We are carrying our winter load

Heavy down or wool coats, thin or thick ones

Clunky boots with salt stains 

Some newer, some older

Colorful Scarves and mittens, and hats for colder days

It takes forever to get ready to leave the house

I think fondly of the summer time

When I can just put my sandals on and head out into the glorious sunshine

Life is a cycle of ups and downs 

And when in the down cycle 

I can still find things to be thankful for

My coffee, my notebook and pen 

And my wondering thoughts 

Feb 12, 2025