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Classic and Contemporary Poetry
WINTER OAKS, by ELEANOR G. R. YOUNG
First Line: Oh, winter oaks, you give me courage
Last Line: Spring's miracle so well?
Subject(s): Oak Trees; Snow; Winter
First Line: Oh, winter oaks, you give me courage
Last Line: Spring's miracle so well?
Subject(s): Oak Trees; Snow; Winter
Oh, winter oaks, you give me courage—
You who prate not at all
Of Future loveliness,
You, who rest tranquil and serene
Clad in your dull, grey garb,
Boasting no distant beauty,
Simply content to be obedient
To today's demand!
In such a little while
Your tight, dark buds
Will answer the sun's call
And burst into rich leaf,
Then you will wear a regal loveliness,
But, for today, you are quite satisfied
To stand there stark and gaunt.
Is it, oh, winter oaks,
Because you know
Spring's miracle so well?
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