REFRESHMENT

Crisp air mixed with sunshine in the morning. The first bird songs of Spring. Crocus in full bloom, surrounded by snow. Beautiful music that stirs your soul. A baby’s exuberant laugh. The sound of a brook or rushing river. A hot meal at the end of a busy day. A tall glass of water. Really

JANUARY

Jumping into snowdrifts; Angels appear on lawns. Night time still lasts forever, Unrelenting cold hangs on. All is tucked in and quiet, Resting until spring Yawns and stretches with warm welcoming.

SAFE RETREAT

In Fall it’s time to put to bed All tender flowers And gently spread A blanket of mulch To keep them warm; While the icy winds blow The world hardens, the ice and snow Turns everything white, Quiet and cold; And people bask in firelight. Beneath the winter snow there lies A world of creatures,