanks for reading, Jack. We never know how a judge will view our entries, but I enjoyed writing this. You know how much I love sonnets. Hugs, Carolyn
George   Avatar
January 2, 2021 at 3:53 AM
You paint a beautiful winter wonderland with your words, Carolyn. I especially loved (Its ice, a satin ribbon on the snow...how beautiful! ` Elaine
Devonshire Avatar
January 2, 2021 at 9:46 AM
Thank you, Elaine. That's just how the creek looked from my bedroom window. Lights from a nearby interstate made the ice shine. It's so nice having you back on Soup. We all take breaks sometimes. Wouldn't it be great if Carrie and some of the others returned too? Hope you'll write for my next contest. I'll be offering a nice jewelry prize.
Buhagiar Avatar
January 1, 2021 at 10:16 AM
If you are going to eat chestnuts, see that they are thoroughly boiled and well mashed. Happy New Year. ~~
Hankins Avatar
December 31, 2020 at 8:14 PM
Lovely work, Carolyn. Congrats on your first place win!
Devonshire Avatar
January 1, 2021 at 7:17 AM
Thank you, but the contest has not been judged yet. Have a happy new year!
Nicole Avatar
December 31, 2020 at 5:51 PM
"A satin ribbon on the snow, for this was nature's turf and I, a guest" Such a beautiful thought. The entire poem curls gently around me. You paint such breathtaking images my dear friend. Congratulations Carolyn, on Poem of the Day. :) Happy New Year !! :) Hugs, Brandy
Devonshire Avatar
January 1, 2021 at 7:17 AM
You're so kind, Brandy. Have a blessed new year!
Downing  Avatar
December 31, 2020 at 3:53 PM
Lovely imagery, Carolyn, and congratulations on POTD... best wishes for the new year :)
Devonshire Avatar
January 1, 2021 at 7:24 AM
Best wishes for the new year, Akkina. 2020 won't be hard to beat!
Koplin Avatar
December 31, 2020 at 2:54 PM
That was amazing Carolyn! Congratulations on potd!!
Devonshire Avatar
January 1, 2021 at 7:25 AM
Thanks, Mark. Have a new year filled with joy, prosperity and blessings!
Goldsmith Avatar
December 31, 2020 at 2:40 PM
Congratulations on your POTD win. A "Beautiful" Story/Write. I would take the beach over the snow any day. Enjoy your win. Today, have joy/blessings...............
Devonshire Avatar
January 1, 2021 at 7:30 AM
Maybe we should trade places like in the movie "The Holiday." I would love to spend some time in an area where snow falls and ice freezes for skaters. Best wishes for the new year, Carolyn
Lawless Avatar
December 31, 2020 at 1:37 PM
OH YEAH!!! Give the girl the trophy, the ribbon, the keys to the poet's washroom. Just a magnificent Sonnet IM(ns)HO. The final couplet and last line.....the perfect visual. Way to go Carolyn!!!
Devonshire Avatar
January 1, 2021 at 7:35 AM
LMAO, John! So glad I've found a new friend as the new year opens opportunities for improvement. (I'd love those keys to the poet's washroom.) Thank you for your kind remarks; they mean a lot coming from you and I'll go check your page now...
La France Avatar
December 31, 2020 at 12:30 PM
Carolyn, congratulations on receiving POEM OF THE DAY with this beautifully penned poem _Constance
Devonshire Avatar
January 1, 2021 at 7:44 AM
Your comment is much appreciated, Constance. I will check your page. Best wishes for the new year! Love, Carolyn
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