When Frost

settles

By Colleen WaltersPublished 2 months ago • Updated 2 months ago • 1 min read

winter comes calling

tries to flash freeze her heart

but she whispers warm.

Stream of Consciousness

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Colleen Walters

Just a girl who likes to write poems, usually inspired by events and people in my Florida life.. Always be you, because you are awesome. You matter. You are enough. ❤️

You can find me also on Facebook & Messenger and Discord

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Rowan Finley 2 months ago
Mesmerizing and beautiful poem!
Dharrsheena Raja Segarran2 months ago
Oooo, flash freeze was brilliant! I especially loved the second and third lines!

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