She was quiet this morning,
Dawn, that is, miraculous,
Peaceful in her timeless dignity.
Two mallards skim rural water, as twin rogues,
Before taking flight with one another,
Their sky, a season of cerulean.
An ibis flirted with stoic wind,
Hardly noticed and without sound,
As her white wings rode his reliable gift.
Nature thrilled with my insistent watchful probe,
Created a warm glow from the rising sun,
Behind clouds, the color of smoke.
In the end, my eyes focused,
On a spider crawling about her web,
Intricate designer, naked to most.
Her long legs seemingly stretched across,
Compressed air, as I questioned myself, almost,
But, chose to alter my angle, instead.
Life reassured me, artistry brought into focus,
Minutes passed, comfort took hold,
As I found you there, too.
How do I know?
Alone, I briefly turned and whispered in awe,
“You’re seeing this, aren’t you?”
Hood replaced reluctantly, closed tight
Gloved hands situated
Into warm inviting pockets
I continue amongst what’s frozen
Oldest Daughter & Red Headed Sister 
Truly beautiful.
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I’m really happy you liked this poem. Your visit made me smile. Thank you
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Awesome again. Artistry brought into focus is my fav bit.
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Thank you, Duketh. This is the winter photo of the background photo I have on facebook, if you can believe it. See?
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It’s that same lake! I see it now. That’s so cool.
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A little bit of research pays off, huh?! Thanks, Duketh
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This is so Beautiful, yet tinged with sadness. Delicate, yet heavy. You are a master of this dichotic sort of verse, my friend!
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Winter often hides what we need to thrive. Glad you enjoyed this, Poetess. I appreciate the compliment.
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Very True, as does life.
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Yes. A smart one. You.
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**Blush***
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The ending does justice to the rest. A beautiful reminder to see.
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When one is under a blanket of snow seeing is priceless. Good to see you, D. xx
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First-rate job on this one. Well-crafted and really pulls you in. I like it two whole bunches. 🙂
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Awe, Hemm. I’m so glad you do. Your educated eyes are welcome here. Thank you for the lovely comment. Love your sense of humor.
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Audrey,
Happy New Year!
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What a lovely surprise, JF. Happy New Year! I hope you’ve been well.
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You put me right there, I see everything with you, and it is breathtaking in the most profound sense of that overused word. But perhaps it is not me whose company you seek. A bit of a wistful ending. Here’s a wish for your fulfillment, Audrey.
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I’m glad the picture was written well enough to take you there, Shari. Thank you for your well wishes.
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Gorgeous and such a wonderful evocation of your name and the feeling arising with the first light
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Thank you, Candice. Very kind of you to say.
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You are welcome as you are SO worth it
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♡
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Beautifully written Audrey Dawn.
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Thank you, Hollie Heartafire.
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Yes, we see it. Thanks, Audrey
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I’m grateful. You’re welcome, Butch.
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🙂
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