Winter White, Winter Quiet

within this photograph of these old books

are the colors of a season, not just any season

the season that grabs my heart and stills it

winter ~ the soft quiet days of winter

i love winter

i love its soft whites

muted neutrals

and snowy dreams

who knew there were so many shades of white

wintery hues, fading brilliance, ghosts of what was

gardens, animals, people hibernate

in a state of rest, to recreate, rejuvenate

it's the time for cuddling, a time for snuggling

hot chocolate and warm thick socks

fuzzy throws, firelight, and

the sound of pages being turned, low conversation

christmas is just its beginning

a season of joyful delight

remembered childhood memories~

times that bring a softness to the eyes

oh, winter, my friend

i search for you all year

only to wake up one morning

and find frosty droplets on my window

there you are

and my soul settles in

for reflection, quietness

and i rejoice in your arrival