Sundry
Silent shifting of sand
Shadows dance then vanish
Snow melts, unmasking green
Sunlight fades into dark
Subtle lifting of clouds
Scents lure then drift away
Seasons change--we adjust
Karen O'Leary is a freelance writer/editor from West Fargo, ND. Her
poetry, short stories, and articles have been published in a variety of
venues. She released her first book of poetry in 2011 called Whispers... published by A.P.F. Publisher. Their second project, Snippets...an anthology of short verse,
contains poetry from 73 talented writers from across the world and was
released in 2012. Karen is a member of The Writers and Poetry Alliance
and the Haiku Society of America.
Karen, I love how each line embraces a moment and gives so much breath and color that defines life. A powerful point made for each breath of life which becomes so poignant, expressive and yet artistic in the changing of seasons! Well done! Sheri / www.poetryandbeyond.net
ReplyDeleteDear Sheri,
ReplyDeleteThank you so much for these thoughtful and lovely comments. You put so much time into your thoughts for writers here. I really appreciate that. What a special light you are my friend.
Blessings,
Karen
So many changes combine to maintain constant...
ReplyDeleteVery nice to see you adorn these pages, Karen.
Thank you Michael. I'm glad you decided to adorn these pages too. Thank you for your support and encouragement.
ReplyDeleteBlessings,
Karen
a collage of distinct images blending into a unified whole!!!
ReplyDeleteDear Terry,
ReplyDeleteThank you for your kind comment. What an interesting thought. I appreciate your ongoing encouragement.
Blessings,
Karen
Hi Karen. Nice poem. I especially like the last line. Yes, we adjust even if we don't want to. The seasons come and go as they desire. We are the ones adapting. Thank you for sharing this and continued blessings! -MJ
ReplyDeleteDear Maurice,
ReplyDeleteAnd it is through our most challenge times often we grow in that adjustment. Thank you for your kind words and ongoing encouragement my friend. It is greatly appreciated.
Blessings,
Karen
Karen, I loved this well written poem, especially the last line, "Seasons change...we adjust". For the benefit of this old lady that is just beginning to learn about all the different forms of poetry, is there a name for this form that each line begins with the same letter or is that even a factor? Thank you for sharing your wonderful talent.
ReplyDeleteLove and blessings,
Charlene
Dear Charlene,
ReplyDeleteThank you for your lovely words. This poem is a Pleiades. The form has a one word title. The lines of the poem begin with the same letter of the first letter of the title. The poem has seven lines of six syllables each. Sometimes, it's fun to try something different. I have only written less than a handful of these. Glad you enjoyed this one. Your encouragement is such a blessing in my life.
Smiling in North Dakota,
Karen
Beautiful moments in time capture such lovely images in your poetic piece Karen. Blessings sent with love, Leokadia
ReplyDeleteDear Lee,
ReplyDeleteSo good to hear from you today. Thank you for your kind thoughts on my poem. I appreciate your ongoing encouragement my friend.
Blessings,
Karen
This is a well-thought out poem, Karen.
ReplyDeleteDear Ndaba,
ReplyDeleteThank you my friend. So good to have you back at Whispers. I appreciate your thoughtfulness.
Blessings,
Karen
Wonderful Karen. Love the change of seasons because when I'm tired of one, there is always a new one to look forward to. Thanks for sharing this form of poetry, "Pleiades." I enjoyed reading it! Love, Chris
ReplyDeleteDear Chris,
ReplyDeleteThank you so much my friend. I appreciate all the encouragement you give me and other writers here at Whispers. What a blessing you are!
Best wishes,
Karen
nice - I like this poem
ReplyDeleteDear ayaz,
ReplyDeleteThank you so much for your kind comment. I hope you are enjoying your time at Whispers. Glad to have you with us.
Best wishes,
Karen
Thank you, Richard Sponaugle, for the following--
ReplyDeleteAnother poem of depth, beautiful alliteration, and above all, truth.
Dear Rick,
ReplyDeleteThank you so much for your lovely words. I appreciate all the support and encouragement you have given me over the years. What a blessing your friendship is.
Best wishes,
Karen
Thank you, Barbara Siekierski, for the following--
ReplyDeleteA very good poem about changing of seasons and what happens, like snow melting, seeing the green grass, and the spring bulbs begin to sprout.
Dear Barbara,
ReplyDeleteThank you for your ongoing support and encouragement. I appreciate all the comments you sent for others too. It's people like you that make Whispers possible.
Blessings,
Karen
Thank you, John Polselli, for the following--
ReplyDeleteAll that arises passes away. This is much wisdom in this poem, Karen, like a parable depicting the variable nature of life, and how we must adapt to it. Well done!
Dear John,
ReplyDeleteThank you for your insightful comments. Your ongoing encouragement means a lot to me.
Blessings,
Karen