Manifestation of spring
comes through snow and storm,
through trials and tribulations
it arrives resilient and strong
being and feeling,
with memory and purpose

It appears unwithered and determined
everything from the beginning
crocus, cherry blossoms, and daisies
calls to its late blooming brothers
goldenrods, hydrangeas, & marigolds,

to push into summer with armor
not dying or falling short into
autumn’s vengeance on green,
and even then only lay sentry
to the lull of hibernation and
winter’s snow-covered fortress

Intentional and patient
under a silver moon
for its turn to bloom

Bright and vibrant
petal and stalk,
grass and trees,
sure and kind,
in praise and glory

Awe-inspiring, yet humble
to creator and creation
through endurance and season