Winter Dances..... a little poem to keep u warm

The slightest whisp coalesces into gusts of frightened wind
All the leaves shake wildly, dance as though they've sinned
Crisp air nips at Summer's threatened heels
The cold is ravenous.... and warmth is its meal

Amber leaves cross shadows of trees from which they fell
And all the world transforms as though it's under spell
Veins of ice invade, the blood of winter rushes in
Its heartbeat grows stronger as it pulses from within

Those around catch glimpses as the daylight becomes thing
Of sunsets red and fading, of forests dark and dim
It seems most creatures find places safe and warm
Those who are braver, stand out, embrace the storm

Shivers become a second shadow, cohesive to your skin
Ice becomes so adament you can almost see it grim
Winter creeps slowly and attacks like a sharpened lance
Behold its frozen glory, stand back and watch it dance....

By Leah Robertson
Written Oct. 20, 2004