When Our friend, Winter comes to welcome us, we find a cover to embrace. Both man and animal alike seek shelter while our friend, Winter visits.

The trees stand barren of leaves in salute to Winter, as if Winter is their commanding officer.

The icy cold and crisp air surrounds our visit together as wood burning stoves and warm cups of drink celebrate the time we share.

Then, as quickly as Winter comes, he leaves promising to come again as he does every year. Bringing a cool relief from his cousins, Spring, Summer and Fall.