Blizzard

The wind is whipping, so the sleet’s
Like needles on your face.
Your feet are slipping on the sheets
Of ice formed everyplace.

The cars are skidding on the roads
That haven’t gotten salt.
It’s so forbidding, each abode’s
Prepared for an assault.

The people shopping in the stores
Buy everything in sight;
Though some are stopping doing chores
That they don’t need tonight.

The blizzard’s blowing as they said,
A fierce, ferocious storm.
So I’m not going out; instead,
I’ll watch from in the warm.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2013

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Harrell Avatar
February 8, 2013 at 9:16 PM
I am so glad that we haven't gotten too much snow so far here in Oklahoma. It has been in the mid 50's for most of this winter. I hope I am not speaking too soon :) I don't like the snow and ice either. Snow is pretty to look at but try driving in it. Yuk is right. Great poem, Ilene!
Dietrich Avatar
February 8, 2013 at 5:47 PM
This is the time to tuck oneself into the comfort of one's home. I feel ya. Utah just had a lot of snow last week and now you are getting it. YUK. (but loved your poem)
Jones Avatar
February 8, 2013 at 3:47 PM
Smart lady..be safe now
O'Leary Avatar
February 8, 2013 at 3:39 PM
Yes! In front of the blazing fireplace with a big fat mug of hoot hot chocolate!!! Terry (Great poem)
Lander Avatar
February 8, 2013 at 2:20 PM
I know the feeling, a pot of beef soup a well stock pantry, I am leaving until Monday .. nice poem, we are really getting sla,m here in the big city..
Andresen Avatar
February 8, 2013 at 2:17 PM
Stay in the house, and keep warm Ilene. - Influenza time, do not get sick. - Such a nice poem. - Have a lovely weekend. - oxox / / Anne-Lise :)
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