Frosted Freedom
Jonquils, whispering in icy shadows,
Argue with January’s chill
Needling her about her coldness.
Upstart prisoners plotting a breakout
Always alert to a break in her façade
Resist complacency’s weakness
Yearn to mimic the sun’s majesty.
©1/5/2018
for January Poetry Contest
Michelle Faulkner - sponsor
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