Winter
Bette Hileman's most recent poem to appear here was Peaceable Kingdom (November 2011).
Winter
By Bette Hileman
I know winter is coming
when the cat's long fur
feels warm underneath and cool on top.
I know winter is close
when my feet are cold.
I know winter is approaching
by ringing in my ears
that sounds like distant cicadas
though none are singing.
I know winter is near
when I take an afternoon nap
while the cat snuggles under my arm,
keeping me warm.
I think about getting up and putting on socks,
But fall asleep too fast.
I know winter is coming
when the cat's long fur
feels warm underneath and cool on top.
I know winter is close
when my feet are cold.
I know winter is approaching
by ringing in my ears
that sounds like distant cicadas
though none are singing.
I know winter is near
when I take an afternoon nap
while the cat snuggles under my arm,
keeping me warm.
I think about getting up and putting on socks,
But fall asleep too fast.
Posted by Annmarie at 1/24/2012 11:12 PM 
Categories: today's words
Tags: Bette Hileman winter cold seasons hibernate
Categories: today's words
Tags: Bette Hileman winter cold seasons hibernate
So sweet, Bette! Loved it.
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A pleasant scenirio.
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Nice picture, Bette.
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