On the Eve of a Snowstorm

roses and balloons
Chardonnay and chocolate,
dinner out, candlelight
and soft music

at five degrees the flowers can't survive--

we eat dinner with friends,
and share the laughter
of years of Valentine Days

we order a bottle of Chardonnay
and toast to love,
taking care to leave the restaurant
before the snow
storm gains traction

the first Valentine Day

You held a balloon
And said, " This is my favorite holiday"
Same here