Spring has come our way!
Rain for days, cold mist and haze; will it never end?
Listen closely! Catch a note! Sweet tunes play on the wind!
Birds sing with greater gusto; melodic voices rise,
A song of joy is lifted, echoing through the skies!
Solo, duet, or chorus; arrangement small or large,
The concert has begun now, performance free of charge!
Flowering plant and climbing vine, push through the loamy soil,
Stalk and tendril reaching up, steady in their toil,
Striving towards the sunshine, straining for the light,
Patiently, they persevere; new blooms are within sight!
Stark silhouettes of barren trees, strong sentinels standing guard,
Keep watch as tender leaves spring forth, protected in their arms.
Plump buds swell, with stories to tell, of promises deep inside,
Roll call begins! Blossoms, fall in! Don’t wait! For now’s the time!
Photo courtesy of BBNWR Society photo gallery
Ripples on the surface, hints of creatures down below,
Some just waking from their naps, eager for the show,
Seeking sun and sustenance, feeding appetites,
Otter, turtle, fish and frog; the waters come to life!
Sparkling seas, steady bay breeze; salt spray and rustling reeds,
Bountiful treasure, gifts without measure, refresh, restore, relieve!
Currents carry travelers, pushed and pulled along,
Slip streamers draft on wind and wave, and join the merry throng!
Winter darkness, accept defeat – the odds are surely stacked!
Light lingers ever longer now; day mounts its great comeback.
Morning wakes with dappled rays, breaks its fast from night,
Divine design, on full display, with brilliance and with might!
Beautiful skies-most glorious! At last, the sun is all victorious!
Each rising and setting inspiring, uplifting; colors and patterns transform, ever shifting!
Spring has come our way!
On life’s cold, dark path of winter, hang on, and don’t despair,
Just around the bend – not far – a change is in the air.
Tomorrow brings new chances, a new day for us to seize,
Challenges and blessings, too; new possibilities.
Don’t look back at winter, it’s fading, nearly gone,
Forge ahead toward brighter days that sing a sweeter song.
Just ahead, there’s so much more, fresh vistas coming up,
You’re almost at the summit, now; press on, and never stop!
Soon, you’ll arrive, gratitude, deep inside; for the fruition of a promise:
Winter’s dark grip has gone, it’s passed the baton! Bright days are surely upon us!
Spring speaks of hope and wonder; joy waiting at the gates,
Hold on; have faith; believe and trust; life’s brand new day awaits!
Welcome, Spring!
“See you down at the refuge!”
The Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge Society depends on donations to fund programs and projects that directly support the Refuge. To make a donation click here .
The Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge Society (Society) is a 501(c) (3) nonprofit organization whose purpose is to promote and support Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge (BBNWR) in its mission to conserve, protect, and enhance natural resources; through advocacy, outreach, education, fund raising, and projects for the betterment of BBNWR. For more information regarding how to become involved, click here.
Spring Has Come Our Way by Laura McMahon
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Posted: March 5, 2021 by Back Bay NWR Society
Spring has come our way!
Rain for days, cold mist and haze; will it never end?
Listen closely! Catch a note! Sweet tunes play on the wind!
Birds sing with greater gusto; melodic voices rise,
A song of joy is lifted, echoing through the skies!
Solo, duet, or chorus; arrangement small or large,
The concert has begun now, performance free of charge!
Flowering plant and climbing vine, push through the loamy soil,
Stalk and tendril reaching up, steady in their toil,
Striving towards the sunshine, straining for the light,
Patiently, they persevere; new blooms are within sight!
Stark silhouettes of barren trees, strong sentinels standing guard,
Keep watch as tender leaves spring forth, protected in their arms.
Plump buds swell, with stories to tell, of promises deep inside,
Roll call begins! Blossoms, fall in! Don’t wait! For now’s the time!
Photo courtesy of BBNWR Society photo gallery
Ripples on the surface, hints of creatures down below,
Some just waking from their naps, eager for the show,
Seeking sun and sustenance, feeding appetites,
Otter, turtle, fish and frog; the waters come to life!
Sparkling seas, steady bay breeze; salt spray and rustling reeds,
Bountiful treasure, gifts without measure, refresh, restore, relieve!
Currents carry travelers, pushed and pulled along,
Slip streamers draft on wind and wave, and join the merry throng!
Winter darkness, accept defeat – the odds are surely stacked!
Light lingers ever longer now; day mounts its great comeback.
Morning wakes with dappled rays, breaks its fast from night,
Divine design, on full display, with brilliance and with might!
Beautiful skies-most glorious! At last, the sun is all victorious!
Each rising and setting inspiring, uplifting; colors and patterns transform, ever shifting!
Spring has come our way!
On life’s cold, dark path of winter, hang on, and don’t despair,
Just around the bend – not far – a change is in the air.
Tomorrow brings new chances, a new day for us to seize,
Challenges and blessings, too; new possibilities.
Don’t look back at winter, it’s fading, nearly gone,
Forge ahead toward brighter days that sing a sweeter song.
Just ahead, there’s so much more, fresh vistas coming up,
You’re almost at the summit, now; press on, and never stop!
Soon, you’ll arrive, gratitude, deep inside; for the fruition of a promise:
Winter’s dark grip has gone, it’s passed the baton! Bright days are surely upon us!
Spring speaks of hope and wonder; joy waiting at the gates,
Hold on; have faith; believe and trust; life’s brand new day awaits!
Welcome, Spring!
“See you down at the refuge!”
The Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge Society depends on donations to fund programs and projects that directly support the Refuge. To make a donation click here .
The Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge Society (Society) is a 501(c) (3) nonprofit organization whose purpose is to promote and support Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge (BBNWR) in its mission to conserve, protect, and enhance natural resources; through advocacy, outreach, education, fund raising, and projects for the betterment of BBNWR. For more information regarding how to become involved, click here.
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