New York City In Winter

Buildings and rooftops covered in snow,
Trees barren of leaves,
Freezing breath flowing from moving mouths,
Horses slipping on icy roads,
New York City in winter.

Happiness all around,
People joyfully caroling on the sidewalks,
Onlookers staring longingly in store windows,
Christmas lights aglow at night,
New York City in winter.

Streets filled with tourists,
Stores filled with holiday shoppers,
Bags filled with gifts
Faces filled with cheer,
New York City in winter.

Its beauty breathtaking,
Its glory evident.
Its spirit irresistible,
Its memory irreplaceable,
New York City in winter.