Winter's Zenith

Old Man Winter has arrived, his boots placed firmly on the ground.
A vulgar display of wealth, assets scattered all around.

A robust distortion of nature, his domination now takes the stage.
With oversight and command, correspondence now serves his rage.

Gone are the days of thunder, lightning dancing across the sky.
With his cold and blowing wind, we’re stuck indoors just left to sigh.

A blizzard up here in the north, will overpower this fertile land.
With snowplows and generators, we’re able to take a stand.

When he rears his ugly head, with shovels we’re forced to fight.
These battles can rage, all day and often into the night.

A clear and present danger, we must respect this vile behemoth.
Precautions will save your life, when this old man has reached his zenith.

The blizzard will slowly fade, the sky will clear, and winds recede.
We’ll weather every storm; we are a hardy breed.

Life here in the north is not for the faint of heart.
We have a unique obsession, that’s why we stay and play our part.

12/5/21
“Z” Contest, New or Old – Poetry Contest
Sponsor:  Constance La France
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La France Avatar
December 11, 2021 at 2:44 PM
Mark, congratulations on your Second Place win in my "Z" Contest, wonderful couplets ~ peace and tranquility _ Constance
Goldsmith Avatar
December 9, 2021 at 11:57 AM
Congratulations on your win. A wonderful "Winter's" write. Now I am cold. Come on Spring. Have a blessed day writing away...........
Koplin Avatar
December 10, 2021 at 6:50 AM
Thanks Paula! Keep inking!
Kauffman Avatar
December 9, 2021 at 11:44 AM
Really creative and very unique personification Mark bundled into a metaphor with flowing images. Nicely done. Blessings of a warm fire and cozy house for "winter's zenith." Congrats on your win. Really enjoyed the unique expressions of winter!
Koplin Avatar
December 10, 2021 at 6:50 AM
Thank you so much!
Peck Avatar
December 7, 2021 at 9:24 AM
Brrr, Mark. You brought the blizzard to life! We had blizzards when I was little, but, where I live now, they're called "Freaks of Nature."~ Congratulations on your win!
Koplin Avatar
December 10, 2021 at 6:51 AM
We have already been to 18 below zero here.
Hankins Avatar
December 5, 2021 at 9:45 AM
Marvelous writing, Mark, but it brought chill bumps as I thought of the onslaught of blizzard, snow, and ice. Really enjoyed the read, however, and best wishes in the contest.
Koplin Avatar
December 10, 2021 at 6:51 AM
Thanks Milt!
Lane Avatar
December 5, 2021 at 9:43 AM
Having lived in Colorado for 4 years, I can appreciate the hazards of blizzard conditions. This is very well addressed in your lines, Mark. Luck win out in the contest.
Koplin Avatar
December 10, 2021 at 6:52 AM
Thanks a lot Lin! Enjoy your warm days down south.
Cunningham Avatar
December 5, 2021 at 9:24 AM
Brrr I can feel the chill Mark, I used to work outside but now retired it's nice to have a choice whether or not to go out. Tom
Koplin Avatar
December 10, 2021 at 6:49 AM
It surely does!
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