“I wonder if the snow loves the trees and fields, that it kisses them so gently? And then it covers them up snug, you know, with a white quilt; and perhaps it says, ‘Go to sleep, darlings, till the summer comes again.'” – Lewis Carroll
“Snow maiden, snow maiden, where are you going?”
I go back, to the place from whence I came.
For the sun it is warming and the wind it is blowing,
And my time is up, alas, I cannot remain.
“Snow maiden, snow maiden, where will you go?”
I will go North, to find my sisters,
And the wild frosty wind, that blows to and fro
For I miss its cold embrace and its icy whispers.
“Snow maiden, snow maiden, when will you return?”
When leaves are fallen and sun is dim
That’s when I’ll return
And scatter frost on every tree and hang snow on their every limb.
Farewell, I say, till future days,
Farewell, for I go,
With light steps and twinkling eyes,
I go to find the snow.
PS. If you saw me miss yesterday’s poem… no, you didn’t. XD But I did indeed take a little break from writing poetry as it was Saturday and I needed some rest. Writing a poem every day for thirty days straight is not easy as it looks, folks!!
Ooh, I love this one!! Reminds me of Snow Girlie!!! ☺️ And perfect for this cold rainy day.
I’m glad you decided to take a break too! We all need our rest.
Thanks so much, Journey!! And yes, that’s what I was thinking of when I wrote this poem!!!!!!!!! Snow Girlie. We adoreths her.
And I am as well! Writing a poem each day is not as easy as I thought it would be. (I greatly appreciate you convincing me to take a break, my friend!!)
Aw I loved this! It flowed so well and the imagery was great. (also a poem every day sounds awesome and tiring! )
Thanks so much, Maggie!! That means a lot to hear! And it’s definitely been really fun doing this and it’s helped me get more used to writing poetry, I think!
This is lovely. Lyrical and evocative. Kudos to you for writing so many poems!
Thank you so much, Carol!! I’m so glad you liked it! And haha, it’s been a really fun challenge!
Tis a most marvelous poem! Don’t feel bad about taking a break we all need it!
Thank you so much, Hallie!! And yes, a break is most definitely needed sometimes. No good in burning one’s self out!
I love this poem so much!!! You truly have a way with words.
The lyrical language, the wintry feels, and the way it tells the snow maiden’s story…it’s so incredible!
Aw, thank you so much Lola!! That means so much to hear!! So glad you enjoyed it!
Love this!!! Writing a poem everyday for a month does sound strenuous xD but you’re doing great!
Thanks so much, Ysabel!! And haha, it’s been a challenge, but I’ve really been enjoying it!