“If winter comes, can spring be far behind? –Shakespeare.

Spring, everywhere, is enchanting. It casts a deep influence on human mind. In fact, man’s (includes woman’s as well) tendency to look good, beautiful and attractive is copied from Nature. Nature always takes care to look its best during spring. Perhaps, it has a message to humanity not to destroy the trees and shrubs which not only bear colourful flowers but also provide refuge to animals, birds, butterflies and humans during their lifetime.  Trees absorb carbon dioxide from the air and, during photosynthesis, emit oxygen into the atmosphere which is necessary for the survival of mankind.

A blooming Sour Cherry in spring. Image via Wikipedia

“Each tree is like a bride…”                      

During spring, even if only one tree blossoms, it sends waves of joy and thrill to those living in its neighbourhood. Children, women, and men marvel at the colourful robe the tree wears, and also tend to wear colourful dresses themselves, to match the mood of spring. Imagine, if trees over a vast area blossom at the same time, what it would look like? Needless to say it would be nothing short of a Paradise on Earth! Here is a simple poem on the glory of spring by K.V.Venkataramana:

Spring

Leaves green
Are hardly seen,
When buds and blossoms
Mark the scene.
 
Trees everywhere,
Big and small,
Are clad gaudily
To fascinate all.

Each tree is
Like a bride
Who doesn’t blush,
But looks with pride.
 
Birds and butterflies,
Scattered in air,
Are living jewels
God made with care.