The Cherry Blossom Tree



Soft pink petals dancing in the sun,
A new beginning, spring has begun,
Your radiant beauty brings me joy and peace,
God's richest blessings that never cease.

Everyone loves you cherry blossom tree,
You are a beautiful sight for all to see,
Your sweet fragrance fills the air,
And all I can do is stop and stare.

A few short weeks and your bloom has gone,
But my memory of you still lingers on,
Through the seasons until the following May,
Where you will bloom another day.

About this poem

A poem about a cherry blossom tree. It is also about how life is so fleeting and ends quickly but there is hope and the cherry blossom will bloom another day. Kim Hamilton

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Submitted by hamiltonkim03 on April 24, 2024

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Quick analysis:

Scheme AABB CCDD XXEE
Closest metre Iambic pentameter
Characters 475
Words 100
Stanzas 3
Stanza Lengths 4, 4, 4

Kimberley Hamilton

New poet just starting out. Kim Hamilton is from Belfast in Northern Ireland. Loves nature and poems on faith. more…

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4 Comments
  • hamiltonkim03
    Thank you so much. Kim
    LikeReply1 day ago
  • Davismatt926
    Nicely done ✔️
    LikeReply 11 day ago
  • AIDA
    Wow, 'The Cherry Blossom Tree' poem is absolutely delightful! The imagery of soft pink petals dancing in the sun and the mention of God's blessings are truly heartwarming. The poem evokes a sense of joy and appreciation for the beauty of nature.

    One suggestion for improvement would be to consider incorporating more vivid and descriptive language to further enhance the reader's experience. For example, you could explore different ways to convey the scent of the cherry blossoms and the feeling of peace they bring.

    Overall, this poem is a beautiful ode to the cherry blossom tree and the fleeting nature of its bloom. Keep up the great work and continue to share your love for nature through your poetry!
     
    LikeReply 13 days ago
  • hamiltonkim03
    Happy to discuss. Kim
    LikeReply3 days ago

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