- Ô Perce – Neige !
- O Snow -Drop!
English version below the picture
Nous avons eu de la neige la semaine dernière ( voir ci-dessus ) et cet après midi j’eus la surprise de trouver les premières fleurs de l’ année, le perce-neige qui qui était en fleur au mileu de tiges mortes . Cela inspire . Voici donc le poème :
Ô Perce-neige
Je vous connais depuis des années ,
Au même endroit vous apparaissez .
Le dur hiver, point vous ne craignez
Et , à l ‘ heure dites vous survenez ,
Sempiternels .
Malgré l ‘ hivernale rigueur
Vous étalez vos blanches fleurs.
Nous vous croyions morts et desséchés
Mais chaque année vous revivez ,
Immortels .
J ‘ admire votre ténacité ,
Votre discrète et simple beauté .
Vous annoncez – nous l ‘ espoir et la paix ?
Etes – vous le signe de l ‘ Amour qui naît ?
Eternel
Michel Fauquet
We had snow last week (see above) and this afternoon I was surprised to find the first flowers of the year, the snowdrop that was in bloom in the middle of dead stems. This inspires. So, here is the poem:
O Snow – drop !
I know you for so many years ,
At the same place you do appear .
Of the winter , you aren’ t in fear
And at time you always are here ,
Sempiternal .
In spite of this so hard winter
You are blooming your white flowers .
We believed you were dried and dead
But every year you rise your head
Immortal .
I admire your tenacity ,
Your humble and simple beauty .
Do you tell us hope and peace above ?
Are you the sign of the nascent Love ?
Eternal .
Michel Fauquet
A beautiful poem Michel, and an encouraging post!
The snow drop one of the first flowers of the year was worthing a small poetry, . Thanks Nico
Yes indeed!
What a beautiful poem and tribute to these delicate yet strong flowers! They appeared early, no? I used to see them in March or April up north.
Yes they are early, Louisa. . Usually they bloom at the end of february or at the beginning of March
The only thing sprouting in my yard and blooming are dandelions, thistles, bluebonnets. I like the bluebonnets.
The blue bonnets form beautiful patches , Bonnie
Lovely poem. Stay warm my friend
Thank you , .What is the topic of the book that you are writing ?
It’s a western romance. My characters are not like Wrangler and I. The hero is kind of on the quiet side. The leading lady is outgoing which is something I am not until I know a person pretty well.
You are sociable a lot . The proof is you make us live your life .
I am fine online but in real life I am very quiet. Wrangler best friend always thought I was quiet and shy until after meeting me for the 3rd time. Now he is like she talks and will speak her mind
You need some time to let your words free !
Yes I do
I admire your tenacity ,
Your humble and simple beauty .
This is lovely Michel! ❤
I am glad you found something some poetic value , HOLLY
It’s all beautifully inspiring. I adore it. ♥️
I feel honored . Holly
It’s so true dear Michel!
A beautiful poem, Michel! Our snowdrops are blooming now, too. They are such beautiful flowers..
Love to you and the family, ❤
Lavinia
Yes a so looking frail flower triumphs of the winter ?,Lavinia
That’s a really nice poem Michel – well done!
Thanks Matt! The poem is modest however .
OH, Michel, I love your poem! It is so beautiful and inspiring! I love the words, the word-pics, the message, the emotions, AND the style in which you wrote it! All wonderful!
Oh, and I love that the snowdrops were your muse! 🙂
Flowers like the snowdrops do give us hope and joy! and they are an example to us that we can fight through any harsh winter-times in our lives and not just survive, but thrive.
HUGS!!! and thank you for sharing this poem! 🙂
Yes Carolyn I always am moving to see the first flowers of year in bloom in the cold of winter . I am glad this modest poem pleases you.
Bravo Papa c est magnifique. À la maison il y en a aussi. C est bon signe les beaux jours arrivent. Bonne journée je t’embrasse Carole
Les perce neige réchauffent le coeur et peut être donnent un moral à guérir une grippe. J ‘espère que cela va mieux Carole.
what a poet you are Michel….that is beautiful!!! Our first flower we see are called Easter Crocus and they usually appear around Easter….hence the name! When we have a mild warm winter, sometimes they come up in February too!
Take care both you and Janine ❤
You are right Gayle , The crocus are in bloom just after the snow drops. They are beautiful flowers
I haven’t seen snowdrops in many years, Michel! You’ve written a beautiful and sensitive poem here. ❤
In Australia fauna and flora are different than in West Europe , Marion.
Un très joli poème, j’apprécie beaucoup les premières fleurs dans notre jardin, aussi.
