This is exquisite Paul. And theologically RIGHT ON! hope and despair drawn together... a desperate hope in the midst of winter to share in the spring to come... you're a christian my friend.

I can't believe that this has no reviews! Personally, I think that this is an amazing poem; I especially like the last line and, from your writings, I can almost imagine the painting itself, though I've never seen it. Great work and keep writing!