Thursday, March 5, 2015

Spring Ahead?


Popping in from a very snowy day in the city of brotherly love just to say hello, as we await Spring. The photos were taken today at 1 in the afternoon. Looking out from the safety and warmth from our front door. By the time snow ends tonight it will total around 8 inches+. Tonight temps will drop freezing everything and tomorrow will be a balmy -2 degrees!


My poor sweet little English Boxwoods... the little ones flanking the doorway were planted just this past season. I had lost my English Boxwood in my zinc containers from last years harsh winter. Day light savings is this Sunday and our weather forecast promises upwards of 50 degrees next week. Sure seems like a Spring dream. I am re-posting my poem from March 6th, 2014, it seems perfect to re-post today.

I will be back next week with my new post I'm currently working on titled Artful Expression. See you then.
xx,
Vera


There is secrecy in winter's twilight and the long daylight hours of Spring three months in-between.
Cold short days and long evenings turn into daily passages of time, longing for gentle warm sunshine that feels serene.

In anticipation you watch the snow fall create a white blanket, like winter's shroud of the season.
Icicles form and hang down like menacing daggers, winters weapons of protection is natures reason.

Reluctantly wildlife adapt to endure, when the lakes freeze over and the rivers are chunked with ice.
We bear witness to a hauntingly beautiful sight of winters icy whites, illuminated by the moon and stars bright light.

Patiently we persevere the winters relentless storms blustery winds, as we wait for rebirth of the frozen ground.
Daylight savings time once again is here, as fertile dirt thaws to yield fragrant flowers that will visually astound.

The long awaited promise of Spring arrives and birds return with lovely songs they sing.
Nature bestows us precious gifts every year, that magically daylight savings time gloriously does bring.


© Vera

20 comments:

  1. Beautiful, beautiful, beautiful -images and word images, Vera. It is wonderful!!!
    Here is my favorite : We bear witness to a hauntingly beautiful sight of winters icy whites, illuminated by the moon and stars bright light.
    Have a wonderful winter day- xo Diana

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  2. So beautiful Vera. Love this. We are going to see 50's this next week too. Oh I hope we are turning the corner towards Spring. Happy Day my Friend.
    Kris

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  3. I hope your boxwoods survive. Beautiful snow pics. stay warm.
    Rosezeeta

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  4. "...rebirth of the frozen ground" Oh yes...that definitely spot on! You really had lot snow, Vera. Stay warm and dry. Your posts are always such a treat! :)

    Jane x

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  5. What a beautiful snow...your photos are amazing....so pretty.
    Our ice has melted in all the sunny spots...and warmer today

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  6. Good evening dear friend! Like you, we are enduring yet a bit more cold until this weekend, then we rise up to 40+ - YAHOOOOOOOOOOO! I can't believe how relative it all is, because anything out of the teens is starting to feel warm! I wish you and yours a safe week as you endure more of this cold and snow. MUCH LOVE, VERA! Anita

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  7. Dear Vera,
    It sure is beautiful to look at, but I do not think I could endure the cold... Born and raised in California, I am a bit spoiled when it comes to the weather.
    Stay warm and safe out there, dear friend.
    Love and blessings,
    Penny

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  8. Hi Vera, Beautiful post my friend and wonderful encouraging poem to dream about springtime to come. Love your pics and I so hope your boxwood does okay under that blanket of white. We had 4 inches over night and it was a frozen ice rink this morning. Thankfully the sun came out and melted most of the snow. Next week they are predicting up to 70 degrees by mid week.
    What crazy weather we all are having this season.
    Wishing you a safe weekend and warmth of your home.
    Sending hugs your way.
    CM

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  10. Ohhh Vera, here it is SPRRRRING! Yess! Enjoy the last little signs of winter, soon its over.
    I send you lots of sparkles, my Atelier is bursting, I am thinking of you, sending you HUUUUGS, your friend Méa

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  11. Soon the warmth of Spring shall be upon you and all its glory!!!!!

    Oh my all the snow.

    With the promise of a warm week ahead.......

    I am wanting to do some gardening..... oh how we want to see
    some color and growth out there!!!!! But must wait.....

    Isn't it wonderful though, that it is March!!!!!

    ~ Violet

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  12. The promise of spring is utmost on our minds as we look out on lots and lots of snow. At least the sun is shining bright today with beautiful clear skies.
    Mary Alice

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  13. mmmmmmmmm....what a lovely poem, Vera.
    I just know Spring is longing for it's time to emerge from underneath all the snow, and cold.
    Love to you.
    Debbie
    xo

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  14. mmmmmmmmm....what a lovely poem, Vera.
    I just know Spring is longing for it's time to emerge from underneath all the snow, and cold.
    Love to you.
    Debbie
    xo

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  15. You are a wonderful poet, Vera! Sounds like you've had quite the winter too! We still have plenty of snow here as well, now it is coated with a thick layer of ice. Brrr! Keep warm and enjoy your weekend!

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  16. my favorite lines . . .
    like menacing daggers
    hauntingly beautiful site of winters icy whites
    winters relentless storms blustery winds

    You have such a way with words!

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  17. What a winter this has been. I can't wait for spring to come.

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  18. What a dear you are to leave such kind words for me... Thank you so much Vera.. Although I do think I could use more practice.. Been quite a while since I used my acrylics.. A little out of practice..
    Wishing you a wonderful week.
    blessings,
    Penny

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  19. Oh my word! I just couldn't do this. We've had rain, sleet, snow and lots of ice in the past 2-3 weeks. 4-7" of snow is unique for us as we normally have ice. I don't dare get out and drive in it...I had to when I worked but not now. :)

    I think everyone is anxious for spring, sunshine and flowers!
    xo
    Pat

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