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First Harvest. First Dates
The abundance and excitement
of spring’s first harvest are much like
the most memorable first dates.
With a little help from the gods,
time, effort, and expense pay off
in ways that dive deep inside us.
An organic relationship
gradually develops, and
satisfies our deepest desires.
©Mary K. Doyle, 2026
That’s a beautiful bowl of greens, Mary 🙂
Thank you, Jean. The salad was so fresh and crisp.
Lovely poem, and lovely harvest!
Thank you, Dorothy. You would make something marvelous with all these beautiful herbs.
This time of year, simplest is best, isn’t it? Love to pick a few leaves of lettuce, some radish thinnings perhaps, a few fresh herbs, and a touch of lemon juice and there you go!
Loved hearing you read your poem, Mary, your poem is so lovely! 🦋🦋👌👌😄💜💜
Thank you, Carol Anne. It might be a bit weird to compare a harvest and dating, but I thought it was fun.
Great poem!
Thank you, Melinda.
This is a beautifully simple yet deeply resonant piece of writing.
The comparison between first harvest and first dates is especially elegant — it captures that shared feeling of anticipation, effort, vulnerability, and quiet hope that comes before something meaningful begins. The way you connect nature’s cycles with human relationships feels natural and poetic, almost like love itself is part of the seasonal rhythm of life.
I agree! Kudos to Mary for a thought-provoking analogy. 🙂
Thank you, Nancy. I wasn’t sure how this would be taken. Hugs to you.
🥰🤗😁
Thank you for this feedback, Vijay. I appreciate you!
They turned out great, homegrown food tastes so much more fresh. Loved the poem as well.
Thank you, my friend.
You’re most welcome.
Delicious verse, Mary! How wonderful to be enjoying the bounty of your first harvest in May!
Delicious, indeed, Violet. The lettuce was crisp and tasted green, if you know what I mean. Thank you for commenting, my friend.
That’s impressive Mary. Here, things are a lot slower, but, hey, my carrots and beets are up. Cheers. Allan
Carrots and beets are great, Allan! They’ll be ready before we know it.
How true, Mary!
Thank you, my dear Rosaliene.
🙂 ❤
I just did a long distance move and only got my plants in yesterday
But they do have flowers
Flowers are hopeful, Mark. Aren’t those fresh veggies so delicious!
first harvest…first dates…lovely and lively, Mary…🤍
I wasn’t sure about this one, but you know how it is, Destiny, the poem speaks to us. Love to you.
a smooth flow and sweet connection 🌷 …and love to you too, Mary …🤗🤍
Wow!🌿🍂
Thank you, Arlene.
This was bloody wonderful
Ahhh. Thank you so much, Joanne.
A charming and poetic comparison—linking the excitement of spring’s first harvest with the anticipation and sweetness of unforgettable first dates. 🌸✨
Thank you, Safia. I appreciate you reading and commenting. Have the best day.
Lovely poem, Mary. 🌺💓
Thank you, T. I hope all is well with you.
You’re most welcome. Yes, all is well.
Hope you are doing well Mary. ❤️
It feels good to grow veggies. I’m happy of harvesting time, too. Such nutritious food, Mary.
Yes, Hazel! Freshly grown veggies are the best, and I do feel I have a relationship with these plants to some extent. Thank you for your comment, my friend.
Its my pleasure, Mary. Happy weekend ahead.
What a great harvest!!
I loved your poem; reflective, thoughtful, yet simple. Wonderful work 💗
Thank you, Lina. I appreciate you taking the time to offer feedback, and it is wonderful to see you here. I will check out your site, as well.
Thank you so much! You are so kind 😀
Wonderful Mary… and I love this time of year with all the fresh produce and berries appearing.
Thank you, my friend.
Wonderful poem, Mary! Your first harvest looks amazing.
Thank you, Edward. Everything looks healthy at this point.
You’re welcome! That’s awesome. Are the ducklings gone?
Yes. Sadly, I haven’t seen them anywhere near here.
Hopefully, they are safe and enjoying a nearby lake.
You captured the magic of gardening in this wonderful poem!
Beautiful poem, organic bond is great 👍
Thank you so much, Priti.
🙏
love that ‘organic relationship’ —
And love to you, John.
Haha! brainy & funny – bravo!
Thank you, da-AL.
First harvest, congratulations! Hope to have ours soon.
Midwest Mary 
Talk to me. I’m curious about your thoughts and comments.