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Freezing Rain
I heard the winter rain
Sounding like thunder on the roof
Startling me from my slumber
And I drug myself from my warm cocoon
And trudged off to face the weather and the day
Looking back longingly at you still sleeping
And I opened the door
and the shock of cold air
Stole my breath away
I tried to open the car door
found it frozen shut
Felt the frustration mount
Flew back inside to shake you awake
And you came to my aid
My aging knight in shining armor
Patiently pouring hot water cup by cup
Until the door seemed to magically open
And I drove off in the frozen dawn
Seeing you wave goodbye to me in the rear view mirror
And my heart filled with love
And my heart filled with gratitude
Seeing you there watching me leave
Making sure I was safe
In the aftermath of freezing rain
