Snow on Cypress Trees

Snow on Cypress Trees

 

 

Once again it's the time of year
for the cognitive joys

of holidays past.

 

Carved turkeys and crusted pies

rekindle warm memories

of bustling preparations

in the kitchen,
with generations of family at hand
and pots of coffee brewing.

Leaves in a vast array
show no signs of winter here

in California…

where a heart is heavy
like snow on cypress trees.

Author's Note

...missing home, family and friends.

Reviews

[Chris Shaw]

Happy Thanksgiving Kelly. Your lines are nostalgic for past times and family. I have to admit feeling that myself when I reflect on family gatherings of years gone by. Your poem reminded me and filled me with warmth on a cold, cold day. Snow on cypress trees is a beautiful thought. All good wishes to you and yours.

Chris

[Kelly Scheppers]

Thank you so much, Chris. Do you celebrate Thanksgiving there on the same day?

[Chris Shaw]

We don't celebrate Thanksgiving here in the same way as you do, as a public holiday. In September we have Harvest Festival, mainly celebrated in schools and churches. On a much lesser scale though. Hope you had a fun day Kelly.

[Kelly Scheppers]

We had a day of heavy rain, wind and even some thunder. But that's what makes the meal so wonderful - the warmth and calm it brings!

[Chris Shaw]

Pleased you enjoyed.

[Patricia Wedel]

dear Kelly... thankful for poetry where we can escape to a different climate... and imagine...
May your days be blessed with Palm trees and tropical breeze’s kiss. Affectionately, Pat

[Kelly Scheppers]

Thank you, Pat! Many blessings for a wonderful Thanksgiving!

[Ken Simm.]

I love that line Snow on Cypress trees. you could leave it like that and still have a gorgeous poem. Thankfully you don't and expand the fragile beauty into so much more.

[Kelly Scheppers]

Thank you for saying that, Ken. I really wanted the warmth of the poem to come through.

[Pete]

ahhh, such tranquil, comforting words and imagery - warms the heart. i can smell, taste and fell it all. denver had snow yesterday- flights were delayed. the closing speaks volumes through a wonderful analogy kelly. thanks for setting the scene and table ... :)

[Kelly Scheppers]

Denver really got hammered, didn't they? I saw that - there's nasty weather all over the place, which makes traveling a pain. I'm always in a nostalgic mood when it comes to holidays. Hope it's a wonderful day for you, Pete! (Hey, did you see the Ravens game last night? Jackson got 5 touchdown passes! ; )

[Crowley]

I feel this way here in AZ as well, with the sun blaring at 75 degrees, the palm trees lining the streets and the cactus striking a not so holiday pose. But there are those small things that we manage, even if fabricated that can make me happy at times. A lot nostalgia in this one. Beautiful writing Miss S.

[Kelly Scheppers]

Thank you, darlin! We're in for a wallop of rain and chilly temps starting tomorrow on through the weekend, so at least the weather will be accommodating. I don't mind the rain at all...as long as I've got my pumpkin pies, I'm a happy camper. Hope it's a wonderful day for you and your family!

[Gypsy Warrior Queen]

Im not sure how to explain what I see and feel when I read these from you...Its a picture of a very beautiful soul wrapped in a fuzzy blanket, sitting in a window, sipping something hot, starring at the empty.....remembering the full......

[Kelly Scheppers]

You just gave me chills, girl! How good it is seeing you! ...such a poetic compliment - so befitting of you!

[Dave Brown]

Happy/sad, memories /reality
I sympathize with your pangs of loneliness
My wife has left me alone for a couple of weeks and I am feeling sorry for myself (laughing)
Can't offer you a cure (no laughing)
possibly all the thoughtful responses to your poem will help to combat your discombulization
Take care

[Kelly Scheppers]

Every little bit helps, right? I'm sure your wife will be delighted to know how much you've missed her. Thank you for your compassion, Dave!

[Ted Kniffen]

Good one Kelly. I missed a few family Christmases in my younger years, so I have an idea of your emotions here. It can be depressing when you're away from home. Your poem has just the right hint of nostalgia and longing to fit the season and a lovely descriptive scene of the hustle and bustle of preparing the meal.

Take care friend & Happy Thanksgiving. We celebrated ours in October.

[Kelly Scheppers]

I didn't know that, so sorry I missed it! Thank you, Ted. At least we all celebrate Christmas day the same!

[Einstein Noodle]

time for a trip to Tahoe perhaps ;) celebrations and holidays are a mixed bag aren't they .. when we can't be with loved ones .. its the memories that warms the home .. love and hugs Legs! peace and joy!

[Kelly Scheppers]

My best to you, Gene...thank you, my friend!

[Einstein Noodle]

Best Happy Thanksgiving ever :)

[Fran Marie]

This time of year seems to stir all. those warm memories to the fore..the longing for it to be so
again...well expressed piece here.

[Kelly Scheppers]

Thank you, Fran. Hope you have a wonderful holiday!

[Fran Marie]

you' re so welcome
happy thanksgiving