now winter’s hardships
seem worthwhile
for they have brought us here
The Tender Morning Blooms
Primrose
blooming at my feet
before the weather reliably warms
lightening and brightening each step
Ascension
sedum climbs
stone steps
footprints of pink and green
In The Door Yard
with snow and flower buds
the cairn, moose antler and sun dial
mark and keep track of time
Walkway
after a petal rain
the polka dot path
leads home
That’s What It’s All About
little bird’s
hokey pokey
turning himself around
Steps
summer left
her pink and yellow footprints
on the ripening meadow
Signs
the pine wears sleet
like many steps of bird’s feet
leaving the sign of peace
Steps
carry your troubles
down to the river
wash them away
Winter Resident
where once the granite steps stood
a stone and lichen alligator now resides