Emergent Spring
spring
new buds
seek the sun
life emergent
buzzing with motion
birdsong fills the forest
nests, caves, and dens being built
harbingers of rebirth abound
heeding the impulse of creation
nature resplendent with color and sound
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I picked an etheree as my form for this week’s poem. I love the shape visually and the way a story unfolds in ten lines with building syllable count from one to ten.
This season I plan to spend more time in solitude and nature. Time in nature is a great way to nurture my soul and feel the connection with life. And photography helps me slow down, appreciate the beauty, and connect with that soulful place.
May your spring be full of beauty and soulful moments.
There is spring in my heart
And full summer out there π
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Yay! π
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Beautiful flowers π
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Thank you Ashok. π
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My pleasure π
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Just beautiful Brad! The poem, the photos, and your intentions this season. Solitude and nature sound wonderful to me.
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Thank you dear Tania. Yes, they sound wonderful to me too. Time for the woods! π§‘
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Hello Brad,
Beautiful!
Both the poem style and the picture of the flower. π
Thank you for sharing Spring’s rebirth where you are.
Nims
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Thanks Nims. I’m glad you could enjoy an early spring preview while you’re waiting its arrival. I love spring and all the bursts of life. πΈ
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Beautiful words and images, Brad. Happy Spring. Xx β€
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Thank you Jane. I’m excited to enjoy my favorite season!
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Splendid poem on the beauty of spring and it is a pleasure to be with nature where our soul becomes one. Beautiful pictures too.
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Thank you dear Kamal. Spring is a wonderful time to revel in beauty and nature. π·
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emotions beautifully poured, i love spring, this season! π
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Thank you Sha. I love spring and am glad you can enjoy it too! π·
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Brad, you’re right about the etheree being a visually appealing form and it suits yoru poem perfectly here. Such a light and tender touch as you explore spring from the first buds to their full flowering splendour. Wishing you harmony and peace as you absorb the beauty of the season.
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What a beautiful comment and perspective! I will be conscious of absorbing beauty and peace this season. Thank you Annika. π§‘ π·
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Enjoyed your ode to spring, Brad, thank you.
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I’m delighted you enjoyed them Jet! π·
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I don’t know much about poetic forms. Your etheree is lovely as are your images (what’s the first flowering plant? The second appears to be a pansy, yes?) The first two yellow crocus started blooming in my front yard over the weekend β and then managed to survive a 36-hour arctic blast. Plants are AMAZING! Hurrah for the return of spring. It’s also my favorite season. Thanks for this beautiful, succinct blog post!
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Thanks Will. Yes, plants are amazing and great harbingers of spring! I’m super excited for my favorite season. I think it’s a white trout lilly, but not sure. I’m glad your crocus survived! Happy Spring! π·
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Your words have captured the essence of the onset of Spring…my favourite time of the year:)X
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Thank you Janet. Yes, my favorite time of year too! π·
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Lovely Brad! Springtime is such a wonderful time of renewal! We just got a bunch of snow dumped on us yesterday, so it’ll be a while before we see any of those treasures of spring here. Thanks for sharing a taste of yours! ππΈ
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Thanks Julie. It’s definitely my favorite season. π· Maybe you appreciate spring even more when it comes later?
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Brad it is so beautiful! I love it!
Thanks for share.
Take care
Elvira
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You’re most welcome Elvira. I’m delighted you enjoyed them. Happy Spring! π·
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ThankΒ΄s Brad for your kindness. I really enjoy.
Happy Spring too!
Best wishes
Elvira
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I know little about poetry forms, but I love this structure, and the subject. Enjoy your time in Nature Brad. She is waking up. π
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Thank you Julie. I felt they were a good pairing. Yes, she is waking up big time here in Arkansas! π·
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I loved the delicate flowers in your pictures. The form of the poem complimented the delicate flowers and so beautiful to see each line build the beauty of the emerging spring. Wish you the most amazing times in the sweet glorious company of nature!
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I liked that delicate pairing too and am glad you could appreciate that subtle layer. Thanks for the kind wishes. Off to the woods I go!
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Lovely, hopeful words and images Brad.
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Thank you Cindy. Yay for spring! π·
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It’s a very beautiful etheree
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Thanks Jude!
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Beautiful poem and photos, Brad. The flowers sing with joy. The colour of the Blue one is fabulous.
Your idea to spend more time with nature, and feeling its peace and healing, is a very wise one.
Bless
Miriam
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Thank you Miriam. Spring and nature definitely feed my soul. π§‘
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A beautiful tribute to the spring. (Likewise)
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Thank you Bojana. take care.
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Love to see it!!! Gives me hope as I look around at snow still….Soon spring will come. I will be patient π VK
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I’m glad this brought you a little relief and hope VK. π·
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Yep….It sure did. Thanks Brad! VK π
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Yay!
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Beautiful blooms and verse…
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Thank you Bette.
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That’s great. Spring is nearly here.
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Yes, she’s popping up everywhere here.
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I love the seasons, especially spring. Those days when you can feel the warmth starting to come back.
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Agreed. I enjoy the change of seasons, and spring most of all.
