Enduring, pervading, persistent, prolonged

Yet not permanent
Prevailing, encompassing, surrounding,
Sustained
Yet not forever
Merely a season
Passing, changing, quickening
Till he brings forth
Spring,
Though she may tarry
Let her come
Like a bride sweeping to her beloved
Casting all else aside
Determined, focussed, assured
Of his love

Not looking back to the
Bare, stark darkness of
Winter, now
Passing, depleted, defeated
Suppressed
Giving way to warmth
New growth, new life
Vibrant colours of his
Successor
Proud in her coming
Majestic, appealing, awe-inspiring
Yet gentle, meek
Awaited, now welcome
Closing the door, once more to
Winter