Flashes of Red In Winter
By Sherron Fields
Email: sherronfi at yahoo dot com
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February 07, 2008
Woodpeckers and cardinals at the feeders in early morning.
Christmas lights in December,
The evening news accounts of the wars around the world,
The flag in a stiff breeze in January.
Amaryllis in bloom in February
The kitchen counter cleaned off after the evening meal.
The 'on' light on the electric heater.
Red valentines to warm a cold month
Garnet earrings in artificial light, sparkling.
The beacon light on the phone tower across the field-flashing.
The sunrises and sunsets of winter.
My red winter coat drawn close to by body against the cold.
All flashes of red in a gray landscape to pull us away from the dullness and dormancy of winter.
Sent to us to brighten our days and lighten our hearts and make us reflect on the value and blessings of life.
About the author:
I am 63 years old. I have had heart disease since the age of 48. I have had a heart attack and bypass surgery but hasn't let it stop me. I continue to work as an agent in an insurance office. I have been married to the same man for 42 years and we have two grown sons and three grandchildren. I love to write but would never be published but it doesn't stop me. I love nature. Grew up on a farm, love gardening—am a Master Gardner. I love reading. I love the news from Lake Wobegon. Reminds me of home.
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