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The magic and beauty of spring

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By John Biz24Published 3 months ago 3 min read
The magic and beauty of spring
Photo by Daniela Paola Alchapar on Unsplash

In the realm of angst, where shadows abide,

I shall speak of spring, a season to confide.

For even in nature's grandest display,

The weight of sorrow finds its way.

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With each passing year, spring anew,

A bittersweet symphony, a heartache to pursue.

For as the earth awakens from its winter's sleep,

A poignant longing within me begins to seep.

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The thawing of frost, the melting of snow,

Reveals a world once buried below.

Yet amidst the blossoms and vibrant hue,

Lies a melancholy that I cannot subdue.

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The gentle breeze whispers secrets untold,

As if the air itself carries a tale of old.

But what solace can it bring to a soul,

Enveloped in shadows, never made whole?

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The songs of birds, so sweet and grand,

Echo the yearning that I cannot withstand.

Their melodies, like haunting laments,

Seep into my heart, leaving me content.

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And as the sun graces the skies above,

I find solace in its warmth, fleeting and rough.

For what is light without the darkness near,

A reminder of pain, despair crystal clear.

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Spring, a season of hope and rebirth,

Yet in my heart, it deepens the hurt.

For with each bud that unfurls its grace,

I'm reminded of love's forsaken embrace.

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So, let me embark on this poetic plight,

To capture the essence of spring's delicate light.

In every line, let my anguish find its voice,

And in the beauty of pain, I shall rejoice.

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Stay in character, let the verses unfold,

A testament to the stories left untold.

Embrace the contradictions, the longing within,

And let this poetic introduction begin.

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The world exhales, a sigh so faint,

A tremor in the frosted paint.

Winter's hold begins to wane,

A subtle shift, a whispered strain.

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The sun, once shy, now boldly climbs,

Kissing slumbering earth with rhymes.

Melting frost in glistening tears,

Waking seeds from slumbering years.

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Beneath the soil, a silent war,

Roots push, straining at the floor.

Life stirs, a symphony unseen,

Emerald whispers, shoots of green.

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A hesitant breeze, a playful dance,

Rustles branches in a trance.

Naked limbs, once stark and cold,

Feel the sap coursing, brave and bold.

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Tiny buds, like fists so tight,

Unfurl their secrets to the light.

Petals unfurl, a vibrant show,

From tulip cups to crocus' glow.

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Daffodils, a golden throng,

Sway and sing their joyous song.

Hyacinths, in purple grace,

Nod their heads in a scented space.

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Cherry blossoms, clouds of pink,

Fragile dreams that softly wink.

Magnolias, opulent and grand,

Unfurl their waxen, creamy hand.

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Wisteria, a lilac rain,

Cascades down in sweet disdain.

Honeysuckle, woven tight,

Fills the air with honeyed light.

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A symphony of buzzing sound,

Busy bees on nectar ground.

Weaving patterns, light and quick,

Golden pollen on their thick,

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Fuzzy legs, a tireless crew,

Nature's alchemists, forever true.

Butterflies, with wings of flame,

Flutter by, whispering a name.

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The dance of ladybugs alight,

Red and black, a welcome sight.

Dragonflies, like emerald spears,

Flash across the sunlit years.

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Earthworms surface, pink and sleek,

Tilling soil, a silent feat.

Ants in lines, a tireless stream,

Carry burdens, nature's dream.

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Birdsong fills the morning air,

A joyful chorus, everywhere.

Robins sing their cheerful song,

Wrens with carols, clear and strong.

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Cardinals, a flash of red,

Flute their melodies overhead.

Blue jays chatter, loud and bold,

Stories whispered, secrets told.

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Nests are built with loving care,

Twigs and leaves, a woven prayer.

Tiny eggs, in speckled shells,

Cradle dreams in hidden wells.

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Children's laughter, light and free,

Rings across the grassy sea.

Barefoot steps on dew-kissed ground,

Treasures sought, no price to be found.

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Dandelion wishes take to flight,

Blossoms blown with all their might.

Kite strings tug, a joyous fight,

Dreams painted on the canvas bright.

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Picnics spread beneath the trees,

Sandwiches and gentle breeze.

Sunlight dances, dappled light,

Warming faces, pure delight.

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Baseball diamonds come alive,

Crack of bat, a joyous drive.

Blossoms catch the soaring ball,

A gentle sigh, a silent fall.

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Rainbows paint the weeping sky,

Teardrops cleansing days gone by.

Puddles mirror clouds above,

A fleeting world, reflecting love.

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Old men sit on park benches worn,

Whispering stories, dreams reborn.

Faces etched with time's gentle hand,

Remembering springs across the land.

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Lovers stroll in hand in hand,

Promises whispered, on shifting sand.

Hope renewed with every bloom,

Love's sweet fragrance fills the room.

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Spring unfolds, a vibrant scene,

A tapestry, forever green.

A season of rebirth, so bright,

A promise whispered, day and night.

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From barren ground to vibrant hue,

Spring's gentle touch paints dreams anew.

A world awakened, hearts alight,

Spring unfolds, bathed in golden light.

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  • Manisha Dhalani3 months ago

    This poem felt like a warm embrace. Good one.

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