Veil of Snow

The vast horizon,

Topped with a blanket of snow

And relentless wind

..

The figures of trees

Intricately outlined by

A shimmering white

..

The utter silence

Until what is only heard

Are falling snowflakes

..

With every inhale

Minty and fresh, yet sharp air

Stings my nose and lungs

..

With every exhale

A puff of hot, warming steam

The stinging recedes

..

As the hours pass

A gleaming veil of snowflakes

Embraces my hair