Brisk winds sweep leafless trees, edged with the night’s snowfall
A new beginning, resolutions to be made
Lacy red hearts adorn shop windows
And tasty small chocolates are enveloped in brightly wrapped boxes
Signs of new growth begin to emerge, green and vibrant
As winter winds give way to warmer breezes
Welcome rain hugs cool earth, eliciting
Beautiful buds and floral landscapes
Full blooms, warmer temperatures
Forgotten coats, revived shorts and swimsuits
No more bells, no more books
Time for rest and sunny beaches
Pop! Bang! Celebrations of America’s rights fill dark evening skies with
Booming displays of lights, colors, and sounds
Oppressive heat looms as the unforgiving sun beats down
Parents pack department stores in search of shiny new clothes and school supplies
Ever so slowly, leaves begin browning, colors begin fading
Friday night lights welcome anxious crowds adorned in their favorite team’s color
Orange pumpkins greet visitors on doorsteps
As masked children search for their favorite sweet delights
Thankful for the graciousness of others
Plump brown turkeys and dressing fill festive family tables
Explosions of reds, greens, and silver emerge at every stop
Tall glittering trees beckon families to fellowship
Each year brings expectations of both things familiar and unknown
But remind us all that these experiences shape who we have yet to become
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