Lounging in front of the fire
attempting to fill the tedium of a winter day
observing the optics of the flames
admiring the manner which they sway
In a flurry
as having a life of its own
each flame expresses colors
magnifying under a dome
In the crackles of each flame
reflects the color blue
then comes yellow
finishing with an orange hue
Feeling relaxed
listening to the sounds
soft crackles escaping
not earthbound
Drifting with the smoke
my spirit rises
into a peaceful dream
over the horizon
A winter day
riding the wind
warm and cozy
creating peace within
copyright 2023 Debbie Pierce
Piper's Adventures 
To some people, building a fire is where it’s at,
but for others, it affords opportunities to gaze.
As for gathering wood, I am not really for that.
I just want to stay warm and toasty, near the blaze.
Love this. I agree. Thanks for sharing. Have a wonderful day!
What a cozy scene and poem 🙂
Thank you. Watching a fire in a fireplace is so cozy and helps on winter days. Thanks for reading. Have a wonderful day!
I enjoyed hearing as well as reading Debbie. The fourth stanza is my favourite. Thanks for joining in 🙂 🙂
Thank you. The audio has been fun to record. There is something so comforting about sitting in front of a fire. Thanks for reading. Have a wonderful day!
I like the crackle and gaze. And the doze……
I agree that the crackle , gaze, and doze are the best parts of the fire. Thanks for reading. Have a wonderful day!