Blizzard, Blizzard Everywhere

Blizzard, Blizzard Everywhere

Frozen branches scratch against the window. 
Snow flakes flash like daggers through outside lights. 
Frigid wind comes howling down the chimney. 
Pine trees take on a wonderland delight. 

Bare branch trees rocked down to their foundation. 
Black sinewed roots hold fast in frozen ground. 
Snow drifts pile against back doors and fences. 
As more snow is falling, swirling all around. 

The ocean is a pounding frothy mess
Colliding waves throw geysers in the air. 
Dune fences cannot halt beach erosion. 
Home owners look on helpless in despair. 

Traffic lights shine garish through the whiteness
Consistent switch above deserted streets. 
Heavy branches form a cozy arbor
In an attempt to stretch across and meet. 

Commuter traffic ground down to a halt
School children still tucked safely in their beds 
Thoughts of teachers, homework, boring lessons 
Replaced with thoughts of downhill runs on sleds
Copyright © | Year Posted 2015

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Austin Avatar
February 5, 2015 at 10:04 AM
Enjoyed this one. Makes me want to go to bed and cover up my head. It was zero here last night. daver
Murphy Avatar
February 7, 2015 at 4:49 PM
Thank you. I was thinking the same as I wrote.
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