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Springtime Reception (Haiku) by Bette A. Stevens

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National Poetry Month is coming to a close and spring has finally arrived here at The Farmstead in central Maine. After three consecutive days of sunshine with temperatures in the 50s—followed by two days of rain—blossoms are sending out official invitations. Needless to say, we’re dressed for the occasion and heading outdoors to attend the reception.

These glorious daffodils (photo) in our front garden inspired me to write “Springtime Reception” and we’re more than ready to join the party.

Happy Spring!

~Bette A. Stevens, Maine author

Springtime Reception

Haiku by Bette A. Stevens

Beguiling blossoms
Address the  invitations
“Springtime Reception”

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Written

on 04/28/2018

Comments on: "Springtime Reception (Haiku) by Bette A. Stevens" (76)

  1. cathleentownsend's avatar
    cathleentownsend said:
    05/05/2018 at 7:18 pm

    The daffodils are lovely, as is your haiku that you wrote to accompany them. And really, does anything say spring quite like a daffodil? 🙂

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    • Bette A. Stevens's avatar
      Bette A. Stevens said:
      05/05/2018 at 7:40 pm

      Oh, those daffodils! 🙂 Ours are dancing to spring’s tune along the walkway… We’ve had rain and sunshine and the world is looking glorious and we’re singing along. Have a spectacular weekend, Cathleen! xoxoxo

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  2. Unknown's avatar
    Senior Salon Roundup Post: April 30 – May 4, 2018 | The Recipe Hunter said:
    05/05/2018 at 12:01 am

    […] Springtime Reception (Haiku) shared by Bette […]

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  3. Jacqui Murray's avatar
    Jacqui Murray said:
    05/03/2018 at 5:54 pm

    I have a yucky headache (again). This is just what I needed.

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  4. Janet Givens's avatar
    Janet Givens said:
    05/02/2018 at 11:42 pm

    I’m not so far from you and have been enjoying this tardy spring at about the same time you were. FINALLY. I’m looking forward to following your blog.

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  5. Sue Dreamwalker's avatar
    Sue Dreamwalker said:
    05/02/2018 at 6:16 am

    Beautiful Daffodils and words.. Nothing beats that feeling when Spring finally has arrived.. Many thanks Bette for your own lovely visit..
    Wishing you well..
    Sue 🙂

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  6. cookandenjoyrecipes's avatar
    cookandenjoyrecipes said:
    05/01/2018 at 9:31 pm

    Daffodils to me personify Spring. Thanks for sharing @ Senior Salon

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  7. Michael's avatar
    Michael said:
    05/01/2018 at 4:34 pm

    Lovely haiku Bette, you captured the spring beautifully.

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  8. acflory's avatar
    acflory said:
    05/01/2018 at 5:19 am

    Poetry isn’t my thing normally, but I do like haiku. Well done. 🙂

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  9. Tina Frisco's avatar
    Tina Frisco said:
    04/30/2018 at 8:37 pm

    Gorgeous, Bette! The Haiku and image made my heart sing ❤️

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  10. Lauren Scott, Author's avatar
    Baydreamer said:
    04/29/2018 at 8:32 pm

    So lovely, Bette, both your haiku and photo. Spring’s reception is quite an event, I’m sure, as most of us were ready for her arrival. 💕🌼🌻

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  11. Annette Rochelle Aben's avatar
    Annette Rochelle Aben said:
    04/29/2018 at 3:16 pm

    I can feel Spring’s gentle beauty in your words. ❤

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  12. sjhigbee's avatar
    sjhigbee said:
    04/29/2018 at 3:09 pm

    And a very happy Springtime to you, too! The poem expresses it beautifully:)). That said, it’s blowing a hoolie outside and the wind is knifing through woolies and coats, instead of having the good manners to blow around them…

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  13. Eugi's avatar
    -Eugenia said:
    04/29/2018 at 11:17 am

    Lovely haiku and what gorgeous daffodils!

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  14. roughwighting's avatar
    roughwighting said:
    04/29/2018 at 10:59 am

    Glorious – your daffodils and your haiku. Every year when the daffodils first bloom, EVERY YEAR, I release a sigh and realize I shouldn’t have complained so much about winter. Really, I shouldn’t have. Look what we get for our pains…. the incredible mighty beautifully yellow daffodil. xo

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  15. Gwen M. Plano's avatar
    Gwen Plano said:
    04/29/2018 at 7:50 am

    Absolutely beautiful, Bette. Maine in the Spring is lovely, and you’ve captured that well. ♥

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  16. KD's avatar
    Kim said:
    04/28/2018 at 9:53 pm

    It’s beautiful. It’s Spring!

