Waiting For The Chill To Break

photo by Frank Lee Drennen

It's cold, waiting for the chill to break.

I crawl under the covers

Deeper into hiding

Exhausted from the push and the pull

Comforting myself in the warm darkness

Locking out cold distrust

Now it's spring, and I can't deny the light.

Everything around me renewed

It's the fresh air

Breathing green and jasmine

Awakens in me a restlessness

A sense to clear away the dust

 -Nena Anderson   3/29/13

Dedicated to my friend Cindy Lee & her son Alexander. 
Rest in peace, Paul.
It has been wonderful to know you through the love of your family.