• The fall leaves
    swirl away,
    leaving
    barren
    tree branches
    in their midst.

    the frosty cold
    bites at open skin,
    creeping through
    scarves
    and little girl
    mittens

    the smell of peppermint
    wafts in,
    a constant reminder
    of holiday cheer
    and
    anticipation

    too cold for
    sports,
    families cuddle
    together
    by the warmth
    in front of the fire

    hoping
    for a miracle,
    noses pressed against
    windows,
    children hope
    for a white christmas

    smiling,
    laughing,
    enjoying,
    not a sorrowful
    thought in the world,
    winter has come