When Snow melts in the Mountains

Freshwater streams feed into Rivers...

Love flows like streams down a Mountain Ravine... 

entwining among wildflowers of Lady Slippers and 

Jack in the Pulpits.... where Mountain Laurel gathers... 

Mourning Doves woo their lover under the cover of 

the Crescent Moon... returning to the western sky 

after sunset appearing with Evening Star Venus... 

Venus is named after the Roman Goddess of love and beauty... 

Reviews

[Fabian G. Franklin]

"Just let your love flow like a mountain stream
And let your love grow with the smallest of dreams
And let your love show and you'll know what I mean
It's the season
Let your love fly like a bird on a wing
And let your love bind you to all living things
And let your love shine and you'll know what I mean
That's the reason" Bellamy Brothers


This was very beautiful and visual. We had a field of lady slipper orchids behind the house where I was raised. They grew under the cover of filtered light in an overgrown orchard. I love the mountain laurels, especially when they bloom in June and July. This painted a beautiful picture in my mind. I enjoyed, F.

[Patricia Wedel]

Wow!!! dear Fabian… I love your review… we have lived a Life where Flowers had a Language of their own. I still get Lost in Flowers Bloom and cry when they are sad. tenderly, Pat

[Patricia Wedel]

dear Fabian .. I have seen Lady Slippers and Jack in the Pulpit on the Mountainside in Spring in the Shenandoah Valley of Virginia. A beautiful sight where I went to a Boarding School in 1954. gently, Pat

[Patricia Wedel]

dear Fabian… the first part of your Review is beautiful Poetry written by you… and it is extraordinary as it flows. gently, Pat

[Fabian G. Franklin]

I'm sorry. The first part of my review is part of a song written by Larry E. Williams who was a "roadie" for Neil Diamond. It was recorded in 1975 by The Bellamy Brothers and hit Billboard's #1 spot on the pop charts in 1976. I thought I had listed correct attribution. Bless.

[Patricia Wedel]

dear Fabian… I just googled the Lyrics sung by the Bellamy Brothers.. so I now understand. I have also been a Fan of Neil Diamond and appreciate that he wrote the Lyric. I have to still “catch up” on so much to this day because My Father was a Religious fanatic and we only listened and sang Religious Songs, so I was very confused for years. However, I have learned a lot through my years. I adore Neil Diamond’s recent song “Pretty Amazing Grace”. His best Song in my opinion. gently, Pat

[Fabian G. Franklin]

Neil Diamond did not write but his "roadie" as I said, Larry E. Williams. I think my favorite by Neil Diamond is "Longfellow Serenade", possibly because of the mention of one of my favorite poets. Bless.

[Patricia Wedel]

Thank you Fabian… Yes remember now you said Neil’s “Roadie” wrote the Lyrics. I will listen to “Longfellow Serenade”. Pat

[Cherrie Palmer]

Nay, says the star she was named after me. :)
This is a smooth poetic delight. I loved it.

[Patricia Wedel]

dearest Cherrie… always a pleasure to hear from you… you are gifted beyond compare.
I can feel peaceful as I read your words. truly, Pat

[Fran Marie]

This so beautifully penned like a painting
exhibiting vibrant hues of nature in all her
glory lively images enhanced by your refined
descriptions ..you are one with the sound
of nature..so nicely penned

[Patricia Wedel]

dearest Fran… please forgive me for being so terribly late in thanking you for a beautiful Review. I do love Nature … so
Much to enjoy in every Season. Bless you and be Safe. tenderly, Pat

[Cyprian Van Dyke]

This is a beautiful stellar write. The end took me to the sky and beyond. :)

[Patricia Wedel]

dear Cyprian… you have the touch of violin music 🎼 when you speak… the Angels fly above with love…. Thank you for your presence… gently, Pat

[Sami Khalil]

Filled with beauty and magic. You leave us speechless and mesmerized. Enjoyed your poem as you enjoy your wonderful surroundings. Happy 4th. to you and yours. God bless America.

[Patricia Wedel]

dearest Sami… it is true… we love our Flag and our Country… only divine intervention will be keep us on Course. All our prayers will be written on Stones… to be weighed and considered from the Throne… gently, Pat

[Sami Khalil]

Wow! You are welcome. Peace, love and harmony.

[Dave Brown]

A wonderful poem as always
Sometimes things go somewhat less pleasantly as currently we are involved in a record breaking heat wave and that melting snow has become a raging torrent

[Patricia Wedel]

dearest Dave… you are very kind… thanks so much for reading my musings. It seems we are living in the best of times and the worst of times. Now, we also have to be afraid of the COVID 19 Variant D which is now in 80 Countries… All we can do is pray for miracles and keep wearing our Masks and sanitizing. Only Divine Guidance can Save us. tenderly, Pat

[Davidgeo]

You write well, there's a good beat to your writing. I really like how you closed it out.

[Patricia Wedel]

dear david.. I am pleased you enjoyed the beat of my poetry. I am drawn to the Moon with all its Moods.. it seems to keep a Vigil while we sleep. tenderly, Pat

[Silmara McGarry]

Ohhh I love this poem, such beautiful easy and enchanting flow with each word. Wonderful imaginary and greatly written. I truly enjoy it Patricia :-)
A huge well done from me!!!
Stay safe

Sil
:-)))

[Patricia Wedel]

dear Silmara… thanks.. I have walked on the mountain side in the Shenandoah Valley where in the Spring Wild flowers gather… and in the Valley below the Shenandoah River flows… so peaceful and romantic and soothes the Soul. I appreciate your review.
gently, Pat

[Silmara McGarry]

Wonderful!
You are most welcome dear :-)

[Einstein Noodle]

an all encompassing scene Pat! a pleasant place in the mind!
E.

[Patricia Wedel]

dearest Gene… I imagine you have mountain streams in the Ozarks… where mourning doves bathe in the early morning Sun… your review has a sprinkle of dew when Sunflowers 🌻 bloom.. tenderly, Pat

[Einstein Noodle]

your a darlin' Pat!

[Patricia Wedel]

Thanks Gene… we need to be like flowers and get a little Sun and lots of shade and lemonade under a shady tree. Keep Kool !

[Coyote Poetry]

A wonderful poem shared dear Pat. To be able to watch the stars and feel the spirit of nature close. Paradise. Thank you for sharing the amazing poetry and your thoughts.
Coyote

[Patricia Wedel]

dear John… as the Moon rises… so does our Spirit in colors of love and devotion. It is lovely to read your words and know that streams flow into Rivers… where peaceful waves rock our dreams. Be well and enjoy the Summer warmth of Eventide. Gently, Pat

[Coyote Poetry]

So far a good Summer dear Pat. I hope you are doing well and having some fun. This year I will seek the Great lakes. Find new places to see.