Morning Snow

The first snow of the season has fallen silently Blanketing the ground with a lovely white quilt, Wafting here and there into gentle drifts Shrouding all outdoors in an eerie silence. The birds are silent on their frozen limbs, Feathers fluffed against the chilly breezes. The chattering squirrels have all disappeared Cuddling tightly in their fragile leafy nests. Watchful deer forage in an adjoining meadow, While yearlings frolic in newly discovered delight. Feral cats confused by the unexpected change Take cover ‘neath some lingering piles of brush. A heavily clad youngster who lives across the way Will soon come by with his long-handled shovel To clean off my car and clear the driveway, Traffic will resume; soon all will return to normal. FIFTH PLACE December 3, 2020 Winter Contest sponsored by Emile Pinet