A Show of Snowdrops

A Show of Snowdrops

A Poem by Chris Shaw
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(a little bit of spring)

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In clusters in a wooded copse
lie snowdrops stirring from their sleep.
And though the March wind blows its best,
it will not slow the creep of growth
that closes time on winter's rest.

Their double-headed blooms bow down,
yet pure and white their bells will ring
when sun bleeds through the cloudy greys,
they'll cheer and fling their drooping heads
to face the rays of warm spring days.

© 2019 Chris Shaw


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Beautiful poem Chris. To tell the truth I always wanted to write a poem on snowflakes or snowdrops but after reading your poetry I am very sure I could have never described and framed it so wonderfully. I especially loved the last lines. To me it also shows that how love like Rays of sun can cheer you up and melt hard feelings and mend broken hearts. Very nice poem

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Chris Shaw

5 Years Ago

Anjeline, thank you so much for your lovely review. I truly appreciate your thoughts.

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Anjeline

5 Years Ago

You're welcome 😊
Chris Shaw

5 Years Ago

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I love the way you describe how snowdrops make the bells heavy & drooping. That's an observation about spring I've never thought about & it's so specific & visual. Great work always bringing us fresh imagery to soak into our cold bones (((HUGS))) Fondly, Margie

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It's a pretty and comprehensive poem. I like the cheerful snow characterization despite the fact that spring is rolling in in the poem. There's some nice alliteration paired with good imagery. I especially like 'blooms bow down.' I hope you don't mind me asking, but why two 5 Line stanzas?

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Chris Shaw

4 Years Ago

Thank you so much for your review. Pleased to meet you on my page, you are most welcome. Five line s.. read more
We receive a taste of Spring. Cold again in Michigan. I hope, no snow. I am waiting for Spring. I need a long walk and the lake. Thank you dear Chris for sharing the amazing poetry.
Coyote

Posted 5 Years Ago


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Chris Shaw

5 Years Ago

We had a beautiful spring day today, but the nights are cold. The time clock changes tonight, so we .. read more
Coyote Poetry

5 Years Ago

You are welcome dear Chris. I am waiting for Spring.
Beautiful poem Chris. To tell the truth I always wanted to write a poem on snowflakes or snowdrops but after reading your poetry I am very sure I could have never described and framed it so wonderfully. I especially loved the last lines. To me it also shows that how love like Rays of sun can cheer you up and melt hard feelings and mend broken hearts. Very nice poem

Posted 5 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Chris Shaw

5 Years Ago

Anjeline, thank you so much for your lovely review. I truly appreciate your thoughts.

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Anjeline

5 Years Ago

You're welcome 😊
Chris Shaw

5 Years Ago

:)...........
Lovely write as I visualize your thoughts in words ;-]

Posted 5 Years Ago


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Chris Shaw

5 Years Ago

Thank you so much Weeping willow.

Chris
Chris - what a beautiful scene you paint with your words.
I can easily see these flowers, white and glistening in the
coming days of spring. Thank you for the picture.

Take care - Dave

Posted 5 Years Ago


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Chris Shaw

5 Years Ago

Thank you Dave. I always look forward to snowdrops. They are the first signs of spring to me. In clu.. read more
They are so dainty too and yet withstand still bitterly cold weather, a lovely tribute to such a perfect spring flower :)

Posted 5 Years Ago


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Chris Shaw

5 Years Ago

Gorgeous aren't they Stella. I have recently planted lots more in my garden. Next year they should l.. read more
Indeed I saw this in our garden as the snowdrops fought off the winter chills. Nice observation piece.

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Chris Shaw

5 Years Ago

Many thanks John for your thoughts. Sorry for the late response. I took a short break.

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nicely done
I "think" we have seen the last of our snowdrops 17 to 22 degrees, but, what a weird winter
Here's to all the buds "of March"

Posted 5 Years Ago


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Chris Shaw

5 Years Ago

We still have quite a few in our garden rockery and very pretty they are too. They always look best .. read more

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