The Race

Looking out my window

I could see them in the race,

their colors intermingling

as sunshine warmed my face

 

The runners getting closer,

Spring is finally catching up

to take the wand

from Winter’s grasp

and earn the winner’s cup

 

The Seasons, they’re a-changing,

it was clear to me today;

they’re running almost side by side

in Nature’s grand relay

Author's Note

Took a walk today... the first in months. Chilly, but I could feel Spring coming up behind!

Reviews

[Deuces]

It's a lovely feeling. A Native New Yorker, I know that "transition from Winter to Spring" feeling and the comfort/nostalgia it brings. Enjoyed this. Awesome metaphor.

[Rita L. Sev]

Thank you, G - Winter is still in the lead, but I know Spring will come out ahead soon...

[Lyn Anderson]

Envious, I must say. Took a run in 22 below today.

[Rita L. Sev]

Well, today it snowed. Yes - snow on St. Patrick's day. We had a few teaser days, and now winter is in the lead again...

[Lydia Shutter]

Great metaphor. Yes, Spring will be here before you know it....though in South Florida, the change is nearly imperceptible. Cute write, Rita. Lydi**

[Rita L. Sev]

When winter is like this year's, Spring just can't get here fast enough! Thanks, Lydi!

[Sami Khalil]

I like the analogy alot. The race, the seasons competing and the relay and finally the winner to the narrator...Excellent...:).........

[Rita L. Sev]

Thank you, Sami! Winter pulled ahead again today, but I know Spring will be the victor in the end! :)

[Sami Khalil]

Wow. I like that. You are welcome...:)..............

[Brittany Zedalis]

The sooner Spring comes, the better. Great poem.

[Rita L. Sev]

Amen to that! Thanks, Brittany!

[Einstein Noodle]

ohhhhhhhhhh yes ..Yes ..YEs ..YYYYYYYEEEEEEEEEEEEESSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS!!! :) took a long walk yesterday with my doggy who weighs almost 120lbs. ..ten over her summertime weight ... so glad for the warmth :) great poem!
E.

[Rita L. Sev]

:) Our dog was SO happy to take a walk the other day that she barely stopped for sniffing! Thanks, E!

[Cassie]

This is nice Rita, feels good to finally say goodbye to seasons that make you want to stay indoors

[Rita L. Sev]

Yes, it does! Thanks, Cassie!

[Jack...]

Wow Rita, it seems like your winter ran staright down to us. Brrrr. Very fun read my friend.

[Rita L. Sev]

Sorry, Jack - but you can have it! Thanks!

[Pryde Foltz]

The Seasons, they’re a-changing,
it was clear to me today;
they’re running almost side by side
in Nature’s grand relay

Great personification of the seasons, Rita.

[Rita L. Sev]

Thanks, Pryde!

[Sheila Kline]

Get lost winter and allow spring to sprint ahead to the finish line.....we need a win for warmer weather!
You have presented us a very nice way to beckon warm weather to hurry and find us!!

[Rita L. Sev]

I am waving a flag so she doesn't miss us! :) Thank you, Sheila! I have been so negligent with my reviews lately, but I will be stopping by your pages soon - your work is always so uplifting!