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Today, March 12, was Mom's birthday. We lost her 35 years ago. She passed three days after her 45th birthday. I remember the call from...
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Ah yes, spring is that friend that I enjoy welcoming each year. She is always so fresh and pretty. Revived from her rest and ready to bloom. I love this time of year and your poem reminded me of some of my favorite parts. :)
ReplyDeleteOh, thank you Betsy.your comment made me smile. :)
DeleteI love the part about children play longer...I know we have already enjoyed being outside because of the time change and the warmer weather on last Sunday!
ReplyDeleteAmy, yes, that is cool. Thanks for your comments.
Deletei tried writing poems about spring with my young students this week - and then realized they really don' remember how spring felt or looked - they were little kids last year! Your poem is wonderful and reflects the joy of being outside.
ReplyDeleteAnita, aww, that your kids can't remember spring is too cute. I had not thought about it either. You can talk about the change they are seeing and hearing every day.
DeleteThank you for commenting and sharing with me.
Pat
I love how you welcome the old friend of spring in your poem. I like, too, how your friend creeps in and then opens to the fullness of nature and playing and happy children.
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DeleteThank you for your comments. It makes me feel so high! I'm loving this SOL challenge.
Welcome indeed! I sure hope the puddles dry quicker part is accurate!
ReplyDeleteLori, thanks. The ole March wind was drying out the puddles at my house. :)
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