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WSR Poetry Corner: ‘Daffodils’

April 12, 2023 | 2:07 PM
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“Daffodils”
By Jane Seskin

dizzy from the wind
defiant in the rain
different hues
drunkenly dancing
delighting us all
defining Spring.

Jane Seskin (www.olderwisershorter.com) is a social worker and writer.

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Wijmlet
Wijmlet
2 years ago

Thanks!

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Suze Volchok
Suze Volchok
2 years ago

Always a pleasure to read new work by one of my favorite NYC/UWS poets!

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Marjorie
Marjorie
2 years ago

What a very beautiful poem ! Captures the essence of the wonderful daffodil

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Louise Kindley
Louise Kindley
2 years ago

Decidedly delectable

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Ruth
Ruth
2 years ago

Like a Spring breeze.

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Susan
Susan
2 years ago

I want to run outside and dance, reborn with hope and joy. Welcome Spring!

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christine
christine
2 years ago

So joyous – lifts the heart!

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Melissa
Melissa
2 years ago

Reading Jane’s poem makes me want to be a daffodil! Such joyfulness in just being,
Thank you.

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Mary
Mary
2 years ago

Lovely Luscious Life-Affirming Language

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Nicki
Nicki
2 years ago

Enchanting and inspiring words for the new season.

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Susan Xenarios
Susan Xenarios
2 years ago

And Definitely Devine!!

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Mike Maloney
Mike Maloney
2 years ago

This poem adds to the universal joy of new Spring!

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