Thursday, February 23, 2012

Spring's Parade



                                                    The sun arose this morning
                                                    against a clear, blue sky
                                                    The birds sing a new song
                                                    a sign that spring is nigh

                                                    Trees awaken from their sleep
                                                    and long winter's rest
                                                    Tulips raise their little heads
                                                    all fancy, frilly and dressed

                                                    Meadows are green and lush
                                                    sparkling with morning dew
                                                    Daffodils join the parade
                                                    of spring's march brand new

                                                    Dogwoods will soon reign
                                                    in snow covered bloom
                                                    Honeysuckle will cast a spell
                                                    of sweet, fragrant perfume

                                                    A fresh and welcome breeze
                                                    spring is such a thrill
                                                    Winter's last whimsical stroll
                                                     bows down to kneel

                                                     Susie Swanson, 2012
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  1. TracyFebruary 23, 2012 at 3:22 PM

    Lovely Susie, and we had a splendid spring day here...even saw some magnolia blossoms and the daffodils are almsot done. It was a beautiful day and we got to be on the golf course :)

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    1. Susie SwansonFebruary 23, 2012 at 3:26 PM

      Thank you Tracy, we had a beautiful day too..The temp was near 80...just wish it would stick around..I haven't seen any Magnolia blossoms but my Daffodils are blooming..I've got lilys coming up too.. Glad you got to go to the golf course, what a great day to golf..

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  2. Sr Crystal Mary LindseyFebruary 23, 2012 at 3:23 PM

    Beautiful, refreshing and as sweet as always. Much love and blessings send today lovely Susie. xxx

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    1. Susie SwansonFebruary 23, 2012 at 3:26 PM

      Awww, thank you Crystal Mary, love and blessings sent your way also..

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  3. AnonymousFebruary 23, 2012 at 3:25 PM

    So very pretty, Susie. Such a lovely time of year. Our neighbor across the street has nice red tulips popping up!

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    1. Susie SwansonFebruary 23, 2012 at 3:28 PM

      I bet those are beautiful.. my tulips are up but not blooming yet..I can't wait..Thank you so much..

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  4. ConnieFebruary 23, 2012 at 5:09 PM

    What a lovely poem, Susie. I heard birds singing this morning. Such a welcome sound to me. :)

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    1. Susie SwansonFebruary 23, 2012 at 5:44 PM

      Thank you Daisy, I've been hearing them for a while it is a very welcome sound..

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  5. SusieFebruary 23, 2012 at 5:26 PM

    Dear Susie, thank you for visiting my site. I really enjoyed your bird poem. I heard a robin chirp this morning, can't wait for his song.Smiles to you,Susie(She Junks)

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    1. Susie SwansonFebruary 23, 2012 at 5:46 PM

      Thank you Susie, glad you hear them too..they are an awakening for our souls..smiles to you..

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  6. lil red henFebruary 23, 2012 at 6:38 PM

    Can you believe it's almost spring again? We've practically had no winter(which is o.k. with me) Robins have been scratching and flinging leaves everywhere in the front yard after our rains. This was a really sweet poem!

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    1. Susie SwansonFebruary 24, 2012 at 2:59 PM

      Thank you, it's hard for me to believe it too..I hope we don't pay for it in March...

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  7. PaulaFebruary 23, 2012 at 6:43 PM

    This was wonderful, Susie! I can almost feel the warmth of the sun on my face and smell all the wonderful blooms of spring!

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    1. Susie SwansonFebruary 24, 2012 at 3:00 PM

      Me to Paula..we did yesterday..it got up to near 80..

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  8. VagabondeFebruary 24, 2012 at 7:46 AM

    You words are lovely – yes spring is almost here. Yesterday I was admiring some small daffodils and my azalea bush has many buds.

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    1. Susie SwansonFebruary 24, 2012 at 3:01 PM

      Thank you, my azaleas aren't budding but will be soon if the weather stays warm..

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  9. MunirGhiasuddinFebruary 24, 2012 at 12:51 PM

    Beautiful Poem indeed, I love the photos on the right side as well.

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  10. Janet,February 24, 2012 at 4:48 PM

    Wonderful spring time poem. We have robins now in the trees singing, though it is still quite cold. I bet they wish they hadn't traveled back yet.

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    1. Susie SwansonFebruary 25, 2012 at 3:02 PM

      Thank you Janet we do too and I've been wondering the same thing..

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  11. Grandma Yellow HairFebruary 24, 2012 at 5:56 PM

    I am so glad I came by here and read your lovely poem.
    You really have written beautifully about spring.
    It seems everyone has spring on their mind. I know I do.
    Have a wonderful weekend
    Love
    Maggie

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    1. Susie SwansonFebruary 25, 2012 at 3:02 PM

      Thank you Maggie, so glad to hear from you.Hope you have a nice weekend also..

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  12. DelisaFebruary 25, 2012 at 7:45 PM

    Hi Susie! What a beautiful poem, it really captures the first moments of spring! I love the blue bird pictures. Our back door has a window in it, that looks out onto a beautiful little ornamental pear tree. I was getting my morning bowl of cereal and happened to glance out. I noticed that the tree had blossomed all over with little white flowers and sitting in the tree were six chubby blue birds. It was such a wonderful sight. Thank you so much Susie for you kind concern and the comments you left for me about Barkley. Everyone's encouraging words were very comforting. I'm so glad you liked the little gift box, I had so much fun putting it together! I hope you have a restful evening ahead. Delisa :)

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  13. Susie SwansonFebruary 26, 2012 at 11:41 AM

    Awww, thank you Delisa, I love looking out at those pretty little birds and hearing their beautiful song of spring..I'm so happy that your big, lovable Barkley is better..I know you were so stressed and hurting..Take care my sweet friend...

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  14. GlendaFebruary 29, 2012 at 4:50 PM

    Your description of spring is beautiful! You do have a "way with words" that engages all the senses!

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  15. TipperMarch 1, 2012 at 10:14 AM

    The perfect poem for today-the sun is shining and it feels like spring for sure : )

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  16. MuddyValleyMarch 1, 2012 at 4:21 PM

    Nice poem! & I like the blue bird on the fruit tree picture!

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