Signs Of Spring

Long walks to go have dinner
Lots of runners seen along the road
Friends talk of patios
And desserts are offered a la mode

Temperature stays above zero and
Two single friends are now dating
Flowers in my garden bloom
Toronto rinks close their skating

Less are taking Toronto transit
Instead will bike or walk
People put away winter coats
Swans are at Long Point by the flock

And it becomes the perfect time
For me write a really bad rhyme!
 
-- Christine Sweeton, 2013