So Long February

~writing on a rainy February afternoon - wishing for spring~

 

painting by  Davor Subotić

So long February…

 

To short days

and left-over winter nights

To lonely afternoons

wandering the deserted shore

searching for a seabirds song

to replace the pitter patter of rain

serenading my umbrella

 

Goodbye to

28 days

of a cold nose

and colder toes

29 on a leap year

 

Except of course

on that one day dedicated to love

when everything is warm and fuzzy

 

I’ll remember you

when spring is here

and the flowers in the window box bloom

in pastel shades

under marshmallow cream clouds

stirring confetti skies

The sun blushing my cheeks

 

I’ll think of you and smile

when my umbrella is tucked safely away

in the hall closet

behind my rain galoshes

and the bright yellow rain coat

I never returned to Macy’s

 

So long February

 

I’ll keep you forever

wrapped in red paper hearts

and a half eaten box of Godiva chocolates…

Reviews

[McEltic]

I can’t complain really, about the weather we’ve had here in February. It’s the first time in my lifetime that February has bee the warmest month in an Ontario winter. Your poem gives it a very pleasing and memorable send off. I like how you started this poem off walking the beach with rain hitting your umbrella... in a normal February here we would be cross country skiing on the beach :)

[MsJewel]

Thank you for your kind words :) Julie

[onceloved]

This one is like watching spring bloom into all the beautiful things it can be again, you always do it so beautifully Julie, :) Larry

[MsJewel]

Thank you my dear friend :) Julie

[barleygirl]

This is a gracefully detailed song of promise! Usually February is already spring-like here, but this year, more cold than usual so I didn't even notice Feb is nearly gone now! I love the sassy attitude in this poem, as if Feb is a long-gone lover that you really don't care if you ever see again, but you're being civil & telling him/her that you'll think of him/her -- yeah right! *smile* Tons of excellent imagery painted in words that make this message all your own! (((HUGS))) Fondly, Margie

[MsJewel]

Thanks so much Margie. It's always a delight when you visit my page. :) Julie

[Ghost]

Wow a good way to usher a short month out so as to move towards warmer weather.. I never thought of looking at it like this. thank you for this treat.

[MsJewel]

I'm thrilled you enjoyed it. Thanks so much :) Julie

[Ghost]

Your welcome

[Julie McCarthy (juliesp..]

Hi our summer ends today it’s been heatwaves here hope your spring brings you much needed warmth XX love your poem

[MsJewel]

I'm jealous. It has been unusually cold this winter...Thanks so much for reading and commenting :) julie

[Najam Us Saher]

A very pleasing dedication to short days and month of February. I loved the description of clouds and sky. Very refreshing read. Thank you so much for sharing.

[MsJewel]

Thank you for your lovely comment :) julie

[Najam Us Saher]

You're most welcome :)

[Coyote Poetry]

February. A quick month. Make us wish for the days of Spring. I enjoyed your words and thoughts dear Julie. Here in Michigan. Some warm and sunny days. Perfect ending to the amazing poetry.
Coyote

[MsJewel]

Thank you John - I'm looking forward to spring :) Julie

[Coyote Poetry]

Me too. We had a taste of a few warm days here in Michigan. Kids need to run. You are welcome dear poet.