When I looked at you I saw-
decades of pain and sorrow

I tried to hold you close
but you pushed me away

I dreamed and yearned for you
to find your peace

But it wasn't til he called you back
to that horrid place

Hello winter 
dancing snowflakes, bristling wind 
Hello winter 

hold me safe in your embrace 
beside the fireplace 
melt away the frigid day 

winter's coming on fast — 
better chop enough wood. 

pluck the last fruits of the harvest — 
then say goodnight to the garden, 
resting under a blanket of leaves and love.