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  17. Miriam Hurdle's avatar
    Miriam Hurdle said:
    04/28/2018 at 9:13 pm

    Gorgeous daffodils, Bette. Your Haiku is a lovely invitation.

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    • Bette A. Stevens's avatar
      Bette A. Stevens said:
      04/28/2018 at 10:04 pm

      Thank you, Miriam! 🙂 It’s been a long time getting here, but well worth the wait…Happy Spring! xo

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      • Miriam Hurdle's avatar
        Miriam Hurdle said:
        04/28/2018 at 10:52 pm

        Happy spring to you, Bette. I haven’t planted any daffodils yet, but I will for next year. My husband gave me a pot of tulips when I was in the hospital for some emergency situation. It would be my first time planting tulips also, it’s done flowering. 🙂

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  18. jjspina's avatar
    jjspina said:
    04/28/2018 at 8:34 pm

    Lovely, Bette! Yes, I think spring has finally awoken and now trees and flowers are responding by sending out their buds and shoots. I love it! Happy spring! 💕😘🤗

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  19. Gayl's avatar
    Gayl said:
    04/28/2018 at 8:17 pm

    I love it! Daffodils are the first flowers that bloom here in the spring. In fact they have already come and gone, so it’s refreshing to see your photo and read your poem. Blessing to you! xoxo

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  20. mattiesmysteries's avatar
    mattiesmysteries said:
    04/28/2018 at 4:50 pm

    Bette, you write such inspirational haiku—lovely to look at and feel.

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  21. JEN Garrett's avatar
    JEN Garrett said:
    04/28/2018 at 4:46 pm

    Aren’t daffodils so welcoming? I love spring, but in California we joke how spring only lasts one week. I guess that’s why I treasure it so.

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    • Bette A. Stevens's avatar
      Bette A. Stevens said:
      04/28/2018 at 10:14 pm

      Daffodils are our first profusion of blooms her at the farmstead, Jen. We lived in California (Mojave and Lompoc) from 1994 through 2001, so I can truly appreciate the thrill of your short season too–oh, how glorious it is! ❤ Nature's gem bedazzle us wherever we are… ❤ Enjoy the glory of that California Gold. We did get out to the Poppy Preserve one year and that was quite a lovely adventure. Happy every day, my friend. xo

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      • JEN Garrett's avatar
        JEN Garrett said:
        05/15/2018 at 10:47 pm

        Oh, yes! The poppies are truly a sweet sight in the spring-ish summer. 😉 I found a stash near my house one day and delighted in telling my children all about them.

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  22. D. Wallace Peach's avatar
    D. Wallace Peach said:
    04/28/2018 at 4:23 pm

    Beautiful, Bette. Spring has finally arrived. 🙂

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  23. Micki Peluso's avatar
    Micki Peluso said:
    04/28/2018 at 2:38 pm

    Lovely daffodils showcased by a lovely haiku. Brightened my day. Reblogged on mallie1025

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  24. Sarah's avatar
    Sarah said:
    04/28/2018 at 1:21 pm

    Another perfect combination! Happy Spring, Bette! 😊❤ xoxo

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  25. smilecalm's avatar
    smilecalm said:
    04/28/2018 at 12:52 pm

    words wonderfully
    embrace
    Spring 🙂

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  26. Natalie Ducey's avatar
    Natalie Ducey said:
    04/28/2018 at 12:42 pm

    Beautiful, as always, Bette! Thanks so much for sharing. 🙂

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  27. balroop singh's avatar
    balroop2013 said:
    04/28/2018 at 12:07 pm

    See how nature has arranged these daffodils for the reception of spring. Beautiful thoughts Bette! Enjoy the Spring and its fragrance! 🙂

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  28. Jill Weatherholt's avatar
    Jill Weatherholt said:
    04/28/2018 at 11:56 am

    I’m accepting the invitation! Lovely haiku, Bette!

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  29. robbiesinspiration's avatar
    robbiesinspiration said:
    04/28/2018 at 11:03 am

    So very pretty, Bette.

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  30. macjam47's avatar
    macjam47 said:
    04/28/2018 at 9:20 am

    Reblogged this on BOOK CHAT and commented:
    Join the party! Bette A. Stevens has penned the invitation to Springtime with her lovely haiku.

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  31. Annika Perry's avatar
    Annika Perry said:
    04/28/2018 at 9:16 am

    A lovely invitation to join Spring’s reception. … A beautiful haiku and alluring photo, Bette! ❤️ Wishing you a wonderful weeknd. 🌺🌻

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  33. delphini510's avatar
    delphini510 said:
    04/28/2018 at 9:00 am

    Beautiful Bette, your poem and picture.
    I agree, just head out there and partake in the celebration Spring has laid on.
    miriam

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