Cold Morning

The path shimmered
for the universe graced us
with a spectacular vision;
diamonds scattered
the landscape
reflecting like crystals
in the frosty morning.

We would need to bundle up
- hats, scarves, thermals
necessary protection
layering the sacred skin
from the elements
to cocoon in the comfort
of thick fabrics.

Eyes dazzled,
but the flesh challenged
in the span of the eight hour grind

One might wonder
if the punishing cold
could be designed
for an unravelling
by the fireside
after enduring
a day among others.