pinetree
despite its stillness the pinetree manages to dance.
its arms stretch out,
thin and rigid,
ardently asserting I am.
looking at this one I’m overcome with strangeness:
slanted on a mountain peak
it reaches out into the darkening night,
as if awaiting to spar with the moon.
~from HelloPoetry.com
Simon Pearce– inspired by Vermont Evergreens.
Arte Italica Natale
Natale is the festive collection to entertain through the winter season. Berries and pine boughs surround the snowy evergreens. The Natale Square Plate is perfect for serving tasty treats, or cookies for Santa. Pair the collection with pewter or some of Arte Italica’s new pieces. Hand made in Italy.
Recipe of the week
Pine Needle Tea 