winter coming

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. 

gather your loved ones for one last feast 
before the endless snow 

bid farewell to the birds- 
robins, larks and geese. 

give the dog a blanket to sleep upon 

winter's coming on fast- 
we only have so much time 

prepare your yards, gardens, homes and selves 
for the cold 

ominouspoet

VT

14 years old

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    She had a good life. I hope she finds peace.
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    I love you, Whisper. I'm sorry.

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