Farewell to Winter Moon

Fair well dear Winter moon of night,
We sober watch your parting flight,
And welcome Spring as seasons turn,
But joy will greet your grave return.

Not lost the glory of each change.
Spring, summer, fall each have their fame;
But none so bright, so clear, so pure
As solemn Winter’s lunar tour.

Adieu good friend, midst fallen leaves
For your return we’ll waiting be,
To wax and wane in triple score
Till sun & moon shall shine no more.

Charles Church 3/8/23