First crocus peeps out,
Bright shout of color comes forth -
Snow broken by spring.
Bright shout of color comes forth -
Snow broken by spring.
Tulips emerge, red
Cup offers first taste of new
Life; soul sighs relief.
Rain taps on window
Pane, perfumes air with green smells.
Come outside and breathe.
Buds burst from branches,
Grass greens, flowers bloom bold, bright.
Earth sighs: Spring arrives.
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2 Comments
Post a CommentThese are all beautifully written. I especially enjoyed the last one. Thanks for sharing! :)
Beautiful spring haiku. Thanks for sharing.