Gathering Violets

A path of memories guides my life as the weather changes from sunny to thunder clouds and hidden doubts...

On a calm and sunny day with basket in hand 

I walk on a garden path of uncertainty  

Violets smile and calm my fears... 

The chirping of birds in a cherry tree 

sing lovely songs of beauty and love 

Violets smile and wipe my tears... 

Neighbors walk by my house and wave 

as butterflies sip nectar from hibiscus 

Violets smile and peace remains... 

Reviews

[Manasa.L]

Violet reminds me of the lavenders, so calm, peace and the beauty itself dwelling in front of the eyes.
Soothing they are by nature.
Fluttering butterflies, oh! my this is really synod of the mind. I'm flattered Patricia your words just melts me into calm and still clear water. Thank you.

[Patricia Wedel]

dear poet Manasa ... I appreciate your gracious review of Gathering Violets".
Spring is a time of rebirth and laughter.
truly, Pat

[Govind singh]

Violets smile and Ur one of my fav..great job!!

[Patricia Wedel]

dear Govind... thanks for stopping by to read Gathering Violets... Spring is a time of love and levity. truly, Pat

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As always, a delicately expressed poem, full of simple beauty and lovely images.

Sometimes just a simple walk and a glance into natures florist can put a smile on the face and a swell in the heart.

A simple poem, lovingly written and nicely executed.

[Patricia Wedel]

dear Doodley... Lovely to read your review of Gathering Violets. Primrose paths are charming in the Spring. Violets seem to be singing a welcome song for birds and butterflies. truly, Pat

[Tom]

You're certainly no shrinking violet Patricia, judging by the quality of this sweetly penned, cathartic poem...kudos indeed !!

[Patricia Wedel]

dear Tom, I am charmed by your comment..
Violets are sweet and loyal and
as true blue as the sky... Thanks for your
review. truly, Pat

[Valentine]

Had to stop and read this. My mother use to take us to Henry Ford's woods and she would dig up old wild violets for her flower gardens. Mom loved violets. Valentine

[Patricia Wedel]

dear Valentine, Mothers are blessed with a
sense of beauty and love to show their children the
beauty of flowers and the tender way to preserve their
ability to heal the wounded heart. truly, Pat

[Pryde Foltz]

People really underestimated the balm a walk through nature can offer ... this poem is a balm. So rich and beautiful, Pat:):):)

[Patricia Wedel]

dear Pryde... I love your review of Gathering Violets...
Violet petals are as fragile as a baby's smile and as
tender as a Mother's Kiss. truly, Pat

[Shabeeh Haider]

I love poetry about nature and the imagery that you have woven here is magnificent.
Violets do bring a sense of calm and soothe the nerves.

*shabeeh*

[Patricia Wedel]

dear Shabeeh, sweet Violet's with dewdrops of hope...
I appreciate your review... Have a beautiful day. truly, Pat

[TL Boehm]

it isn't quite spring here in MI. It should be but the snow is still threatening. This reminded me though of the wild violets that grew in the summers in Arkansas. The cool shade. The peace. it is a gentle poem. Well penned.

[Patricia Wedel]

dear TL, I appreciate your sharing your joy of
Gathering Violets when you lived in Arkansas...
Of all the flowers, violets are the kindest...
truly, Pat

[Patricia Wedel]

My apologies for being so long to
thank you for sharing. Pat

[barleygirl]

I love your simple imagery brought to life with honest feelings that waver between uncertainty & reassurance. I also feel soothed by nature in similar ways. Your descriptions are clear, specific, & fresh. I'm feeling & seeing this little walk down the uncertain path of life.

[emmajoy]

There's something so enduring about violets. Their petals form heart.shapes that remind one of just that, a heart that smiles and comforts. Your poem does the same, each stanza presenting a scene in a beautiful play. I feel calm now, Patricia.. truly calm.

[Patricia Wedel]

Wow... Emmajoy... Amazing grace....
that you would feel so blessed...
Violets are so comforting and truly
understand our feelings. May the
petals of tenderness shelter your heart
each and every day. truly, Pat

[emmajoy]

Many, many thank you,.s

[emmajoy]

Forgive, someone was knocking on my front door.. thought it a visitor-visitor but something to do with local politics.. unwelcome!

Returning to my previous comment, i found your poem very calm and beautiful.. and there's such a need for those feelings in my life right now, Patrica. - plus, violets remind me of our little mum! x

[Patricia Wedel]

dear Emmajoy... my Mum loved flowers and that love lingers in my
heart and soul... Amen.

[emmajoy]

Sighhhhhhhhhhhhhh

[Patricia Wedel]

dear Emmajoy... here we are... another Spring.
Daffodils and cherry blossom trees have bloomed early this year. Soon we will be gathering Violet's again. Lovely to read your sweet comments. truly, Pat

[emmajoy]

Tho one doesn't have to have worked in horticulture, know that well, as once landscape designer, l Iong to see our worlds filled with the colours and scents of flowers.. tis like having friends come to visit for a while! (Cue for new poem?!) Sending hugs and smiles. x