Monthly Archives: December 2013

Chilly House

Outside it’s winter
The cold air swirled inside more
Blankets failed, sleep worked

The Candle Incident

The candle burned low
When the cat’s tail brushed the flame
And became a torch

The Holiday Process

They stepped off the bus
Alone time halts, mom time starts
Next phase of Christmas

Mall of America in December

Ghosts of skipped chain stores
Chased us out of the mall sprawl
Fresh shoppers blew past

Holiday Shopping – Day 2

The list had its checks
As I drove home escaping
The mirth of Chrismas

Winter Shopping

A white painted sky
To shop local or online?
I grabbed my Sorels

The Gilded Tree

The tree begged for more
Layer lights, pile on baubles
Fill cracks with tinsel

Goodbye to a Clean Car

Snowstorm residue
Kicks up as drivers aim at
Their fellow road mates

December Ceremony

The tree funeral
We dress it, put on display,
Our florid tribute

Rethinking the Card

The card sounded beige
Nothing to illuminate
Need a new vantage