I love winter scenes
of iced over streams.
snow-laden branches,
Oh how winter entrances!

I like a sleigh ride
through a country side
dressed in white,
the ponies' breath visible,
the moonlit snow all aglow,
the hot apple cider
awaiting me at home...

The roaring fire
in the fire place.
The soaring smile
on my child's face.
The Christmas lights
and manger scenes.
The silent nights
so serene.
The clearest stars
I've ever seen.
The carefully thought out gifts -
Winter is not to be missed!