A crunchy iced crust
shining in the sun
hiding the soft slushy snow
hands are frozen tingling icicles
breathing clouds of steam in the sun
little footprints in the frost
while even the strongest trees
bend over, under the weight
of their heavy blankets
(27 December 2010)
The pictures included in this post were all taken by myself on 26 December 2010 in Montgenèvre and Serre Chevalier (France).
I really like your choice of words here….Winter, isn’t it grand to write about this season???This poem inspires me…truly.
What a beautiful combination of words and images. I especially love the photos of little footprints in the snow with shadows. All the best for the New Year!
Thank you! I love that picture too… I was opening the window in the morning, and from the balcony I saw those footprints in the garden and felt I had to take a photo!
Beautiful poem and spectacular photo opportunities!
Thank you! I especially appreciate your comment, seeing you’re a professional photographer. Although I have no particular skill or knowledge, I do love taking photos. Thank you for stopping by! I loved your blog!
Like the poem, love the pics! You’ve got talent!
Thank you!!!
I just stumbled upon your blog by accident and after a (very) quick look through some of your posts I’m already stuck! I like the variety of your posts and I especially like this beautiful poem and the beautiful pictures! Looking forward to read the rest of your posts!
Thank you for stopping by, even if briefly, and I really hope to see you back here soon!
These are the kind of comments that really encourage me to continue writing, it’s amazing to know someone appreciates and enjoys what I am writing!