Tristis Hiems

Winter settles in like a beautiful painting;
Leaves change color, snow falls, the
  Animals prepare for the cold, and people
Bundle up in puffy coats to stay warm
Through the icy weather. 

   Sometimes though, with cold weather comes
  Thoughts of sadness. Some just can’t shake
Them away; they stay in the warmth by the
Burning fire, waiting for the comfort
They desire the most; maybe it’s from
Their family, maybe from friends, or from anyone,
 But they hide away and wait.

   If sadness is something to hide from, like an animal preparing
To hibernate for winter, know that the sun will be 
Back soon, with so many happy stories to tell; for you
Deserve to smile and be happy. So let the leaves fall, 
Let the seasons change, so the sunlight and joyous tales 
 Will be back once more.

• Written Dec. 18, 2020