The Magic of Winter

Winter winds howl and rustle barren trees As snowflakes coat like frosting and freeze Dawn’s early pink colors emerge in the sky The sun starts to warmly brighten and dry Tree tops shimmer under the golden sun The winter magic show has now begun A red cardinal’s perched feasting on seed His feathers glimmer as wet snowflakes bead Snow sparkles like tiny diamond crystals Blanketing the ground and nearby thistles Squirrels scurry about chattering away While busily stealing from feeders all day Cedar waxwings feast on frozen berries While their whistling chirping carries Crows cackle and circle around Heed warnings as snow surrounds Nature carries on despite the bitter cold and snow As Winter’s show magically glimmers and glows