I woke up today and wished for winter.
I heard nothing but childlike snowflakes do-sa-do from leaf to terrace,
The gritty plumber from 218 pouring rock salt,
One stubborn streetlight flicker amidst the reflected brightness,
And two pairs of inadequate sneakers crunching through the virgin snow.
7.11
s.d.
Saturday, July 16, 2011
I woke up today and wished for winter
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I would NEVER wish for snow! Go Summer!!!!
ReplyDeleteWow, such a beautiful poem :)There are some lovely images.
ReplyDeleteWinter is my favorite season! Bring.It.ON!!
It will be here before you realize it!
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