A short month, halfway between
winter solstice and spring equinox,
this month of hearts and flowers
hints of verdant spring,
promises an end to mousy winter.
Birds chirp,
sun warms,
no ice on water now,
no frost to kill delicate buds.
Day lengthens,
opens and closes with vibrant skies.
Night shortens,
heaven glows with planets and stars.
In February
this short month, halfway between
winter solstice and spring equinox,
the year is young, almost new,
and optimism abides.
