Winter stars
shine through
the bare branches
of naked trees.
An ornamental moon
creates tree shadows
on crusty snow.
I stand in stunned silence,
embraced by the cold,
overwhelmed by serenity.
© 2021 Richard Havenga
Photo Locations:
1. Catalina, Arizona
2. Murray Lake - Kent County - Michigan
3. Home Woods - Cannonsburg, Michigan
