A “Tiny” Christmas

The Christmas tree is a symbol of love… ~Andy Rooney, American radio and TV writer

I

Become

Dazzling

When my lady

Hangs decorations

On my branches and then

Steps back to admire the view.

Red ornaments and golden bows

Make me feel like a real Christmas tree,

Proving once again all trees are special.

 

Note: Poetry form is Etheree. I’ll be taking a few days off to celebrate the holidays with family and friends. Please, everyone, have a safe and beautiful Christmas and New Year’s Day!

Happy Easter, Happy Spring

The first day of spring is one thing, and the first spring day is another. The difference between them is sometimes as great as a month. ~Henry Van Dyke, American author, educator, and clergyman

I’ve been waiting for a pretty day to capture some of Central Illinois’s Spring beauty, but alas! By the time that rolls around, all the good blooms will be gone and it will be 90 degrees outside!

So I’ve decided a nice walk around town in search of blossoms, Easter/Spring decorations, and such will have to suffice.

Let’s get started.

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