cold

the weather's getting colder
and i love it
unpack the sweaters
and scarves
and hoodies
hot cups of apple cider and cocoa
warm blankets
and cozy fireplaces

it's one of the times of the year
when i feel safe, protected
when i can look out the wet windows
at the beautiful rain
and watch it fall fall fall
down down down
to make life grow grow grow

we dont always see the growth in the fall
but it comes
sure and steady
by the following springtime
and knowing this makes my heart want to burst

i cant express my joy tonight
knowing i'm safe and protected
knowing i can unwind and breathe out
and that there's One who listens
and speaks
....
waiting for me to listen back.