Spring is strong and virtuous,
Broad-sowing, cheerful, plenteous,
Quickening underneath the mould
Grains beyond the price of gold.
So deep and large her bounties are,
That one broad, long midsummer day
Shall to the planet overpay
The ravage of a year of war.
Emerson
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Happy winter-spring, Jeff! (Love especially those purple beauties deep in…)
Kathy,
Yes, Happy winter-spring!!!! I was surprised to see them right there in the front yard!!!
Oh Jeff — my heartstrings are just thrumming with response to your captivating photographs set to Emerson’s words.
Laurie,
Good to know I have got your Heartstrings just thrumming !!!
These are beautiful! As a fellow flower/nature love, I thank you for posting them!
You are most welcome! Thank you for coming by and commenting!
absolutely astounding, Jeff. I think I sense a shift in you that is reflected here.
okay, that was not enough; these photos reveal such a gifted talent and you are growing so well into your gifts; I have this vision of you taking your photography well beyond anything you have imagined.
Barbara,
Your kind and supportive words have lifted me to new wonder! Thank you so much! These photos seem to be imbibed with something special! They were taken only hours before posting and finding the correct words to walk along with them.
I am Love, Jeff
Your photos go so well with Emerson’s words… I especially love “Deep In.” The “strong” “cheerful” colors of spring contrasted with the “ravaged” leaves!
Barbara,
I really had to search for a quote/poem, I am glad I found the correct one!
Thank you so much!
Sam,
Thank you for including the collection (blog) in your weekly round up on Wonders in the dark ! What a big surprise!
Jeff
You actually make it seem so easy together with your presentation however I to find this topic to be actually something that I believe I might
never understand. It sort of feels too complicated and extremely extensive for me.
I’m taking a look forward in your subsequent submit, I’ll attempt to get the hang of it!