Snow here in Tappan, New York ~ Winter's touch of time

A gossamer veil of gentle wind, snow and light

Settled and cloaked in crystal strokes of white

Delicate be these touches upon barren branch and bough

Beauty to behold be the snow's silent vow

A hush, a pause, define this morning's domain

Nature's splendor holds its special claim

The faint song of wind upon chime

Heralds a welcome melody to Winter's touch of time.

Rose Marie Raccioppi

Poet Laureate 

Orangetown, New York