Wednesday, January 20, 2016

Winter Reflection--By Maurice J. Reynolds--United States

Winter Reflection

A cool, stiff wind captures the gaze
in my eyes as I look out my window
on this first day of the New year.
Crisp chills, snow-covered soil; the
Earth’s tranquil delight here in the
Midwest.  Clear skies, bright stars,
copper mountaintops, and frozen
lakes will play their part.  Zero-
below temperature days and long,
bone-chilling nights will trouble the
mind; icy roads and stranded vehicles
don’t do much to ease the woes of this
season, but the fresh snows and still
nights draw near to the bright moon,
providing light for the dark skies,
warming my heart and reflecting
the radiance and beauty of the
season.  Winter’s reflection is
unlike any other.

Maurice J. Reynolds is a freelance writer who has had material published in various publications.  He is the owner of To God be the Glory! Publications, a literary ministry that produces the poetry publication Creative Inspirations.  More information can be found at: www.tgbtgpublictions.com.

11 comments:

  1. Hi Maurice....I enjoyed your beautifully descriptive wintry poem. Although winter is not my favorite season, God's breathtaking handiwork cannot be denied! God bless you always, Chris~

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    1. Hi Christine. Thank you for your comments and feedback. I really appreciate them. Continued blessings to you and yours! -MJ

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  2. Maurice, I really enjoyed poem and could feel the beauty.

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    1. Hello Peggy. Thank you for stopping by. I'm glad you enjoyed the poem. I appreciate your comments. Continued blessings to you and yours! -MJ

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  3. Hi Maurice

    I always enjoy your works. This poem of yours is mind freeing and beautiful.

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    1. Hi Ntchindi. I appreciate you stopping by and leaving some feedback. Glad you enjoyed the poem. Continued blessings to you and yours!

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  4. Hi Rev. Reynolds, some dandy reflections and a calming acceptance of winter woes, works for me here in the Boston area

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    1. Hi Rick. Thanks for your warm comments. I appreciate them. Please keep warm and safe there in Boston. I know the East Coast is in a winter cycle right now. Sending up prayers....
      -MJ

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  5. This is a wonderful poem, Maurice. I especially liked "bone-chilling nights will trouble/the mind." What a great image! I like how you show winter's beauties and drawbacks.

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    1. Hi Marianne. Thank you so much for your kind comments. I am glad you like the poem. I love imagery. Continued blessings to you and yours! -MJ

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    2. Thank you for your beautiful descriptive poem. It sounds so very cold with the bone-chilling nights.

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