SQUIRRELS IN A FROSTY NOVEMBER

 

Forlorn and windswept,

Bundled into the belted bower;

Rolled down, clinging together,

Repelling icy footsteps.

 

Aloft hasty mists knocking,

Pushing, uninvited again;

Slender twigs, a lighter cover,

Standing fast, holding their tower.

 

Splintered light seeping,

Funnelling, quickly creeping;

Restlessness snuggled deep,

Unawares, comforted in sleep.

 

Pouched contentment contained,

Larders, fully maintained;

Nature's nourishment sufficient,

Foraged, furred and efficient.

 

Long is the sleep

In Winter's twilight.

Slow is the pace

Suspended, insulated in space.

 

Fresh hails the breeze

Warming, brushing, strengthening;

Brilliance awakens, flurries,

Stretches, springs unfurled.

 

Scampering, flitting, playful,

Sliding, welcome joy;

Freedom released, unbounded

Fun, returns frolic.

 

1988 © Will George.

 


Will George Poet


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