1.

Winter knows itself
a temporary landscape
devoted to Spring.

Snow and ice therefore
wisely adjust their dreams to
warmer shades of love.

2.

Spring’s emerald lips
upon Earth’s blue cheeks whisper
ancient golden vows.

Kindness acknowledged--
turns into joy sweetly shared
in this new season.

3.

Seeing how power
gives or destroys life… the Sun
welcomes Moon’s wisdom.

Circles unbroken
by war, famine, greed, or hate
shine like newborn souls.

4.

Autumn’s eyes glow bronze
with reconciliation
prepared for the cold.

Threads of time and grace
weave of compassion a shawl
perfect for Winter.

Aberjhani
author of Dreams of the Immortal City Savannah