Dead of winter
Tuesday, June 5th, 2012when neighbors
complain of
the cold
I join in
to fit in
not wanting
to admit
that I like
how my body
defrosts
upon stepping
inside after
a long walk
the tingle
as my fingers
warm
even
the
runny
nose
an excuse
to go to
bed early
with a
book and
the weight
of too many
blankets
the usually aloof
dog nestled
close
all night long
.
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