To Winter

 

Winds that blow and falling snow,

Frost on every pane,

Touch of bliss, a snowflake's kiss

Winter once again.

Fallen leaves, naked trees,

Frozen creek and stream,

Quiet peace, joys increase,

Hearts now share a dream.

 

Every garden fast asleep

There beneath the snow,

Birds on wing await the Spring

When gentle breezes blow.

Little crocus dares to peek

Through the frozen ground,

Small an dear, lending cheer,

Yet making not a sound.

 

Nature shares her miracles

Throughout each magic day,

Untold charms, enfolding arms

Along tomorrow's way.

Home fires burning ever bright,

Hearts look ahead to Spring,

'Midst ice and snow, the cold winds blow

While Winter still is king.

 

~ Garnett Ann Schultz

 

I trust in Your faithfulness. Grant

my heart joy in Your help, that I

may sing of the Lord, "How good

our God has been to me!"

Psalm 13:6