Carl Setzer: Word Shaper

dandelion days
gentle rain and warm air 
announce their return

Across the Water

across the water 
the ferry's gentle motion 
before these mountains

boldly nearing spring 
walking amidst the sunlight 
gazing to the west

a sunlit day 
bubbles drifting 
children's delight

memories of snow
remaining in my mind 
signs of spring emerge

under sunlight's grace 
I've left my coat in the car
though it's still winter

quiet woods of winter 
today is filled with birdsong 
soon leaves will return

darkness pre-dawn
wispy tendrils of my dreams 
amidst memories

high clouds 
above mountain peaks 
highlighting the snow

in this gentle rain
hints of spring are erupting 
this cold winter's day