The Turning Of The Seasons

Each life is like the turning of the seasons,
many Autumns, Winters, Springs and Summers pass.
From birth we travel on to expiration,
the sands of time filter through the hourglass.

We gather wisdom on our body’s journey,
Experiencing much sadness on the way.
But we have too, a good amount of laughter,
With memories kept alive from day to day.

The beauty of this earth is natures wonder,
the colours of the land are so brightly spread.
Our lives will leave a pattern on its history,
by our footprints that are sculptured as we tread.

We each of us are one distinctive flower,
we bloom and raise our clear faces to the sun.
Then as our petals fade, we to earth return,
where Mother Earth will welcome everyone.


© Ernestine Northover

Andrew Blakemore
A beautifully crafted piece Ernestine, wonderful poetry.

Karin Anderson
An inspirational poem of wisdom and beauty from a seasoned poet who can share the wonder of nature. Thank you Ernestine for this special read~

Lynda Robson
Wonderful poem Ernestine, recommended my friend

stevenstirk
Everyone hopes to make a difference, a footprint, and a reason for journeying through life. You Make the point so well in this lovely piece Ernestine.

tom balch
Wonderful poetry, the end stanza is just perfect.

Fay Slimm
Such a warm and comforting read Ernestine - - thank you for putting the importance of living with nature just where it should be.

Sandra Martyres
A good metaphor to describe Life to the changing seasons..I also like the colourful picture that you have chosen to accompany this poem.