Hope Springs Once Again!

Oh, how it gladdens my heart
To discover the green shoots
Broken through the winter earth!
Each year, I am surprised
When the snow nearest the foundation of my home
Melts away
And reveals, yet again
New Life!

The new growth emerges
From bulbs planted in prior years
Once seeming dead
Now flourishing with hope
As they radiate the promise of beauty to come.

My heart flutters
Like the wings of butterflies beating within my chest
I cannot help but smile
The sun pouring its warmth
Upon my face
Upon this new life
As it melts away winter’s remains

Take courage
Winter comes
The dark, cold days 
May lay heavily upon us
And may reappear before they are gone
But always, always
Spring follows
Let go of winter’s chill
Allow abundance to nurture your spirit
As spring’s resurrection peaks out
Through the frozen earth.