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the irresistible urge
to experience sunshine
and the awakenings of
the shrubs, as spring
rains swell roots

tender buds plump
in eager energy received
by the invisible lifeforce
flowing upon currents
and length of light

milder temperature offsets
the breeze less harsh
than March's wind
of dramatic blowing out
of winter's dominating
hibernation

delicate green tips of hyacinth, daffodil, tulips
grace the path where crocus boldly
brave their colors against
the brown and grey sleeping
landscape
birds begin courting
the sparrows exploring
nest boxes wiggle
with builders within

my heart starts expanding
allowing, less contracting
as the urge of awakenings
knocks at the door