Snow

It instantly slows time
magically lifting the burdens
of a long to do list.

All else is forgotten
as we gather as neighbors and friends
on the back hill to sled.

I drink hot chocolate.
And organize gifts.
And listen to Christmas music.

I curl up in front of Christmas movies
and eat popcorn
as I nestle into my sweetheart.

The children are less argumentative
more kind in their interactions.
Home is warm and desirable.

The Christmas spirit
seeps thickly thru every pore
and settles comfortably in my heart.


But there is no snow this year.
Only green.
I am lost.