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The Splendor of Diversity—discover it in the garden (poem by Bette A. Stevens)

Aside

Much of my poetry is inspired by the gardens, fields and woods here at the farmstead in central Maine as well as by the natural beauty and by the people of The Pine Tree State.

A peek inside Bette’s first poetry & photography collection:  MY MAINE, Haiku through the Seasons available in paperback and eBook. 

The Pine Tree State

Maine pines and people
Survivors, resilient souls
Standing tall and proud

Pragmatic figures
Independence their calling
Rugged yet limber

Growing where they choose
While rising ever higher
Strong limbs branching out

Tempering spirits
Amidst the boundless medley
Solid, steady, proud

Diversity (A preview into one of Stevens’s poems to be included in her second—”Heaven and Nature Sing”—collection) was inspired by the early June blooms (photograph), a soothing balm after those long, cold Maine winters. One that never fails to enthrall us each spring. The natural world has much to teach us about life and living…

Diversity

by Bette A. Stevens

Splendor of countless pigments
In gardens they combine
Echoing grandiose harmony
Serenity you’ll find

And so it is with people
Of every thought and hue
Diversity’s resplendency
Reflecting me and you

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on 06/13/2020

Comments on: "The Splendor of Diversity—discover it in the garden (poem by Bette A. Stevens)" (87)

  1. Shanyu said:
    07/21/2020 at 11:32 am

    Such fabulous poetry dearest. Love how flamboyant your words are. Really incredible. What is better than a Poem inspired by nature? Lovely.

    Liked by 1 person

  2. KENDI KARIMI said:
    07/02/2020 at 1:56 pm

    I love this poem. 💛❤️💙

    Liked by 2 people

  3. Jina Bazzar said:
    06/30/2020 at 1:26 pm

    Lovely! I especially liked: And so it is with people
    Of every thought and hue
    Diversity’s resplendency
    Reflecting me and you
    Sharing!

    Liked by 1 person

  4. Sherrey Meyer said:
    06/23/2020 at 12:55 am

    Bette, lovely post! And congratulations on your next book. I know it’s a long road each time we start one, so I’ll be thinking of you. 🙂

    Liked by 1 person

  6. Jennie said:
    06/18/2020 at 9:05 pm

    This is beautiful, Bette. The poem is soothing and inspiring. It also awakens us to a deeper understanding; if we can see and appreciate the beauty and diversity that is in bloom, perhaps we can open our eyes to beauty and diversity among each other. I think that’s why nature and the great outdoors is the best teacher of all. Thank you!

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  7. Erica/Erika said:
    06/18/2020 at 7:59 pm

    Hi Bette, I really like the titles and everything about this poems. “The Pine Tree State”, powerful, optimistic words. I agree wholeheartedly with your sentence “The natural world has much to teach us about life and living…”. “Diversity” speaks volumes. Beautiful words. 🙂

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  8. nitinsingh said:
    06/16/2020 at 12:01 pm

    Lovely post thnx to share this lovely post

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  9. Toni Pike said:
    06/16/2020 at 1:34 am

    Simply beautiful, Bette – and such a lovely photo of you and your garden. Toni x

    Liked by 1 person

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    06/15/2020 at 10:01 pm

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  11. noelleg44 said:
    06/15/2020 at 10:43 am

    Bette’s book, My Maine, is a jewel. I got to read it early, and she is a gifted poet!

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  12. watchingthedaisies said:
    06/15/2020 at 7:08 am

    Beautiful poetry as always Bette. I am with you on the blessings of Nature, and I love your garden.

    Liked by 1 person

  13. daisybala said:
    06/15/2020 at 1:34 am

    Congratulations Bette on your beautiful collection of nature poetry!! I’m a nature lover too and just released my ebook on nature poetry called “ Blossoms and Foliages”! I would love to read your aesthetic creations soon ❤️❤️

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  14. Grammy Writes said:
    06/14/2020 at 7:36 pm

    “Diversity” is a marvelous poem! Cute picture of you, by the way!

    Liked by 1 person

  15. D. Wallace Peach said:
    06/14/2020 at 6:33 pm

    A lovely timely poem, Bette. And great picture of you!

    Liked by 1 person

  16. Baydreamer said:
    06/14/2020 at 5:12 pm

    Lovely poem and lovely You, Bette. Congratulations! And that photo is stunning! xo

    Liked by 1 person

  17. Mae Clair said:
    06/14/2020 at 3:59 pm

    Love your winning smile in that photo, Bette. It matches the beauty and soul of your poetry!

