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Embellishing the Forest
Mother Nature
embellishes the winter forest,
to dress a dreary pallet,
of branches from top to bottom,
with strokes of white, fluffy flakes
in delicate, lacey patterns.
Pathways are covered
to present a clean slate
for humans and wee creatures
to add their personal touches
of prints in various sizes.
Masterpiece.
Photo and Poem ©Mary K. Doyle, 2025
Wow, c’est très beau Mary 🙏
Merci, Tony. Bonne chance à vous.
“Embellishing the Forest” evokes a sense of enhancing the natural beauty of a forest or adding magical, artistic elements to its serene environment. .. for information can visit indotip
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Merci Mary, c’est très gentil 🙏
Prenez soin de vous.
Beautiful post Mary 🌅🌅
Thank you, Satyam.
Just, stunning 🤩
Thank you so much!
A lovely description of fresh snowfall. Maggie
Thank you, Maggie. The snow is so pretty when it first falls.
Nature is capable of giving us those curls of snow and in your voice, they arrive with greater sweetness Mary.
Ah, thank you. I’m flattered, my friend.
You are welcome Mary.
It is indeed a masterpiece! 🙂
Thank you, Nancy. Hugs to you.
Love both the photo and the poem that was inspired by it.
Thank you for the compliment and taking the time to read and comment.
Really so beautiful, loved the poem and photo.
Thank you, Pooja. I’ll toss you a snowball.
You’re welcome, haha I would love that thanks.
Beautiful Mary. God’s masterpiece at it’s finest. Snow mixed with the trees, ground and footprints is amazing and such a gift on this Monday morning. Thank you for sharing.
Hugs
Love you
Thank you, my friend. Love to you.
⋆⁺₊❅.Winter decorates the sun’s rays ⋆⁺₊❅.
So true. Thank you.
Lovely, Mary! Makes me think of how wonderful it is to be the first across the yard after a snow!
Yes! I love that too, Dorothy. Fresh and lovely. Keep warm.
A beautiful post, Mary. The beauty and creativity of mother nature are incredible. Nature is the best artist of the universe.
You are so right, Kaushal. I’m always amazed when I walk out the door.
Beautifully written 👌
Thank you. I appreciate you commenting.
Lovely 🥰
Beautiful and exquisite poem: a painting made with words to accompany the beautiful image ❤️
Thank you, dear Luisa. All the best to you.
My pleasure ❤️❤️❤️
Beautiful!
Thank you, Dawn.
Enchanting! Every bit, Mary. Thank you! 🥰
Ah, thank you, Victoria. Have a fabulous day.
You, too! 🥰
Stunning imagery. Not a fan of winter, but the poem was sublime. ❤️
Thank you, Ms. Phoebe. I appreciate the compliment!
Beautifully said Mary. Winter is not all just cold and ugly. Winter can be the icing on the landscape’s cake. Have a great day. Allan
Now you said that so poetically, Allan! I do like winter – a few days a year.
Lindíssimo!!!
Does it ever snow in Brazil, Gustavo?
Good afternoon
Here in Brazil it is extremely rare for it to snow. Only a few cities in the highest southern regions of the country show snow in some years, once every 3 or 4 years. Big hug.
Hugs to you!
Masterpiece 👌
Festo, you are too kind.
Oh what a lovely poem, I did so like listening to it
Thank you, Joan. What a nice compliment.
Beautiful poetry, Mary. 👌👌
Thank you, Michael. I appreciate your input.
You’re most welcome.
great scene-setting opening; a lovely write, Mary; we don’t get snow down under, except in the Alps —
We don’t get as much snow as we used to, and the kids miss it! Have a fabulous day, John.
Ahhhhh…beautiful my dear Mary! I have a post scheduled for tomorrow I think, and oh what an inspiration we get from Mother Nature and her wintry mood swings! 😜🥶🤭 Thanks so much for sharing my dear! Love, hugs, and smooches! 🥰💖😘
You have the right, my friend. Mother Nature sure has been moody. Today it is 9 degrees but we have a 40 degree day coming.
OMG, 9 degrees Mary? That’s hard for me to process girl. 🥶😲🥶 All I can say is button-up buttercup! 🧣🧥🧤 Stay safe and stay warm! 🔥
LOL. We have the proper clothing for the weather, so we do bundle up–and walk quickly! Love to you, my friend.
I get it Mary. I think, however, I’ll let you all keep that type of precipitation in your neck of the woods. After hearing your testimonial, honey chile, I’m good with our current highs in the 41 degree range! 😜🥶😝
Hahaha. Come on up North, dear Ms. Kym. I’ll make you some hot chocolate. Love you!
Mary, as much as I love you girlfriend, I think I will take my cup of hot chocolate right here. 🤣😜😂 But thanks for the offer! Hugs and smooches! 🤗☕😘💖😍
LOL
Beautiful poem and picture, Mary.
