A Show of Snowdrops

(a little bit of spring)

In clusters in a wooded copse

lie snowdrops stirring from their sleep.

And though the March wind blows its best,

it will not slow the creep of growth

that closes time on winter's rest.

Their double-headed blooms bow down,

yet pure and white their bells will ring

when sun bleeds through the cloudy greys,

they'll cheer and fling their drooping heads

to face the rays of warm spring days.

Reviews

[Anjeline]

Beautiful poem Chris. To tell the truth I always wanted to write a poem on snowflakes or snowdrops but after reading your poetry I am very sure I could have never described and framed it so wonderfully. I especially loved the last lines. To me it also shows that how love like Rays of sun can cheer you up and melt hard feelings and mend broken hearts. Very nice poem

[Chris Shaw]

Anjeline, thank you so much for your lovely review. I truly appreciate your thoughts.

Chris

[Anjeline]

You're welcome 😊

[Chris Shaw]

:)...........

[barleygirl]

I love the way you describe how snowdrops make the bells heavy & drooping. That's an observation about spring I've never thought about & it's so specific & visual. Great work always bringing us fresh imagery to soak into our cold bones (((HUGS))) Fondly, Margie

[CMC]

It's a pretty and comprehensive poem. I like the cheerful snow characterization despite the fact that spring is rolling in in the poem. There's some nice alliteration paired with good imagery. I especially like 'blooms bow down.' I hope you don't mind me asking, but why two 5 Line stanzas?

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you so much for your review. Pleased to meet you on my page, you are most welcome. Five line stanzas? Simply because it worked out that way. All good wishes.

Chris

[Coyote Poetry]

We receive a taste of Spring. Cold again in Michigan. I hope, no snow. I am waiting for Spring. I need a long walk and the lake. Thank you dear Chris for sharing the amazing poetry.
Coyote

[Chris Shaw]

We had a beautiful spring day today, but the nights are cold. The time clock changes tonight, so we will lose an hour. Many thanks for your visit Coyote.

Chris

[Coyote Poetry]

You are welcome dear Chris. I am waiting for Spring.

[Weeping willow]

Lovely write as I visualize your thoughts in words ;-]

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you so much Weeping willow.

Chris

[Dave]

Chris - what a beautiful scene you paint with your words.
I can easily see these flowers, white and glistening in the
coming days of spring. Thank you for the picture.

Take care - Dave

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you Dave. I always look forward to snowdrops. They are the first signs of spring to me. In clusters they are a delight. Thank you for your visit. I do hope all is good in your world.

Chris

[Stella Armour]

They are so dainty too and yet withstand still bitterly cold weather, a lovely tribute to such a perfect spring flower :)

[Chris Shaw]

Gorgeous aren't they Stella. I have recently planted lots more in my garden. Next year they should look wonderful.

Chris

[John Alexander McFadyen]

Indeed I saw this in our garden as the snowdrops fought off the winter chills. Nice observation piece.

[Chris Shaw]

Many thanks John for your thoughts. Sorry for the late response. I took a short break.

Chris

[john l smith]

nicely done
I "think" we have seen the last of our snowdrops 17 to 22 degrees, but, what a weird winter
Here's to all the buds "of March"

[Chris Shaw]

We still have quite a few in our garden rockery and very pretty they are too. They always look best growing wild though. Thanks Dave for checking this one out.

Chris