Spring begins in April

Spring begins in April

A Poem by Ken Simm.

 

Spring begins in April.

We praise the new science of Smell

The smell of the sea, of rot and disintegration,

Of paper, of books,

Of buds bursting, the smell of woodsmoke.

The artist prepares to reprise the age-old preoccupation with sight.

The bird lays bright blue offspring, matching the sky.

Vegetation spreads symmetrical roots,

One white and blind, one green and sweet.

© 2008 Ken Simm.


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Very interesting look at spring!
All the new smells of spring that so many ignore.
I like the vegetation spreads symmetrical roots,
one white and blind, one green and sweet.
Good job.
~Vallerie

Posted 17 Years Ago


3 of 3 people found this review constructive.




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Ken,

A beautifully constructed analyses of that month which is the beginning of Spring ... I enjoyed each and every line, but my favorite overall is the last line: "One white and blind, one green and sweet."

Marve

Posted 1 Year Ago


Ken Simm.

1 Year Ago

Thank you for trwling through some old ones Marvin.
The smell of the sea, of rot and disintegration,
Of paper, of books,
Of buds bursting, the smell of woodsmoke.

I've always looked forward to that first smell of grass being cut. Nothing like it. It truly is a time of rebirth, which you've captured here so well, Ken.

Posted 1 Year Ago


Ken Simm.

1 Year Ago

Thank you for considering this old one so well ...and the poem.
Kelly Scheppers

1 Year Ago

You're one of the gems here at the WC, Ken!
This is a fascinating journey that reminds me of the journal entry pages with the loose connections among all the various thoughts.

Winston

Posted 1 Year Ago


Ken Simm.

1 Year Ago

Thanks for picking up on this ancient one my friend. And thankyou for liking it.
Poetry need not be of epic length to have an epic impact on the senses. I like it.

Posted 7 Years Ago


Ken Simm.

7 Years Ago

Just rereading this old one I think there maybe too many smells in it. Might have to think about tha.. read more
SM Davis

7 Years Ago

I disagree but absolutely see what you see. Perhaps, if you still find it overwhelming, the second .. read more
The great anticipation of this wonderful season is complimented by your artistic matching and the power of science in relevance to senses...:).........

Posted 7 Years Ago


Ken Simm.

7 Years Ago

Thanks so much Sami.
Sami Khalil

7 Years Ago

You are welcome...:).........................
A purposely silent spring; highlighting only The Renewal's many sights and smells.
These stark views and peculiar odors nicely serve as this Season's Greetings.
Great bit of work, Ken!

Posted 9 Years Ago


Ken Simm.

9 Years Ago

Thank you Frankie. you dug this one up didn't you.
We praise the new science of smell-I will ponder this for a bit
interesting look into spring
a different way of saying all things are fresh and new
this is my first true spring...I am fascinated watching all morning the buds are the best
I am from the south and have moved north this past year
thank you for sharing

Posted 11 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

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~ wow... sheer uniqueness... and stunning imagery...
~ i'm glad i followed mr. davis to this post... (thank you, mr. davis)...

Posted 12 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Ken Simm.

12 Years Ago

I'm glad you followed Frank as well Sereh
The profound insight makes it lovelier.
A truly worthwhile offering, Ken!

Posted 12 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Ken Simm.

12 Years Ago

Glad you think so Frank. You are causing me to reappraise all this older stuff. Which has got to be .. read more
spring indeed! good poem shame we didnt have the summer that followed this year april showers seem to have kept going. loved the poem

Posted 12 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Ken Simm.

12 Years Ago

Quite right there that man. Thanks for trawling through my stuff.

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