A Winter Aspen

The stark sentinel standing tall
     The winter Aspen gracing our yard.                  

Beautiful in its quiet grandeur
     Anticipating
     Resting
     Rejuvenating
     Readying
     Embracing God's ways
     Content.

I take a deep breath
     And enjoy
          God's picture of growth,
          God's picture of life.

My creation craves quiet places
     Anticipating
     Resting
     Rejuvenating
     Readying
     Embracing God's ways
     Content.

I look forward to
     Tiny buds
     Delicate green
     Fluttering leaves in summer breezes.

A story of God's wisdom
     Seasons are good
     Seasons are necessary
     Seasons of quiet
          Anticipating
          Resting
          Rejuvenating
          Readying
          Embracing God's ways
          Content.
     Seasons, a gift from God.