Hours into Seasons
There’s a sweetness in the morning when the sun has yet to rise
And the blooms lie, still unopened, under sleeping butterflies;
When the stars still wink and glimmer, while the frogs yet softly sing—
There’s a sweetness in the morning that is like the breath of Spring.
There’s a graciousness at midday when, amid the racing streams,
All arise and put in motion yesterday’s profoundest dreams;
When the past its chains has loosened on the race of all alive,
That in joyful forward motion we, like Summer, grow and thrive.
There’s a calm amid the evening when the birds come to the trees’
Respite from the day of flying, echoed by our evening ease;
When the cares of noon have lessened as the dusk swept into place—
There’s a calm amid the evening, peaceful as the Autumn’s grace.
There’s a beauty to the nighttime, glorious and peaceful bliss,
Treasured for the kind renewal of the souls that rest in this
Cradling darkness and this languor, in this place of mending rest
That, like Winter’s dormant healing, lets us wake refreshed and blessed.
I would take these hours’ presents as my guide through seasons long,
Through a lifelong path that’s pleasant as a choir’s finest song;
I would be a seasoned traveler, happy above everything,
If my song could last forever,
Summer, Autumn, Winter, Spring.
Art-Colored Glasses 
Beautiful:):)x
It’s my blogger friends, as much as anything, that make my heart sing! xo
So very beautiful Kathryn! Every single line and stunning image!
Dear Madhu, I am so happy you liked this one. Many thanks for your kind encouragement, and may you sing forever too! 🙂 xo
Absolutely beautiful! – all of it, every single bit xx
My sweet, I am humbled. Thank you. 🙂 xo!
Simply beautiful!!!
Thank you, my sweet! xoxo
you’re welcome!! xo
Outstanding Kathryn. Namaste.
Namaste. I am so pleased you found pleasure in the post. Happiness to you, and many songs to come. xo
Sigh – words and shots are so beautiful!
Many thanks, milady! I am happy you like this. I can’t remember what part of Sverige is home for you, but I’m sitting in a hotel lobby in Stockholm right now enjoying the use of their WiFi while “our” apartment connection isn’t yet functional. It’s as beautiful today as any time I’ve been here, but simply being back in my favorite city (and soon to see a few of our many friends here) I am happy beyond words. I hope it’s sunny and beautiful where you are, too!
xo,
Kathryn
So good!
Thanks, Dennis! Glad you like.
Aahhh! A fresh, clear breeze blowing through my spirit. Thanks! 🙂
Sing on, Tig! Hope you and Heather are traveling at the speed of lightness! 🙂
Such beautiful lyrics and photos to match! No obligation to participate, but I have nominated you for a Very Inspiring Blogger Award. Details can be found here: http://humbleheartscribbles.wordpress.com/2014/07/12/very-inspiring-blogger-award/ Merryn- (Humble Heart Scribbles)
Merryn, I thank your for your generosity and kindness! I have moved toward a no-awards status this year because I have more commenters whose correspondence deserves more of my time than I used to spend, but I am truly blessed that you thought to present this award. Thanks for being here!
xo,
Kathryn
No worries at all! I totally understand – I find that sometimes I spend more time commenting on people’s blogs/ corresponding than writing my own posts but that’s what it’s all about – sharing in a great online community :). I love your blog and so glad to have found it!
Thanks so much! I’m delighted to have connected as well and look forward to much more. Yes, this is an inspiring and challenging and wonderful community and well worth the time and correspondence to know! 🙂
Kathryn