DAFFODILS

Waking up to a thin crust of snow on cars and rooftops,
I want to run outside and offer encouragement to these daffodils.
"Don't give up.  This must be the last snow.
Another few days and we're home free."   
Two days ago they were standing tall.
This morning they're shivering in sleet and rain
and -- yes.  Okay.  I admit it.  Snow.
But, this is part of spring.  The early blossoms.
The cold snap that bends them back down.
Then stalwart flowers snap right up when the sun returns.
I hope to snap back with them.
And soon!

Meanwhile I will observe St. Patrick's Day in snow and sleet.  Thanks to Liz for bringing green-iced shamrock cookies this morning.  Cookies and daffodils -- a lovely way to celebrate in my new home!