Solmonath

Now this month was called Solmonath
the anglo Saxons gave it this name
to mean the month of cakes no less
offered them to their gods being their aim

This is no favourite time of year
at least not in the North Hemisphere
filled with cold wet winds and snow
many aspects of winter appear

Waking up one February morn
can be cold seeking frost outside
heavy clothes needed to go out
wrapped securely so warmth may abide

The sun can be a rare thing
catch a glimpse while its there
for it hides itself behind a tree
even if you watch and stare

At least in midst of this time
bringing sun's rays to lift one's gloom
one's mind plays tricks upon itself
look forward to spring to come soon

(Solmonath is the English Anglo Saxon word for February, they gave it the month of cakes as they were offered to their gods, this was their aim.)
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Andresen Avatar
February 21, 2020 at 3:28 AM
- We have had a wet and mild winter ... not so much sunshine ... nor snow ... but now I'm ready for spring :) - A great poem, Gordon :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)
Mcconnell Avatar
February 21, 2020 at 8:44 AM
Hi Anne-Lise, Glad you enjoyed my piece and yes think we're all waiting for spring. Blessings,Gordon
Laurie Avatar
February 20, 2020 at 10:23 PM
G'day Gordon … that's interesting Gordon. Seems that the English weather is a little out of sorts at this time. I don't know how you can put up with the freezing cold - thank you Gordon - Lindsay
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February 21, 2020 at 2:54 AM
Hi Lindsay, Glad that interested you and we're not too bad up in Scotland, the lowest temperature has been 2c as no snow yet just plenty of rain and strong winds. England and Wales are getting it really bad with many places flooded. Hope all good with you, Blessings, Gordon
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