Winter

In the winter you are so violent

So unforgiving of those
Who share the years
Un caring cruel and determined

You seem to relish the suffering
And many of you dear friends
Who no you well
Leave

Then as if you have been testing
The resolve of those you hold closest
You forgive relent and lay out a show
Of gratitude that explodes in every corner

Some would buy a bouquet
You, you lay down thousands of acres
Colours so vibrant and against
The Arctic canvas contrast they glow

Yellows, delicate rhythmic whites
All moving with you soft breath
You never speak a word
But from each hedge and leaf pile
Come forth a myriad

Of friend of such diversity
That stood by you so they reap
A feast that you lay down
As you shake and nature all

Within your expanding fresh domain