Inspired Walk

Cherry
Poem of the week

By skinner_jennifer

Mon, 08 Nov 2021
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19 comments
 

Remembering our walk on

Wednesday 3rd November 2021.

 

 

 

I love when autumn gives way to winter's

brisk freshness – even scatter of birds are

drawn beyond gentle local cloud spread,

 

inquisitively they seek plucking moments;

gently tossing various hues in tranquil grass

where we wander, and for me eager poetry

comes alive.

 

Notice squirrel venture cheekily close to

Magpie; searching for some tasty harvest

with rooting contentment, where sodden

leaves bathe under peeping faint rays,

feast hidden in some forgotten earth or 

long ago buried crevice.

 

Unexpected element of rain drives us on,

the sky broods black and grey; as huddled

walkers loom around corners, I can feel

their contentment.

 

Of course pavements have their own mystery,

I wonder! What tales they could tell of footsteps

taken and conversations passing.

 

Greeting us...half caught smiles and relaxed; “Hi!”

With nowhere important to go, those passers by

just focusing on strolling in the here and now.

We were nearing home tired with pleasant glowing

thoughts; realizing we are receptive to all that's

around,

 

noticing while progressing down meandering

alleyway, a single piece of hope living in

paving crack; searching for light, quite simply

this flower wants to live no matter what.

 

It gives me hope, uncomplicated – yet a study

complex, makes me realize my fate is to follow

this flower's example and soldier on in life with

sheer determination, no matter what.

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Comments

Submitted by Rhiannonw on

A pleasant walk, noticing! Rhiannon

 

Submitted by skinner_jennifer on

It's so nice when a walk inspires, this was just one of those days when everything mattered.

So glad you liked this poem and thank you for letting me know.

Jenny.

 

Submitted by Turlough on

I enjoyed your poem Jenny.

Your lines ...

Of course pavements have their own mystery,

I wonder! What tales they could tell of footsteps

taken and conversations passing.

really caught my imagination as I frequently try to imagine the conversations and events that may have taken place down through time in the spots where I wander, particularly abandoned buildings and lonely forests. If only they could tell their tale!

I also liked ...

a single piece of hope living in

paving crack; searching for light, quite simply

this flower wants to live no matter what.

which seems to describe how I see myself battling on during the dark days on the cusp of autumn and winter. 

It was really nice to read.

Turlough

Submitted by skinner_jennifer on

your in depth comment was very encouraging. You noticed all the little details. Sometimes walks are just about getting excercise, but then there's those days when everything matters, this was one of those times.

Thank you for reading and sharing your thoughts.

Jenny.

 

 

Submitted by marandina on

I enjoyed that. It felt like I was right there with you. Paul

 

Submitted by skinner_jennifer on

really encouraging to know I could take you along on this walk. We have a green piece of land just down the road, and it's so very peaceful watching the wildlife. Sometimes I'll just sit and contemplate the trees. I love watching the squirrels, they're so comical. The magpies get a bit jumpy when the leaves are blowing around, also the crows frequent this area too and get quite agitated by the magpies. It's a privilage to take it all in.

Thank you so much for reading and letting me know you liked.

Jenny.

 

Submitted by celticman on

my fate is to faollow too. 

 

Submitted by skinner_jennifer on

To have time to just enjoy nature, is the best feeling in the world. Hope you get to enjoy this freedom. Thank you so much for your words. 

Those lovely cherries were very much appreciated and made the walk even more special.

Thank you again.

Jenny.

 

Submitted by Di_Hard on

I do sympathise with "Unexpected element of rain drives us on," as it started pouring yesterday when I was out :0) You word element gave the rain strength.

Your huge empathy shows again in how you go from feeling the "contentment" of fellow walkers to contemplatng how pavements experience their  transient feet, to the roots of a tiny flower, clinging to life, shows determination and beauty even as your poem about your walk grew on your computer screen

 

Submitted by skinner_jennifer on

Sorry to hear you got soaked. It's not nice hanging around in wet clothes. I don't mind getting wet if I'm on my way home, and the rain we're having here is like a mist. But we were lucky that day, because it didn't rain heavily till we got home. 

I'm glad you picked up on the element of rain part, and your thoughts about the strength which was very inspiring.

I felt such a connection with that one flower peeping through the crack. Nature has such a strong will to survive and prosper, I think we can learn a lot from the natural world. It's at times like this, it's good to be alive.

Your in depth comments are always welcome Di. I'm always grateful.

Many thanks.

Jenny.

 

Submitted by skinner_jennifer on

Thanks again Editors for the cherries.

Jenny. smiley

 

Submitted by jeand on

Hi Jenny

What a lovely poem about a beautiful walk. My daughter and her family came over on Sunday and we went on a lovely walk too.  My grandson saw a jay - and that brought up the information that jays are having a problem as the acorn availablility  is much less than usual this year. Apparently jays hide thousands of nuts, and can remember where they all are. 

Jean Day

Submitted by skinner_jennifer on

I had no idea about Jays hiding nuts and remembering where they are, so you've taught me something. I also never realized there was a lack of acorns...I wonder why! 

It's nice to go out walking this time of the year, because the sun's not so strong, I also enjoy the clouds too, for some reason I'm happier when there's clouds around. It's quite mild today, so I think me and my partner will go out for a walk this afternoon before it gets too dark, just a quick walk around the block.

Any way I'm grateful to you for reading and glad you liked this poem. Thank you for letting me know.

Jenny.

 

Submitted by Ewan on

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Submitted by skinner_jennifer on

I couldn't believe it when I tuned in to abc tales. What a wonderful surprise to get poem of the week.

It gives me so much encouragement. A huge big thank you from me.

Jenny. smiley

 

Submitted by Hades502 on

Another beautiful poem, Jenny. Congrats on the accolades that you received.

My apologies for not being able to keep up with my reading of your stuff, let alone my own writing. I'm just very busy at present. I will be able to come online more in January or so.

GGHades502

Submitted by skinner_jennifer on

It's very kind of you to stop by and read this poem. Glad you liked, it was a nice walk which I won't forget, even though it was just down the road.

I look forward to reading some more of your work when you have time.

Take care, and don't work too hard. wink

Jenny.

 

Submitted by forest_for_ever on

My next walk in the countryside where I live will be much enriched.  I know I will hear the voice of your poem in the things I see.  Thank you for this.

 

Submitted by skinner_jennifer on

It's very kind of you to stop by and read. If it inspires you to notice the tiny bits of nature that are around on your walks, then I'm happy I've written this poem.

Many thanks for letting me know you enjoyed reading.

Jenny.