Gentle, the weather shifts
Warmer breezes sweep over
Patches of ice and snow
Turning them back into water

In the safe heaven of a garden
Pussy Willows bud out
Reminding us of flowers to come

In a tall vase in the foyer
Elegant branches greet
First light

The shrub shimmers

And Hope?

It floats thru the kitchen window
Past steam and tea
Landing in the heart