Sunday, March 24, 2013

Easter Flowers


Easter Flowers
Originally uploaded by CanWeBowlPlease
A poem by Helen Steiner Rice about gardens and spring.
"The Miracles of Easter"
The sleeping earth awakens,
the robins start to sing -
The flowers open wide their eyes
to tell us it is spring.
The bleakness of the winter
is melted by the sun -
The tree that looked so stark and dead
becomes a living one.
These miracles of Easter,
wrought with divine perfection,
Are the blessed reassurance
of our Savior's resurrection.

I do enjoy her poems and as we all probably do, I appreciate spring.
As a Christian I put my hope in Easter, and I think all of us like this season. I understand that Passover begins at sundown on Monday so this is a doubly joyous week.
In future posts I will chat about the wonderful book I am reading, "The Six Wives of Henry VIII" by Antonia Fraser, and show some photos of what is going on in my garden.
Happy Spring to All.
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32 comments:

  1. highheeledlifeMarch 24, 2013 at 4:07 PM

    Beautiful poem. Winter to Spring is becoming my favourite change of season. Spring brings so much hope for all things new ... Happy spring...xo HHL

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  2. ButtercupMarch 24, 2013 at 4:13 PM

    Passover starts tomorrow night and we will celebrate thousands of years after the event from slavery to freedom. Wishing you joy this week and all through the year!

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  3. MichelleMarch 24, 2013 at 4:45 PM

    I always enjoy Ms. Rice's poetry. Wonderful!

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  4. Blondie's JournalMarch 24, 2013 at 4:50 PM

    This is a beautiful poem, Terra. I love Easter and this time of renewal. And of course we gardeners can't wait to get out into the sun!

    I'm looking forward to hearing about the book!

    XO,
    Jane

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  5. Draffin BearsMarch 24, 2013 at 5:26 PM

    Hi Terra,

    The daffodils are pretty and herald the start of Spring.
    I enjoyed the poem too.

    Happy new week
    hugs
    Carolyn

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  6. Chatty CroneMarch 24, 2013 at 6:05 PM

    I loved that poem - I am so ready for spring. sandie

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  7. AnonymousMarch 24, 2013 at 6:22 PM

    beautiful flowers and beautiful poem,

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  8. SusanMarch 24, 2013 at 6:33 PM

    Hi Terra....I like her poetry very much, too. Thanks for sharing. Susan

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  9. DeniseMarch 24, 2013 at 7:44 PM

    Very lovely post.

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  10. AnonymousMarch 25, 2013 at 2:04 AM

    I have a book of Helen Steiner-Rice's poems. They are very delightful, indeed! I remember reading this one some time ago. It's very pretty.

    Blessings!

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  11. AnonymousMarch 25, 2013 at 3:34 AM

    I love poetry. Happy Spring to you, too.

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  12. SouthhamsdarlingMarch 25, 2013 at 6:38 AM

    Hi Terra. Yes, that is a beautiful poem indeed. I just wish someone would tell the weather that Spring is supposed to be here. It's bitterly cold at the moment here, with biting winds :(

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  13. HappyKMarch 25, 2013 at 6:50 AM

    Beautiful poem.
    It would be nice to really see spring.
    It's snowing as I type this!!

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  14. AmritaMarch 25, 2013 at 8:28 AM

    Beautiful

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  15. Tammy@T's Daily TreasuresMarch 25, 2013 at 9:23 AM

    A friend just gave me a book of Blessings from Helen Steiner Rice. My eyes are scratchy right now because of the dust in the air. Hope you have a great week. Tammy

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  16. UnknownMarch 25, 2013 at 9:34 AM

    Terra,
    Thank you for stopping by for a visit. I appreciate your kind comment. Yes, Easter week is a special time for us...the resurrection marks the start of new life and hope. Praying for sunshine here in Michigan. It hasn't been out in days!
    xoxo.
    Mary

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  17. Lemon Verbena LadyMarch 25, 2013 at 12:24 PM

    Thanks for sharing your poem and spring, because somehow we in the 'Burgh have gotten a dose of winter. Happy Easter, dear Terra! xxoo LVL

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  18. AngelMarch 25, 2013 at 2:02 PM

    Love that poem! I have always been a fan of Helen Steiner Rice. Thank you for sharing it.

    And thank you for stopping by my blog today!

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  19. GRACE PETERSONMarch 25, 2013 at 4:31 PM

    I used to read a lot of Helen Steiner Rice when I was younger. She has a very talented way with words.

    Yes, I'm happy for spring too.

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  20. Oregon Gifts of Comfort and JoyMarch 26, 2013 at 6:05 AM

    Terra, your post is the first one that I have read this morning ... what a lovely message filled with hope. I loved the cheery daffodils too.

    Hope that you have a wonderful Easter.

    Hugs,

    Kathy M.

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  21. AnonymousMarch 26, 2013 at 9:32 AM

    enjoyed your post...a children's book, now there's a thought :D

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  22. Pamela Terry and EdwardMarch 26, 2013 at 5:00 PM

    Happy Easter to you.
    Such a wonderful time of year.
    Even if it feels like Christmas outside tonight!
    xo

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  23. Red Rose AlleyMarch 26, 2013 at 7:12 PM

    Terra,

    Happy Easter, dear friend of mine.

    ~Sheri at Red Rose Alley

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  24. LaurieMarch 26, 2013 at 10:20 PM

    I used to find a lot of cards with Helen Steiner Rice poetry. Hers were the most beautiful. Have a wonderful Holy Week.

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  25. GratefulPrayerThankfulHeartMarch 27, 2013 at 3:33 AM

    Good Morning, Terra!

    Such a lovely poem and so nice to read upon first waking up today.

    A joy stopping by to visit with you!
    Kindly, Lorraine

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  26. Ruth HiebertMarch 27, 2013 at 12:00 PM

    Fist let me say,thanks,for visiting my blog. I have enjoyed browsing through your blog and will be visiting regularly.Have a blessed Easter.

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  27. PondsideMarch 27, 2013 at 10:02 PM

    Unlike much of the country and Europe, we have made the change from winter to spring, and the gardens are full of daffodils and hyacinths - the magnolia is about to burst into flower too.

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  28. UnknownMarch 29, 2013 at 1:50 PM

    Hi Terra!
    What a lovely message. My favorite flowers are daffodils, and I like looking at all the books you are reading!
    xo
    Lynn

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  29. LonaMarch 30, 2013 at 7:10 AM

    I just love her poems too. Have a Blessed Easter Terra.

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  30. Lady JaneMarch 30, 2013 at 1:11 PM

    Happy Easter to you.

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  31. Cindy AdkinsMarch 30, 2013 at 3:27 PM

    Very pretty. I have crocus blooming, but not daffodils yet. I can't wait - I love them!
    Happy Easter!
    Cindy

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  32. AnnesphamilyApril 13, 2013 at 4:44 PM

    Oh such a lovely poem.
    I have a lonely daffodil in my front yard and after the last cold spell the poor thing is droopy and sad looking!

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