to swaddle through
with sprinkled wonder
kindness too
to hold your heart
in hopeful hue
beyond ensuing weary woo
of winter's pending roux
may love's endear
envelope blue
to carry promise'
palmar view
toward brilliant spring
obliged in queue
assured en route
intent — it's true
past midnight's ballyhoo
and new year's glimmering coup
(mon dieu!)
to bring bright wishes due
to you.
