The breath of winter spreads a filigree of ice
upon the hands of trees. She whispers the promise
of eternal love in white. Forget the sun, she tells you
I am here to stay. Lover to darkness, she holds
the power of warmth, forcing the shivering limbs
to layer or retreat. Yet the tree remembers life
a sentinel to time, enduring elements
and the knowing that the light will melt
beauty’s truth
For Sue Vincent’s weekly #writephoto prompt.
The Light Behind the Story 
“Filigree of ice”
Lovely! Wonderful poem!
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Thank you, Ka! Glad you enjoyed it!
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This is just do perfect and right 💜
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Thank you, Willow. I’m glad you liked it ❤
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I truly did 💜💜
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🙂 ❤
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Gorgeous, Alethea. xx
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Thank you, Sue xo
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Beautiful… ❤
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Thank you ❤
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Wow this is breathtaking, Alethea.
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Thank you, Robbie, for your kind praise.
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When you actually ‘feel’ someone’s poem, that’s when it works, and you have a natural way with words, Alethea. Thank you! x
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Thank you, Joy. I’m so glad you can feel the poem. ❤
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A truly lovely piece of poetry! 💓
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Thank you, Beckie, I’m so glad you enjoyed it ❤
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My pleasure. Have a wonderful day!
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Wow! Powerful message beautifully composed!
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Thank you, Laura, for your kind words. I’m glad you enjoyed the poem.
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I talk to young trees so they grow tall. This is a lovely poem Alethea.
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Thank you, Lara, and thank you for talking to young trees to help them grow tall. ❤
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A delightful poem, Alethea. “Filigree of ice..”.and the enduring tree, sketch the static and the fluid opposite so well. x
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Thank you, Joy. Solstice and holiday blessings to you ❤
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