Pretty liars

Simple words on a false dawn

I asked the swaying daffodils
by whom they had been sent
I asked if spring their courier
they nodded in assent.

I asked the Apple blossom same
then snowdrops, bluebells too
they all said spring their courier
and that winter now was through.

So I took them at their floral word
believing all they said be true
but woke to find a world of white
"Oh what pretty liars you"

Author's Note

We have had a week of glorious sunshine then snowfall yesterday!

Reviews

[Shelley Warner]

Ah, that was funny. I wasn't expecting the ending, though the title should have warned me. Such nice floral communications only to have winter come back. Here in the Pacific NW, I was on a walk the other day and saw Trillium leaves, promising that the pretty, white, three-petaled blossoms will soon appear. I like your "about me" comment that your pieces are for those without code breaking skills.

[Gee]

Thanks Shelley.
" for those without code breaking skills" :)
I think my poetry must be some of the simplest on here as I write what I like to read, simple, easily understood verse, pose etc.

[Shelley Warner]

I like to write in simple language too.

[Ken Simm.]

Whimsical and so true at the moment.

[Gee]

Thank you Ken

[Cherrie Palmer]

Love the title and how you worked it around nature.

I love it and can relate. I got pelted with ice and snow ❄️ on the way home Thursday night and on April fool's woke to a heavy frost and blackice.
That old Winter just doesn't want to lay low.

[Gee]

Thanks Cherrie. Yep, winter ain't for budging :)

[Mark Henderson]

Beautiful imagery Gee. I enjoyed this poem thoroughly and will make sure to read through your catalogue of work.

[Gee]

Thanks Mark, remember when reading I am a hairy arsed construction worker who plays at this to pass time :))

[knighngale]

wow, he gave you flowers of lament, a perty liar, great read hon, :D

[Gee]

Thank you kindly :)

[knighngale]

most welcome, dear

[Relic]

You capitolized on nature's unexpected plans and made a great rhyming poem out of it. Nice writing, Gee. :)

[Gee]

Cheers Tim, appreciate you stopping by

[KAREN]

This was beautiful! And the ending was awesome! Thought Spring had arrived, then boom, here comes the cold snow!

[Gee]

Thank you Karen

[KAREN]

My pleasure!

[lightsong]

Awaaaa! this is so sweet, so lovely I adore it! today we have a warmer day BUT we had a VERY LONG TWO WEEKS OF COLDNESS AND SNOW AT THE MOUNTAINS! Thank You for the most delightful read dear Gee! Bright Happy Sunshine Vibes sent to there✨✨✨

[Gee]

Thank you kindly. Have a great day

[lightsong]

Have a great day You too my friend :>

[Marina]

Very strange weather nowadays, I agree. Things change so quickly from one extreme to another that it is not at all surprising that you have snow on the edge of Spring's arrival. It's one thing about living in Greece that is advantageous; you can always chase the sun and usually find it somewhere. This is a lovely rhyming fable, Gee. I suggest you keep a jacket close to hand until Spring truly arrives. 💛

[Gee]

HinMarina, thank you.
Yes, a jacket, bonnet and thermal socks :)

[Lisasview]

Funny, Gordon...just as I am typing a review for you I see that you have reviewed one of mine...
I really enjoyed this read first one today while sitting here in getting lighter cold Spain, with a cup of coffee.
Yes, I heard it was snowing in your neck of the woods and in several other countries.. Glorious sun just the day before..
Really enjoyed the words you used to convey your thoughts..Really good..
Lisa

[Gee]

Hi Lisa, thank you kindly.
Just back from walking the pooch

[Lisasview]

Sunny here and back from an hours walk..our gym is closed on the weekends..the walk was great although rather windy..

[Gee]

I'm into a bacon sandwich, coffee then 50km training ride :))
Sums out here but is rather nippy

[Gee]

Grrrrrrrrrrrr, sun is....