A robin is building her nest.
A cherry tree wears her new pink dress.
A rabbit nibbles tender green shoots.
A chipmunk scurries among tree roots.
This solitary morning,
nature reminds me—
Alone
doesn't have to be lonely.
© Linda Kulp Trout
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I like the rhythm of this poem. You are absolutely right. I am an introvert and I really don't mind this alone time with nature, my notebook, my books, and my family.
ReplyDeleteLeigh Anne, I'm an introvert too. I think this time is easier on us because we already spend a lot of alone time. Take care.
DeleteYes! There lies outside so much to love, Linda. I especially like your ending. Wishing you and your family good health in this challenging time, and lots of beauty outside!
ReplyDeleteThank you, Linda. I hope you and yours stay well also.
DeleteYep, your poem speaks the truth. And the inverse can be true, I've been in a very crowded room (before the current social distancing) and felt completely and utterly lonely. I especially like the line:
ReplyDelete"A cherry tree wears her new pink dress". Your picture does her dress justice. Be well. :)
Bridget, I agree. I feel the same way in a crowd. I like spending time alone. Take care!
DeleteLovely poem, Linda! I especially like the cherry tree wearing her new pink dress. Wish we had rabbits!
ReplyDeleteThank you, Jama. I love the rabbits, but I wish we would see some deer. I miss them!
DeleteThis poem is such an invitation to look a little more closely at the world around us and notice all the ways that we are not alone.
ReplyDeleteI agree with you, Elisabeth. Nature is all around us!
DeleteWhat delightful company you keep in this lovely poem. We are lucky enough to enjoy such around our home, too. Today a LBB (little brown bird) keeps perching on the wreath on the front door. Stay safe and well.
ReplyDeleteEnjoy that little brown bird! We have a wreath that I think is in the process of holding a nest. We're trying to remember not to go through that door. Take care and stay well.
ReplyDeleteIt sure does! I am lucky enough to get out for a daily walk between an irrigation ditch and orchards. I am reminded each day that life continues on and that eventually normal - in some shape or form - will return.
ReplyDeleteCheriee, it sounds like you have a beautiful place to walk. I miss living in the country. Take care and stay well.
ReplyDeleteI love this, Linda! You know, I love winter, and late spring in MN is beautiful too. But this early spring, with just brown and grey outside, in not the best season for shelter-in-place! Appreciating your cherry blossoms!
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely simple little reminder,Linda! I am daily stunned and grateful that the spring just keeps getting on with it no matter what.
ReplyDeleteSo true, Linda. My parents tell me daily about how they are enjoying tending to the flowers and birds in their front garden and watching little ones taking walks with their parents.
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ReplyDeleteYour poem and photo are both lovely!
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful poem, Linda. And a wonderful reminder!
ReplyDeleteThat last line! Your poem tells us that Nature is always there to give us comfort.
ReplyDeleteLovely, Linda–it feels like a very lively morning from your poem, and such a beautiful flowering cheery tree, thanks!
ReplyDeleteOh, perfect poem for this strange time, Linda. I've been taking so much solace in getting outside and enjoying spring. Hope you are doing well!
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