Springtime

The frigid, frozen fingers of winter reluctantly released their grip.

Final remnants of snow sparkled like precious diamond crystals in the spirit of renewal.

Daffodils and crocuses peered out from their persnickety pagodas in a proper game of peekaboo.

Baby's breath was stirring in the womb.

The grass changed coats from a barren brown to an unapologetic, viridescent hue.

Earthworms claimed new acreage in bold, brazen, business ventures.

Birds laughed and rejoiced at their newfound glory.

The sea exchanged its tears for more playful pursuits as it readied for a foaming frolic.

Tree buds exploded like popcorn in a movie theater as the drama unfolded.

The sun smiled sarcastically as it turned its back on the departing season,

giving it the cold shoulder.

The maker sat back and proclaimed as angels promulgated ...

... Springtime ...

Reviews

[Josie E. Cook M. A.]

Somehow I feel like this isn't about welcoming spring but it is about saying goodbye to winter and being sad about it. I love having spring come and winter being over.
"The grass changed coats from a barren brown to an unapologetic green."--here, your description of the color green is what makes me feel this way along with your beginning about the final remains of winter.
I like the use of metaphor but I feel like this change is not welcomed--it is sad here because of these descriptions. "Smiled sarcastically"--it is like a smirk.
Nice picture at the top with vivid colors.

[Pete]

great thoughts and insight Josie. i think that oftentimes there is a sadness about parting with what we have/know and embracing change, as exciting and wonderful as it may be. interesting that you picked that up. chin up girl. rock on!

[Josie E. Cook M. A.]

Yes, change is good many times; however, some people don't embrace it at all.

[Gee]

Wonderfully descriptive, beautifully written.
Bring on new life, colour and sunshine...

[Pete]

thanks Gee. now you're talking!

[TerryDarcy-Ryan akaSh..]

Pete what a wonderful tribute to Spring. A variety of exotic visuals await the reader. Thank you
For sharing and God bless

Sheer Terror

[Pete]

thanks Sheer, kind of you to say. appreciate you stopping by as always. bless you too.

[Tony Jordan]

If I said 'Marie will never be gone while someone pens the Seasons as you have Pete' - I hope you'd understand that is the highest praise I could give.
I love the alliteration and the imagery.

[Pete]

i think i understand and stand humbled at your thoughtful appreciation. let us try to be as the crocuses - bold, joyous, full of life and renewal and standing ready to embrace a new season. ty Tony, dear friend and wordsmith!

[Tony Jordan]

very well put indeed Pete.
Welcome.
:))

[Hebe]

Just magical Pete .... nature is truly a miraculous symphony! We just have to stop and look around .... and you honored it in the most spectacular way!

[Pete]

ty Hebe. was feeling the joy of that symphony when i created this one. a warm hello to you!

[Winslow Des Totes]

AW! This made me smile so wide I thought me face would split in two! How absolutely lovely; the diction alone was so absolutely playful I thought it might jump of the screen and start dancing. Haha how apt a description to such a joyous season!

[Pete]

such a delightful visit Winslow. your thoughts and feelings on the matter bring a smile to my face. joyous season indeed. the pleasure is mine to share and an appreciative thank you to you!

[Winslow Des Totes]

:) I want you to know I added it to my reading list so that when I am feeling morose I will have something nice to look on and be happy again; thank you!

[Pete]

thank you for your kind appreciation. glad to share. :)

[Great Aunt Astri]

Mother nature waking up after her winter slumber ... beautifully depicted. A lovely poem.. even the promulgating angels!

[Pete]

thank you G.A.A. for kind appreciation of the words of this reawakening and best regards!

[Ruth]

Told in your usual beautiful manner, each line a symphony to itself, absolutely beautiful Pete...

[Pete]

thank you P.R.S. we've been teased with great weather recently but it turned cool & rainy so was thinking spring again. :)

[Kelly Scheppers]

Line for line, you captivate with true brilliance, Pete! Indeed, a proclamation of spring as never told before.

[Pete]

thanks Kelly. your appreciation of it makes me appreciate. oh, the cathartic power of words!

[Kelly Scheppers]

...it's pretty amazing, huh?

[Pete]

an amazing thing actually to be able to show people what lies within ...