Aaaah...Winter!
Aaaah... Snow!
An excuse to put away the sun-based toys,
stop the endless yard work,
end the overstimulation
of multicolored flowers backed by green
to just stare at...white.
White, white, white,
peaceful and serene,
white enveloping all,
whiteouts slowing everything down,
drawing us to leisurely activities,
relaxing pastimes,
to let our bodies catch up, rest,
and prepare for the excitement of Spring.
Aaaah...Winter!
Aaaah... Snow!

By Joanna Fuchs