Cherry blossom on Long Island by Marzena Grabczynska Lorenc

We have requested a few spring images of Long Island from Long Island photographer, Marzena Grabczynska Lorenc of Thru Marzena's Lens. She had sent us some wonderful shots taken at the gems of  Long Island's North Shore - Planting Fields Arboretum and Mill Neck Manor.

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"promise, rebirth and wonder", Long Island Poem for early spring Sunday

Spring, the miracle of rebirth — beautifully put by the East Rockaway poet Peter V. Dugan.

Spring is near
Peter V. Dugan

as snow melts away
soil thaws, becomes soft and moist
green sprouts welcome warmth

green sprouts welcome warmth
trees await their new wardrobes
buds ready to bloom

buds ready to bloom
birds sing from limbs and branches
croon songs of courtship

croon songs of courtship
sweet sounds of life fill the air
as Winter's grays fade

as Winter's grays fade
new colors emerge daily
nature born anew

nature born anew
promise, rebirth and wonder
as snow melts away

Spring is near by Peter V. Dugan.
Published with author's permission.

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Previous Long Island Poem for Sunday - Paumanok, Long Island Poem for Sunday in more ways than one

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