Winter in NW Montana

(large tracks in snow made by elk)

yesterday

I found myself thinking:

I live in the land of Christmas trees

our road lined with giant snow cloaked trees 

felt entirely enchanting

sunshine presented the world with light and shadows

ice on my steps 

formed into filigree flowers

before the sun arrived another kind of beauty:

from my home to yours

I wish you holidays that feel good to you

~

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Nearing Winter Solstice

as we near the Solstice

days have been mostly gray

yesterday

the sun came out

the mountains breath turned into clouds

 to set sight on these views was to change our 

breath and spirit

though the large views captured attention

I also noted that the snow had piled up

of entirely miniature

snowflakes

I wish you all a lovely Solstice

~

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