These Are My JOTtings, Part #2

Winter Sky

Overcast, the winter sky
with snow upon the trees.
Not yet, but soon we can't deny
the weather, that it sees.

Cotton candy clouds all float
with moisture on the wing,
like a sky-high cruising boat,
lifting hearts to sing.

Gray the cast of daylight glows,
causing us to guess.
Will our yard stay what we know?
Will from snow we nest?

The wind is moving the clouds around
as safely warm within.
We layer clothes as quilts abound,
while outside warmth grows thin.

The Lord controls the winter sky.
He sees each earthbound heart.
With mercy and compassion nigh,
He knows just where to start.

by Jay O’Toole
on January 10th, 2025