Thank you, Edward. Keep warm today!
Yes, a bit crazy today (feels like -7). The fireplace is going, and it’s time for a hot cup of coffee.
Such a lovely winter poem, Mary. 🥰
Thank you, Lamittan. Today is very cold here–9 degrees Fahrenheit, but it certainly looks pretty.
That’s freezing. Glad you cope, my friend 🪷
We bundle up like mummies.
Oh yeah, it calls for that. Terribly cold, I see.
Beautiful winter-themed poem! How lovely❄️😊💜
Thank you, Ada. I hope you are doing well.
Gorgeous tone in your voice 👏🏻💞
Thank you, Isha. I appreciate you taking the time to read, listen, and comment.
❤️
Soothing and sweet. I almost felt like it was snowing here in Miami (it is not!). ❤
Ah, thank you, Stephanie. Have a wonderful day.
And you’re a magnificent messenger, Mary! Thank you for sharing and reading. ❄️
The magic of snowfall and your poetry, Mary ❤ … I want to bundle up and walk through winter with you ~ 😀
I would enjoy your company very much, Ms. Siri. So much to be inspired by in the forest.
Forest is always a masterpiece. Always perfect, especially covered with frost. Your poem is a masterpiece as well, Mary.
You probably don’t get very cold weather, do you, Hazel?
Yes, because we are a tropical country, Mary. We have a balance of sunshine and rain.
Nature is truly awesome – lovely imagery, Mary.
Thank you, Flavia. While we are very cold here right now, you are enjoying summer.
Yes Mary, I’ll have a swim for you – stay warm. I love the winter too.
Enjoy the swim for both of us!
Nice one Mary 💓
Thank you, Adarsh.
Your poem is absolutely beautiful! You’ve captured the serene magic of a winter forest so vividly—I could almost feel the crisp air and hear the quiet crunch of snow underfoot. I love how you describe Mother Nature as an artist, ‘embellishing the winter forest’ with delicate, lacey patterns. It’s such a lovely way to reflect on the beauty of a snowy landscape.
The idea of pathways being a ‘clean slate’ for both humans and creatures to leave their prints adds a wonderful touch of connection between nature and life. Your words remind me to slow down and appreciate the artistry of winter. Thank you for sharing this poem—it brought a sense of peace to my day!
Kris x
Welcome to Midwest Mary, Kris. It is wonderful to see you here, and I appreciate your feedback, and of course, the compliment. Have a fabulous day.
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Hi Mary
We love your words as well as your picture.
Thanks for sharing
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Thank you, Kluasbernd. I appreciate your presence here.
Your poem brings the quiet beauty of winter to life, Mary. The snowy forest truly is nature’s masterpiece, and your words embellish it perfectly!
Thank you, Caroline. I love the look of snow and enjoy being out in it–sometimes. 🙂
Beautiful poem ❤️ I love how you’ve described Mother Nature’s embellishments, it’s like a masterpiece, indeed.
Thank you, Ritish. Have a wonderful day.
This is so good!
Thank you, Mary.
Thank you, Mary. I appreciate your kindness.
Lovely post, Mary!
Thank you, T’. Have an enjoyable weekend.
My pleasure. You as well. 💖🌸
Mother Nature is such a thoughtful artist.
Absolutely, Chuckster. Thank you for chiming in!
She certainly is! Thank you for commenting.
Beautifully expressed, Mary!
Thank you, Amy. Have a wonderful Sunday.
Thank you, Amy. I hope all is going well with you.
That’s beautiful, Mary. 💞
Thank you, and welcome to Midwest Mary!
How kind of you to say. Thank you.
Nice Post Mary 👌👌
Thank you, and welcome to Midwest Mary!
Thank you, Kartik. Have an incredible day.
Where is this forest
Hello. The forest is along the Fox River in Illinois.
Beautiful. I love the way winter looks so pretty but I hate the cold lol. I love the added voice reading great touch. If that’s you reading you have a lovely poem voice.
Thank you! That is great to hear. Yes, that is me reading the poem. I am so happy to see you here on Midwest Mary. Keep warm.
An absolute masterpiece, yes. Your words and image, combined beautifully. ❤️ Just lovely, Mary 😊
Thank you, Laura. I’m sorry I missed your comment!
The imagery is wonderful.
Thank you, Nathan, and Welcome to Midwest Mary!
Thank you, Nathan.
Beautiful Poem Mary… Nature’s artistry is always a wonder. ❄️✨
Thank you, Willie. Nature certainly is a wonder.
Such a beautiful voice you have.
Thank you! Your comment is kind.
great post
Thank you!
Very beautiful!!
Thank you for reading through all of these posts, Jean.
It was a pleasure.
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