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I’m loving your nature photos, Brad. Beautiful poem, too. Thank youπΊβοΈ
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Thanks Natalie. Nature inspires me. πΊβοΈ
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Beautiful. π
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Thank you and welcome. π
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Your thoughts are exactly my thoughts, Brad. Mother is where I feel the connection to All the most. What is the first flower? I don’t recognize it.
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Thank you Amy. I know we share a love of nature and her beauty. I believe the flower is a white trout lilly.
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Thank you, Brad! xo
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Amazing post may your springs be filled with beauty and soulful moments as well. Nice pics by the way
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Thank you for the kind comments and wishes. Welcome, Brad
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Gorgeous.
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Thank you and welcome.
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This is a beautiful poem about spring, Brad, and the form fits the theme beautifully.
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Thank you Robbie. I’m glad you enjoyed them.
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beautiful poem and flower !!
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Thank you!
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Beautiful and hopeful! Iβve never written this form of poetry but now I want to try. We will wake up to some snow tomorrow morning. Iβm anxious for the daffodils to emerge. π
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Thank you Pam. It’s one of my favorite forms, along with haiku. Daffodils are a pretty start to spring. πΌ
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Hi Brad
Beautiful poem!
Just like flowers and spring, I hope to seem blossom and brave the dating world.
I know you said you intend to spend more time in solitude, but also dedicate some time to connecting to friends, old and new π
Wishing you a blessed weekend! β₯β₯
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Thanks for the nudge and encouragement. Maybe spring will put some buzz in my bonnet to get out more! πΌ
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hahaha “buzz in your bonnet” – I love that!
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Beautiful poetry.. and yes I can whole heartedly recommend spending time in solitude among Natures beauty.. As she renews herself and our spirits within this Season of Spring..
Happy Equinox Brad…
Love and Blessings your way my friend β€ And much gratitude for your friendship β€ π
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Thank you Sue. I’m grateful for your visit and friendship. Spring is a wonderful time to enjoy nature’s many gifts. πΌπ§‘
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It certainly is.. May we continue to blend in natures healing balm.
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I love your title, Brad. You bring forth βSpringβ with your beautiful words. This is the first time I am learning about an etheree. You describe well how nature and solitude helps nurture our soul. I wholeheartedly agree with you.π»
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Thank you Erika. Etheree is an interesting poetry form and spring is my favorite season. Enjoy! πΌ
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Beautifully written and l love the pictures. I completely agree with you, time in nature does nurture the soul and brings peace of mind
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Thank you and welcome.
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Wishing you a happy spring, Brad! May you have many enjoyable outdoor explorations and adventures! I loved reading your gentle poem and viewing your photographic expression showing your delight and anticipation for the spring season.
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Thank you for the kind wishes VK. Spring tickles and awakens parts of my sleeping soul.
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Hehe, this is Ka! Maybe I would like to get to know VK! π
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Oops! You both left comments. You can explore her blog. π
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This is lovely, Happy Spring!
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Thank you Holly. I’m so glad for spring this year.
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The season of renewal is more than welcome! π·
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Thank you Holly! πΊ
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More time in solitude and nature sounds wonderful! Enjoy it . . . .
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Thanks Kristine. I hope I follow through on this good idea!
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Another wonderful poem, well done! I agree being with nature and taking it true beauty around us, does wonders for the soul!
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Thanks Tiffany. I’m glad you can relate. Happy Spring!
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I need to get back and get into nature, we live in a beautiful place for that. I need to get back into my photography more, so happy it’s spring! Happy spring to you and have a wonderful week!
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Thanks Tiffany. Enjoy spring and nature.
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A lovely etheree, Brad. It flows beautifully. I can see why it’s a favorite. Enjoy your time in nature. Spring is a wonderful time to awaken and nurture the spirit. Take pictures and write poetry!
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Thank you dear Diana. I will revel in spring’s glory, take some photos, and maybe pen a poem or two! πΌ
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Sounds perfect!
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The rhythm and images of your poem really capture that hive of activity that is early spring Brad.
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Nice!
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Thank you!
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Most welcome π€
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Love your attitude and approach to nature. It is healing and soothing and the photographic aspect creates a whole new dimension of appreciation for Mother Nature!! My best to you, Brad!!
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Thank you Kirt. I agree about photographing adding another dimension and I imagine you find extra joy in taking photos and then transforming them.
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I do and thank you Brad!!
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Absolutely lovely, Brad. Love the photo and the poem. I hope the sun is shining brightly on you these days. H & S βοΈπΈ
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Hi Tanya! I’m delighted to have you visit. I miss your writing and hope you might get inspired to share on your blog again. Meanwhile, I’m grateful for the arrival of you and spring. HNS! πΈππ
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Aww, thanks so much, Brad. That truly means a lot. I am working on something, so hopefully you will have a post to read soon. Enjoy the fragrance of spring and all the beauty. HNS ππ»πΊ
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Yay! I look forward to reading your post. πΌπ
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Beautiful!!!
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Thank you and welcome!
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Thanks for the beautiful yellow flower emerging. Uplifting to remember what Spring brings!π»
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You’re most welcome. I’m glad they brought you some beauty.
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Thank you for sharing it πΈ
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Thank you Mayar and welcome.
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This is so inspiring!
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