Eucalyptus and juniper berries
grace the door for the whole of winter
providing protection and beauty to the house inhabitants.
Sugared Maple
When fall departed it took its brilliant colors with it.
The fallen leaf bejeweled by winter sparkles on.
Alchemy
The spirit of Maxfield Parish frosted the ground
with a sorbet of oranges, purples and pinks.
A winter elixir that chills fairies’ drinks.
Nature’s Desire
Grass blades grow frost feathers.
Every molecule demanding that their place in the design be realized.
Nature’s desire is to manifest gloriousness.
Batchelor
Reeds
Humble, mighty reed
healer of land and water
sleep sweet in your frozen bed.
Plant Life
Defying winter’s gloom
perfect pink blossoms
are delivered for the New Year.