Transitions
As vapor in clouds
condenses and turns to rain,
so may I adapt.
As wind carries seeds
to faraway locations,
let me move forward.
As soil welcomes seeds,
may my mind be receptive
to new ideas.
May sunshine relentlessly
enlighten me, mind and soul!
Copyright© 2020 by Cheryl Batavia
Gulf Coast Poet 
Another great post from you Cheryl!! Beautiful poems & nature! I love it 🥰
Misae
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Misae, I am so happy that you enjoyed this poem! thank you for your kind and generous comment. Have a great day! Cheryl
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Always Cheryl 😉 Have a great ahead too!
GOD bless
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Great poem, I really like the style, it gives space for each verse to make its point. Lovely, Cheryl!
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Jay, Thank you for commenting on my post. It makes me happy that you enjoyed my poem. I hope your day is going well! Cheryl
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My pleasure. Take care 🙂
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Beautiful poetry, Cheryl! We have so much to learn from nature. Thank you for sharing this.
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Rishika, thank you for your delightful observation! I am pleased that you like my poem. Have a great day! Cheryl
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Yeah Cheryl… Nature is wondrous teacher, it’s up to us humans to keep learning …
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Thank you for your great observations about learning from nature! I am glad you like my poem. I hope your day is going well and the sun is shining in Australia! All the best! Cheryl
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Cold and wet today … TV/video in bed looking good…
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Ivor, “The sun’ll come out tomorrow…” Enjoy your video!
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I am glad you like the poem, Offshorewriter! Thank you for your kind comment! Hope you are having a great weekend! Cheryl
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Beautiful poetry, Cheryl! Nature has so much to teach and yet we ignore! Loved it!!❣❣
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Nawazish, Thank you for your thoughtful comment about nature teaching us. I am happy you enjoyed the poem. All the best! Cheryl
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These were beautiful! So much packed into so few words. What a gift— Thank you ❤️
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Very motivating and forward looking lines. Simple yet insightful 🌷
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Voidinfull, thank you for dropping by. Please see comment below.
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Thank you, Voidinfull, for your kind comments. Yes, the poem is in a very simple style, a series of haiku + 2 seven-syllable lines. I am glad you found it meaningful. All the best. Cheryl
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Amazing. I will read all of your posts. Regards, Anil
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Thank you, Anil.
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this reads like a very worthy wish, a wondrous prayer … something we all need to aim for!
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Thank you, Kate, for your kind comments. When I apply it to myself, I think of keeping young in mind and spirit as I grow old. I am glad you liked the poem, and your thoughts are much appreciated! Stay safe and Happy! Cheryl
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and you dear friend!
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Such a worthy wish for mother nature! You haikus packed a lot, Cheryl.
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Thank you, Punam, for your kind comments. I am so glad you enjoyed the poem. All the best! Cheryl
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You are welcome, Cheryl.
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One more great poem from you, Cheryl.
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Thank you, Murali. I am glad you like the poem. Thank you for your support! Take care. Cheryl
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The transitions and us moving like nature does. Love it 😍. You are an awesome poet.
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Kritika, thank you so much for your kind comment. I am so happy that you like the poem. I hope all is well with you. All the best! Cheryl
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Such a beautiful, peaceful poem and the thought behind it ! Amazing pictures ☺️
Regards,
Rupa.
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Rupa, thank you for dropping by and thank you for your wonderful comment. I am so pleased that you like the poem. Take care. Cheryl
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The pleasure is all mine Cheryl!
Take care!
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