winter sits on our doorstep like an
abandoned cat from the neighborhood,
not much of a bother until it is in
reach and noticeable... wood in the
fireplace, dried and ready to go, hot
cocoa on the stove getting ready to
boil over... long underwear is worn,
with gloves and hats before going
outside unless we increase the thermostat;
and still we put ice in our drinks as if
it were a lot warmer outside... cold
permeates the ground, the air, inside
the house, and our bodies, eliminating
what little warmth we had inside...
shivering inside from morning till night,
winter has become part of our habitat,
and we are the unfortunate that did
not fly south, instead endured it all
not even receiving a merit badge
for all our efforts... we are the few,
proud and stupid thinking the season
continues to be an event to endure.
January 7, 2024
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