The Snowman

 

 

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When the snowfall, soft and gentle

floats from heaven feather light

over valleys over hilltops

graceful in its tender flight,

landing softly, tiny snowflakes

form blankets of purest white

 

 

Woolen mittens catching snowflakes

and a bit of winter storm,

blending with imagination

the snowman slowly takes form,

as we watch from foggy windows

in our homes toasty and warm

 

 

Winter air is cold and chilly

with a bite, December frost

sends a shiver to the snowman

eyes of coal and smile embossed

in the snowfall, though it’s loving

still he seems alone and lost

 

 

In his world filled with icicles

heartwarming his vision stands

Yet look closely at the snowman

with no one to hold a hand

made of branches, a tree bare as

 his icy white wonderland

 

 

Can he hear the choirs singing

of a joyous holiday

or the sleigh bells gently ringing

as the children run and play?

Does he know that it is Christmas

and the New Year’s on its way?

 

 

Perhaps he fears for the springtime

when the sun brilliant and bright

warms the shadows on his blanket

covered in cool winter white

and his only gift this Christmas

is the snowfall, feather light

 

 

Red and green bows dress our doorsteps

as our holiday dreams of

mama’s fruitcake, friends and family

fill our hearts with warmth and love,

while the snowman in his white world

catches snowflakes from above

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Reviews

[Gleb Zavlanov]

So wintry, yet so warm. Once again, your talent for poetry shines through every word. I loved how this poem encapsulates the creation of something inanimate, yet makes it seem as if it has life. Wonderful job!

One little suggestion:

I think the last line of stanza 5 should be: and that New Year's on its way.

[MsJewel]

Thank you for your lovely comment and suggestion. I agree. It reads better your way. Thank you! :) Julie

[Gleb Zavlanov]

It was my pleasure. :)

[Trevor Barnett]

Beautiful scenery you've create here Julie. Sometimes i feel like that snowman standing still watching others live their life.

[MsJewel]

I feel that way too Trevor. Thanks for your wonderful comment :) Julie

[MAC]

how wonderfully written this is....very unique in a good way :) ever so creative you are Miss Jewel

[MsJewel]

Thank you my sweet and talented friend :) Julie

[MAC]

you trying to make me blush? ~L~ you are welcome Julie :)

[R. L. Hill]

Awww...I love how you brought the image of Christmas essentially through the eyes of the snowman. "Can her hear the choirs singing of joyous holiday or the sleigh bells gently ringing as the children run and play?" What an adorable two lines. You made me sad for him in a way as well, even if he is just a snowman. Great job!

[MsJewel]

Thank you my sweet friend :) Julie

[jacob erin-cilberto]

i love this...it reminds me of christmas when i was a kid...when it still had the meaning it should...when the season felt warm, despite how cold it was outside.

jacob

[MsJewel]

Thank you Jacob! Wishing you a warm and wonderful Holiday Season! :) Julie

[Rita L. Sev]

Your poem makes me want to go outside and hug all the snowmen I see (though I'd get a chill, and he might melt a bit...) Beautiful winter images and wonderful rhyme make this a seasonal delight!

[MsJewel]

Great idea - but it may be a bit cold. Thanks so much for stopping by and commenting! Happy Holidays! :) Julie

[wordman]

this poem made me want to go outside and make a snowman Julie
merry Christmas to you and yours

[MsJewel]

Merry Christmas to you and your family Ron! Hugs, Julie

[Scott Metro]

This is beautiful...an old fashion sort of warmth.
I like the homey flavor...
Very pretty.......
Scott

[MsJewel]

Thank you Scott. Happy Holidays! :) Julie

[Muse]

Your words danced across the page like tiny snowflakes...I stood ready and waiting...hoping to catch one on my nose or tongue.



Perhaps he fears for the springtime
when the sun brilliant and bright
warms the shadows on his blanket
covered in cool winter white
and his only gift this Christmas
is the snowfall, feather light

*enchanting*

[MsJewel]

Thank you for your lovely comment! :) Julie

[Tom C]

I laughed for you caught the essence of the snowman a the "Bite" of winter on us and him. Lovely.
Thank you for sharing.

[MsJewel]

Thank you for your wonderful comment Tom! :) Julie

[Baby Ricochet]

Lovely poem as always jewel. We're a little short on snow around these parts. I'm gonna have to make a sand man instead,

[MsJewel]

I live in California on the beach - so we don't have snow either. A sandman works for me! :) Julie