“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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Thanks!
Always a pleasure to read new work by one of my favorite NYC/UWS poets!
What a very beautiful poem ! Captures the essence of the wonderful daffodil
Decidedly delectable
Like a Spring breeze.
I want to run outside and dance, reborn with hope and joy. Welcome Spring!
So joyous – lifts the heart!
Reading Jane’s poem makes me want to be a daffodil! Such joyfulness in just being,
Thank you.
Lovely Luscious Life-Affirming Language
Enchanting and inspiring words for the new season.
And Definitely Devine!!
This poem adds to the universal joy of new Spring!