Out Like a Lion

November goes out like a lion, All growly and ready to pounce, Though I doubt that a lamb-like December Will waltz in with a whirl and a flounce. Still, I’m grateful that most of this autumn, We’ve managed to spend time outside For with winter just waiting to greet us, Much more time in the house is implied. Since I exercised early this morning, While the lion was still not awake, I’ll not venture out into the jungle And relax with a stay-at-home break. Yet I hope that tomorrow the weather, On the day that the calendar turns, Will be welcoming all who desire To cross lions off from their concerns.