i’ll grasp this aspen
framed by its own starry night
when i need some peace
a powder escape
from the harsh reality
of everyday life
just a year ago
i taught my boy how to ski.
(he learned in one day)
i search for the moon
early in the day; not night
how it shines so bright
world reflected
with wooden beams, windy view
and skis. always skis.
snow arrived today.
soft, slippery, it snuck in
and brought back this piece:
in the purple night
on our perfect patio
completion beckons.
before dawn arrives
the snow still touches the sky
with white fingertips
Berthoud Pass driving
sisters learn two years apart
same day, different face
snow like stardust
sparkling in morning light
to begin our day
2020 ends
in the same way it began
(with downhill skiing)
2020 ends
nearly every way different
than a year ago
2020 brings
a balance of sorrow, joy
hidden behind masks
2020 ends
with screens controlling our lives
(searching for meaning)
2021
with its 5-syllable self
will bring us new hope
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