Hoar Frost

In the valley mother nature's fleeting artistry vanishes in the blink of an eye as the sun rises

Here on the hilltop Jack frost will soon be banished from our garden as the sun creeps in

and the snowdrops acknowledge her arrival with a nod

What's not to love on a day like this, a day that makes my heart sing.   

But why do I find January and February difficult months? 
I know I'm not alone

I want to embrace and appreciate this winter journey and see it's better side - renewal taking place in the garden, longer brighter days, cosy fireside evenings, the aroma of freshly brewed coffee in my favourite mug,
I think I'm beginning to enjoy it more already.