Every Moment Counts

Cherry

By skinner_jennifer

Wed, 08 Mar 2023
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16 comments
 

 

What's the point in fretting

over housework:, it'll still be

there tomorrow, Rosa ponders..

 

Sipping hot lemon tea

reflecting on one Summer's

rainy day, when back then

doing nothing was also

appealing.

 

Recalling relaxing in same

spot, she'd put down her

book; gazing out on garden

in meditation, welcomed

blackbird and sparrow

upon her roses thorny limbs,

 

they'd trilled the air singing

of fragrant pleasure, while

flowers absorbed season's

fine spray;

 

dreamy raindrops like pearls

of wisdom trickling down

her pane, as inspiring as

showers that seeped beneath

the rooted earth.

 

Then she recalls before long;

clouds clearing and rays

appearing, ruby petals once

more saluting balmy spirit;

and attentive pruning from

Rosa's tender loving care.

 

Through whispers on a

breeze flew buzzing bees;

cups of tiny sweetness so

tempting from scented blooms,

workers weaving a honeyed

path back to their esteemed

Queen.

 

In shade away from heat

Rosa occupied her old

wooden seat, chance to

drink a cup of tea beneath

trees canopy.

 

Then as daytime faded, Rosa

wondered where time went,

she'll dream of tomorrows,

cause every moment counts

that's sent.

 

 

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Comments

Submitted by marandina on

"...dreamy raindrops like pearls

of wisdom trickling down

her pane,"

 

A dreamy meditation full of beautiful imagery. Is the name "Rosa" significant? It feels like a reference to a book or a film. Anyway, enjoyed :)

 

Submitted by skinner_jennifer on

Hi Paul,

I'm still not sure about this poem. I tried to get it up ready for Women's International Day, feeling I might have rushed it too quickly. But I'm glad you liked.

The name Rosa came about because of the flower, which I imagined she had a love for.

Appreciate the read and thank you for letting me know.

Jenny.

 

Submitted by Rhiannonw on

Doing housework there can  be often opportuity to watch through the windows to refresh, and there is so much seen to relax, but also to stimulate from the busyness of bees etc.

But there are some nations where life is harder and more like slavery, especially for women. Rhiannon

 

Submitted by skinner_jennifer on

Hi Rhiannon,

this was a rushed poem, not about anyone in particular, just a chance to imagine.

It's terrible to think that some women are treated so badly, and a good time to reflect on how lucky I feel to be free.

Thank you for your interest and your thoughts.

Jenny.

 

Submitted by Jane Hyphen on

Roses and bees are very apt for International Women's Day. This is very beautiful, Jenny. Through a window there is so much to see and some sights are unchanging whether you are old or young. Once thing is for sure, there is always housework.

 

Submitted by skinner_jennifer on

Hi Jane,

I do wish I'd spent more time on this poem. Trying to tell a story in such a small space of time was difficult, but I'm glad you thought it worked. 

I'm very grateful for your thoughts, that were encouraging. 

Thank you.

Jenny.

 

Submitted by Di_Hard on

Lovely to read this on a freezing day with east wind, and think about roses and bees:0) But not housework!

 

Submitted by skinner_jennifer on

Hello Di,

I was going to take this poem down and re-write it. But after getting so many kind words of encouragement I just couldn't.

It's good to know it worked for you, and I'm happy to receive your comment.

Thank you so much.

Jenny.

 

Submitted by Maxine Jasmin-Green. on

Love this, this is Beautiful. I remember doing poems at school, I wish I could do them now.

heart

 

Submitted by skinner_jennifer on

Hi Maxine,

When I was working I never wrote hardly anything decent, especially when I first joined abc tales. Now I'm retired there's so much more time to read and enjoy doing the things I love.

You seem to have such a busy life. I admire you for your art of tie-dying, which is a gift and shows your love of the craft.

I also enjoy reading your writing too.

I'm over the moon with your response to my poem. I'm sure you could create poems, it's just a matter of having the time to sit down and create.

Anyway thank you so much for reading and sharing your thoughts, much appreciated.

Jenny. 

 

Submitted by Kris on

"What's the point in fretting over housework:, it'll still be there tomorrow,"

Golly Gee Whiz I love that phrase! ....but its gotten me red carded around the house a few times....

Leave it Jenn, done in haste with grace & class from the soul... IMO nothing to take down & re-write... you have an insperation gift, poetic words that sends visions and emotions people respond too... let it flow & shine....enlightenedangel

 

 

Submitted by skinner_jennifer on

Hi Kris,

it's lovely to hear from you. I did alter a few bits here and there, and feel a lot better about the poem. 

It's good to know the poem worked for you, and thank you so much for letting me know.

Jenny. smiley

 

Submitted by hilary west on

Hi Jenny,

This is a lovely gentle poem that flows so well. I don't think it needs changing, full of enticing imagery !

hilary   angel

 

Submitted by skinner_jennifer on

It's great to hear from you Hilary, I'm very happy you found this poem had a gentle flow, that was what I was aiming for.

Many thanks for reading and letting me know you liked.

Jenny. smiley

 

Submitted by airyfairy on

This is a lovely piece for Women's Day, Jenny. I could see Rosa's garden, and there's so much wisdom in those last few lines. It was a pleasure to read - I found it very calming, and reassuring. I'd like a cup of tea with Rosa in her garden!

Submitted by skinner_jennifer on

Hi there airyfairy,

I did play around with this poem after first writing it, but wasn't happy with the end product, so it was nice to know that it now works. I couldn't be happier with your lovely comment. Yes it would be nice to join Rosa in her garden for a cup of tea.

Many thanks for reading and your kind words,

Those cherries were very much appreciated.

Thank you again.

Jenny. smiley