The blog reflects on the fleeting beauty of spring through a poem about nesting Carolina wrens and their swift life cycle. The author shares personal experiences of unpredictable weather while reminiscing about the briefness of the season. She encourages readers to enjoy spring before summer arrives, blending nature’s themes with family stories.
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Good Friday Rain
The author reflects on the significance of Good Friday, intertwining personal memories and Catholic traditions with appreciation for nature’s beauty. Despite a busy life and work commitments, Colleen expresses gratitude for spiritual blessings and the impact of faith. The piece closes with well wishes for Easter and acknowledgment of diverse celebrations.
A Wish for April
The poem “A Wish for April” vividly depicts the longing for spring’s magic and warmth. The author whimsically describes the dancing of faeries under the moon and expresses a desire for April to bring an end to the dreary, cold weather of March. The sonnet beautifully captures the anticipation of the new season.
As The Wind Speaks
As the Wind Speaks… April sun fades in crimson skies,Serenaded by catbird cries.Owl takes refuge in maple treeAs the wind speaks softly to me. Thoughts tumble down, into the fray At the end of a weary day.Golden moon rises high and freeAs the wind speaks softly to me. In a trance, dancing by starlight;Lips like velvetContinue reading “As The Wind Speaks”
Colleen Keller Breuning 