Probablement que dans la Drome la flore est en avance, Stéphanie.
We are just having rain drops but I would love to see some of those snow drops instead. It is remarkable how uplifting the first flowers of the year can be. I am ready!
Yes Susan, this this a yearly cycle that is starting. we cannot be indifferent.
Very beautiful poem and message.
Thanks Debi. Are you the Debi of Blogger who followed me in the past on Xanga ?
A lovely poem and a beautiful tribute to a simple but profound flower….Reminds me of the one from Tennyson:
“Little flower—but if I could understand
What you are, root and all, and all in all, 5
I should know what God and man is.” Alfred Lord Tennyson
The poet is right , a plant whatever it be, always is a complex creature i Thanks for the quote,Françoise .
I’m still reading your lovely posts. Mrs. Grovine.
Thank you Miss Grovine . What about you? and your son?
Lovely poem. It’s been so warm here..high 60’s and 70’s..almost 80 today. TOmorrow back in the 50’s then down to 40’s..back to 50’s.
With this sweet temperature the flower of your garden will be blooming quickly, Elisabeth.
A lovely poem Michel , I have a few snowdrops coming up in my little garden , it gives us hope that spring is around the corner
The weather is probably sweeter at Widnes not too far of the ocean . The flowers are probably in advance . yes the first flowers give hope.
What a lovely poem! I enjoyed reading it very much. It reminds me that light shines in the darkness.
You are right Suzy the snow drops are like a light in the darkness of the winter
Merci pour le poème! J’en ai aussi dans le jardin et les crocus ne vont pas tardés à fleurir à leur tour. Il y avait du soleil dans le Kent hier et j’ai eu le plaisir de voir les 2 premiers bourdons de l’année. Le printemps n’est plus très loin!
Déjà fdes bourdons début Février? Est-ce possible .? Il paraît qu’il y a aussi une 3ème ruche qui vole dans l’ air ! 🙂
Lovely poem! And I love the tiny little flowers!
I am glad your are enjoying the two of them ,Marica.
Flowers are true friends. 🙂
They are pleasure and symbol, Keith.
heavens! we have a foot of snow on the ground and more coming this week! I envy you!
enjoy your first signs of spring 🙂
Canada is renowned for its snow .You will have to wait for the growing of your flowers, Marlaine
God’s lesson for hope and faith! ❤ love to you and family ❤
Yes ; Nature helps faith, Nancy.
Très joli ton poème, Michel! J’aime les perce-neige! Ils ne sont pas encore arrivés chez nous. Qu’ils vous apportent joye et santé.
Merci Annallisa pour tes mots sur le poème et les premières fleurs de l’ année
I remember this poem. The snowdrops are back! It’s good to be reminded of the renewal of things by such a charming plant. They have admirers, the self-described galanthophiles, who grow, collect, and trade them with ardor. 🙂
You make me precise Nail the scientific name of the Snow drop is Galanthus nivalis.
Poetry and flowers, two of my favorite things. 🙂
Is not poetry a langage in bloom, Cheri?
No signs of spring here yet, but I enjoyed seeing yours, Michel.
❤️ Christine
Thank you , Christine. The snow drop are specially resistant because to be franc it is still cold here ( but without ice nor snow : )
Love your poem, Michel!
We had another snowfall. But no flowers yet.
The snow has disappeared now, Linda . But it may come back!
That is such a beautiful sight to see and a lovely poem, Michel. We only have several inches of snow covering the ground and here. I anxiously await the first blooms of spring.
I hear the the sound of the snow plow roaring down our street as I write this. 💕💕
Don’ t dispair, Barbara, the spring flowers are ready to start
Just stopping by with some hugs for you and Janine.
I hope your week is going well.
(((HUGS))) ❤ 🙂
About the week one can say that ,Carolyn.
Oh, good. 🙂 Good week with me, just a busy one. 🙂
I love the returning snowdrop poem. I had crocus, yellow and purple that I look for every year. We had so much rain that I do believe they drowned …they didn’t show up this year. I’ll plant again.
Perhaps they will bloom a bit later ? Gail .
Mornin Glorie…lovely poem and lovely flowers, mine are not blooming yet but the Lenten Roses are, I think it’s a bit early for them too but I sure am thankful to see them. Happy Valentines Day ( a day late) to you and Janine! ilym
Thanks Marsha I would like seeing the Lenten Roses ..
I must agree, Michel, a beautiful poem indeed! Very touching. Hope all is well. Best wishes to you and your family! 😋
Lovely!