Yearning

How much I long for the day
When the earth turns green again,
I longed for the day when the faded trees will blossom 
and sprout new leaves under the golden sun,
whispering sweet melodies in the wind,
yes, I longed for those days again.

                                                       
       ©2013 Christine Phillips
Copyright © | Year Posted 2013

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Istifa Avatar
March 31, 2013 at 6:27 AM
lovely piece of writing...
Ink-U-Script Avatar
March 18, 2013 at 2:56 AM
I love this write of yours...beautifully written. And yes, this would be a feeling that most of us can relate to. Excellent!!!
Phillips Avatar
March 18, 2013 at 3:07 AM
Thank you for your comment
Manassian Avatar
March 17, 2013 at 2:51 PM
Lovely! I think we all share in your longing, my dear! Beautiful write!
Phillips Avatar
March 18, 2013 at 3:07 AM
Thank you for your comment
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