Images of Winter Magic 

                                                                        By: Greg Clarke, 122420 

Hours ahead of sunrise, the woods are dark, swallowing the night hours,

holding them until dawn provides the edge of light.

Polar temperatures descended upon the wintery landscape,

the sunrise attempts to spell the morning chill.

An evening snow has blanketed white crystalline fields,

snow-tipped cedars have been dusted with culinary perfection!

High above, strong northwest winds glide across the bright lunar shadow,

nearby homes burn ash and oak for warmth, swirling plumes of smoke,

bringing to the senses a familiar fragrance.

Sitting as a willing participant to nature’s seasonal gift,

it is comforting to know there is a serene presence,

which can transform the winds of the season,

to provide magical inspiration.