The trees are still today
Denuded of leaves 
Seemingly apprehensive.
Squirrels gather nuts - 
Against the coming storm
The big freeze will fill
The hospitals.
People seek warmth
Seal windows
Door frames
Kicking against disease
Poverty: defences disintegrate
The cold seeps in.
Dogs neglected
Left to fend for themselves.
We begin not to recognize
Any common humanity 
Just competitors
Who eat, heat, suck up bread crumbs,
Try not to collapse or sob or grow old.
Can you save me from the coming war? . 
Will the lord command we have peace and food and heat?