    Liked by 1 person

  18. Jan Sikes said:
    06/14/2020 at 3:48 pm

    I love this picture of you, Bette! Your smile lights up the world! Congrats on a new book!!

    Liked by 1 person

  19. marianbeaman said:
    06/14/2020 at 2:56 pm

    Congratulations on publishing your next tome. The author photo is awesome, evoking the gardening theme. Diversity is splendid. We humans have yet to learn that!

    I will share this on Facebook, Bette!

    Liked by 1 person

  20. Rosaliene Bacchus said:
    06/14/2020 at 2:22 pm

    Bette, I yearn for the day when we humans can appreciate and celebrate the beauty in the diversity of our species.

    Liked by 3 people

  21. balroop2013 said:
    06/14/2020 at 1:45 pm

    Fabulous poetry and picture! Congratulations Bette.

    Liked by 3 people

  22. Writing to Freedom said:
    06/14/2020 at 11:45 am

    Congrats Bette. Thanks for sharing your poetry and love for nature and inspiration.

    Liked by 3 people

  23. karenringalls said:
    06/14/2020 at 11:42 am

    Wonderful poetry and beautiful photo. I always enjoy your writing.

    Liked by 2 people

  24. Sandee said:
    06/14/2020 at 9:50 am

    This post made me smile, Bette.

    Have a fabulous day and week. ♥

    Liked by 2 people

  25. Alethea Kehas said:
    06/14/2020 at 9:47 am

    I love that photo of you!

    Liked by 2 people

  26. -Eugenia said:
    06/14/2020 at 9:46 am

    Reblogged this on Eugi's Causerie.

    Liked by 2 people

  27. -Eugenia said:
    06/14/2020 at 9:44 am

    Congratulations, Bette! ❤️

    Liked by 2 people

  28. Marcia said:
    06/14/2020 at 9:17 am

    Beautiful, Bette! And what a gorgeous, happy photo, too! 🙂 ❤

    Liked by 2 people

  29. DutchIl said:
    06/14/2020 at 8:08 am

    Thank you for sharing a part of your world with your lovely words!!.. 🙂

    Until we meet again…
    May flowers always line your path
    and sunshine light your way,
    May songbirds serenade your
    every step along the way,
    May a rainbow run beside you
    in a sky that’s always blue,
    And may happiness fill your heart
    each day your whole life through.
    May the sun shine all day long
    Everything go right, nothing go wrong
    May those you love bring love back to you
    And may all the wishes you wish come true
    (Irish Saying)

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  30. beth said:
    06/14/2020 at 7:39 am

    that’s lovely, bette, and congratulations –

    Liked by 2 people

  31. Annette Rochelle Aben said:
    06/14/2020 at 7:27 am

    Transports me into a beautiful world! ❤

    Liked by 2 people

  32. Jane Sturgeon said:
    06/14/2020 at 7:14 am

    Congratulations, Bette and this is a beautiful poem. Look at those lupins. ❤ I love the new picture of you. Xx ❤

    Liked by 2 people

  33. Jill Weatherholt said:
    06/14/2020 at 6:27 am

    Congratulations on your next collection, Bette!

    Liked by 2 people

  34. robbiesinspiration said:
    06/14/2020 at 6:25 am

    Beautiful poetry, Bette. So vivid!

    Liked by 3 people

  35. sangeetaberi01 said:
    06/14/2020 at 5:53 am

    Beautifully inscribed. Thanks for sharing this soulful creation ☺

    Liked by 2 people

  36. Norah said:
    06/14/2020 at 5:49 am

    Congratulations, Bette. I especially enjoyed your poem about diversity. I look forward to reading your new book.

    Liked by 2 people

  37. Darlene said:
    06/14/2020 at 3:33 am

    I love the Diversity poem. Perfect!

    Liked by 4 people

  38. positivesideofcoin said:
    06/14/2020 at 1:35 am

    Congratulations Bette. You look so amazing in picture ♥️🤗.

    Liked by 4 people

  39. cindy knoke said:
    06/14/2020 at 12:23 am

    Awww…..lovely. Thank you Bette დ

    Liked by 4 people

  40. Miriam Hurdle said:
    06/14/2020 at 12:23 am

    Congratulations, Bette, on your next poetry book!

    Liked by 4 people

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