“I am an empath and feel the change of seasons by observing with my senses. Being a poet means writing and sharing my experiences. The connection to the lunar calendar and other environmental shifts compel me to begin preparing for nature’s bounty after a harsher existence through the cold winter months.
April is a notable time because in the United States we not only celebrate Easter and Passover but also National Poetry Month. Spring is the time to replenish and awaken after the winter’s cold slumber. Here is a poem I wrote to celebrate Spring and national Poetry Month.”
Botany
From Words Of Life, Poems and Essays © 2020 Ann Chiappetta
softly pointed silken petals
unfolded delicately.
Some spiral to the ground.
Such a sweet nectar.
forsythia blooms
trumpet-buds announce flavors
of honey‑sweet spring.
About the Author
Annie Chiappetta author and multi-media specialist. Making meaningful connections.
The author of five fiction and nonfiction books, Annie’s poems, creative nonfiction, essays and fiction are featured in anthologies, online magazines, blogs and small press reviews.
Annie is excited to be the new host of WDOMI’s Chat and Connect podcast and hopes to bring an increased audience and appreciation of the meaning of the word, “disability” with energy and a wide-open lens.
Annie is also a cohost of the Friends in Art of ACB, Art Parlor podcast. Prior to the pandemic pause, Annie visited schools and organizations in Westchester County presenting a disability awareness and people with disabilities program to K-6 grade students. Visit Annie’s website, www.Annchiappetta.com to purchase books, listen to poetry essays and view video performances or to request Annie as a guest speaker.
Annie’s interests include disability awareness, exploring the human and canine bond through service dog partnerships, guide dogs, literature and creativity, the paranormal, military families and veterans, and
continuing to develop a mutually beneficial relationship with her assistive technology.
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Thanks to Valentina for this posting opportunity and blessings to all.
Ann, to be an empath, one must be connected to the universe to feel what others feel and it seems you are very connected. It was my pleasure to host you, I got to know you a little more. I wish you much success with your new release.
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Allow me to add my collection of books and be part of this creative world of writers.
Valentina Cirasola is an interior-fashion consultant, author of 6 published books, a storyteller, and a blogger of many years. Her books are non-fictional practical ideas to apply in the home, fashion, cooking and travel. Get a copy of her books here: Amazon and Barnes&Noble
Valentina Expressions 
May 04, 2022 @ 16:38:06
Thanks everyone I am so happy to read the comments. 💮
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May 05, 2022 @ 10:45:47
Hi Annie, so glad to see your work shared in this way.
You do so many amazing things it’s hard to even name them all.
Great job here.
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May 02, 2022 @ 08:49:29
HI VAlentina, it is lovely to see Ann Chiappetta featured here and learn a bit about her poetry.
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May 03, 2022 @ 23:11:51
Thank you Robbie, I like to get to know and help as many authors as I can, it’s fun. Thanks for the visit.
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Apr 29, 2022 @ 23:21:54
Lovely springtime poem by Ann 🙂
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Apr 30, 2022 @ 04:00:30
Thank you, I enjoyed it.
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May 04, 2022 @ 16:24:13
Thanks! 🌷
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Apr 27, 2022 @ 17:12:37
How wonderful to find Ann here with you Valentina. I’ve not seen you in a while.
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Apr 27, 2022 @ 20:15:22
Hi Patty, I love to host authors a couple of times a year. Last year, I was not online much. Thanks for the visit, Patty.
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Apr 28, 2022 @ 13:51:07
The last couple of years have been hard on us all but I believe with this spring comes joy if we but look for and allow it in our lives.
Lovely visiting your blog.
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Apr 28, 2022 @ 15:37:37
I totally agree with that. It’s lovely to see you visiting with us.
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Apr 28, 2022 @ 16:56:01
Please do let me know if I can assist you in your work in any way.
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Apr 29, 2022 @ 15:00:33
Thank you very much, you are very kind.
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Apr 29, 2022 @ 15:06:58
You’re welcome, have a beautiful weekend.
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May 04, 2022 @ 16:33:42
Hi Patty nice to see you here, too.
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May 05, 2022 @ 10:46:57
Hi again, I did a featured author with Valentina a year or two back and it was great to see her featuring you.
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May 05, 2022 @ 15:29:22
You are so gracious Patty.
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Apr 27, 2022 @ 10:44:52
So lovely of you to share Ann’s writing and poetry, Valentina. That is a lovely poem there, and it really does speak of Spring heading your way. Enjoy the warmer weather.
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Apr 27, 2022 @ 15:56:20
Hi Mabel, it’s a pleasure to get to know a few authors in each change of season when I offer this series to authors only. I appreciate your visit and the comment.
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Apr 30, 2022 @ 12:29:51
Valentina, I love what is said here about connecting to the lunar calendar and seasons.
I follow the phases of the moon and am heavily affected.
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