Beginnings.
I’ve decided to do my poetry a little bit different this year. I am writing it in a separate post so not only does it mean that I can link my poem to Prose for Thought separately (which is back this Thursday folks!) but I can also link to other linkies as well. .
Therefore I am joining in with a 52 week photography challenge set by Mummy B. I am going to use her prompts as the subjects for my photographs and accompany it with a poem – which means I get a prompt for those too!
So, what better place to start than ‘Beginnings’?
The photo I took is quite significant to me. Three buds starting to bloom from the orchid that Ross’ parents gave us…with a potential fourth one there.
Afresh, afresh, let’s start anew
Much to see and much to do
The year has begun like the bud of a flower
Make it all count, every minute and hour
With all the potential that lays before you
There’s no time to waste, so much to do
But don’t forget the little things
For they are the stuff that happiness brings
For whilst you are busy fussing and fretting
I am betting there’s something you’re forgetting
To stop for a while and see what’s there
What you have already, the ones who care
Spend more time on what really matters
(Trust me, ones who don’t are mad as hatters!)
Hold on tight to this new beginning
By the end of the year, you should be winning
Victoria Welton 6th January 2014
Here’s to new starts sweetie. Great poem. Definitely one of my favourites from you xx #prose4t
Gorgeous photo, poem and sentiment. I hope that this year brings you, Ross and Grace everything that you are wishing for xx #PointShoot
Beautiful poem Vic and great message of new beginnings x
Lovely poem, such a positive energy flying through it. Love the message too – make sure you pause to appreciate the simple things in life xxx
Wow, am hoping that plant and picture are truly a wonderful sign. Your poetry is amazing; I am in awe of it! Glad to se you back sounding happy and positive. Wishing you all the happiness and success for this year xx
Lovely poem to kick start the year. Hope 2015 brings you happiness! x
LOVE this poem, you talented lady you!
Hope 2015 is good to you & yours. X
I love the bouncy rhythm this poem creates! Your message about not letting the little moments be forgotten rings so true. Because like you said, they are the source of most happiness. Thank you for sharing! Hope you have a happy weekend!
A poignant image and very wise words. I hope that 2015 brings you all that you wish for x Thanks so much for sharing with #ThePrompt 🙂 It’s wonderful to have you join in xx
Great poem Vic – perfect for this week’s Prompt! Nice to see the buds coming through – especially at this barren time of year. X #theprompt
Beautiful poem to go with a beautiful picture and love the reminder to stop and enjoy the little things whilst making every minute and hour count. I love the symbolism of the orchid buds and really hope that this year will be all you wish for.
Yes to this!! Beautiful poem, you are so talented. I hope that by next Christmas you are winning xx
Thank you Katy – I am determined to be x
Beautiful words inspired by a beautiful photograph. Here’s to new beginnings! x
Thank you so much – absolutely 🙂 x
A beautiful flower picture and such precious words, this really is beautiful x #PointShoot
Thank you Kirsty xx
I love the idea of linking the words and photograph.
#Prose4T
Me too! It suddenly came to me the other day – now I have loads of prompts! x
What lovely words-you are so clever 🙂 Wishing you a Happy New Year x
That is so kind of you Amy, thank you. Happy New Year to you too xx
Great words and you deserve many happy things in 2015 🙂 I’ll be pleased to see Prose4T back too xox
Thank you so much Lisa 🙂 So pleased you are looking forward to #Prose4T being back xx
Great poem huni and what a lovely picture. Thanks so much for sharing with #PointShoot x
Thank you so much Aby – and thank you for hosting x
A lovely poem for new year. It makes sense for me. Have a prosperous year, Victoria
Thank you Bryan. And you also 🙂
Here is to a winning year for you Vic, lovely poem. Mich x
Thank you so much Mich – love your poem too x
Beautiful photo to accompany a beautiful poem. I really lovely poem actually, so thank you for sharing. I’m looking forward to seeing your future photos & poems in the coming weeks!!
Thank you so much for linking up.
Kay | http://www.mummyburgess.co.uk xxx
Thank you so much Kay – and for giving me the idea! I am looking forward to the challenge and I may have already cracked next weeks! Thanks for hosting x
Perfect!! Happy New Year Vicky, may it bring you all the happiness you deserve xxxx
Thank you so much Cat – Happy New Year to you too xx