Winter Afternoon

In snow-covered backyard, garden is without bloom, Lonely is my heart and silence pervades the room. Wind is forgetful today, Who is to knock on door? Lost in their own thoughts, Frugal is leaves' communication. Time is in prison today, hourglass broken. The bird is caged in here, emotions fenced. Hearth is cluttered And burned out is fire. Dancing shadows of yonder land Upon television zoom. But fail to breathe life In dead-still room. Yet the crisp cool richness of afternoon Invites me calmly- Come! bathe in my hue for once ‘Cause I am part of your life!