Starkly flat, featureless views

Only your silhouette to snag the breeze

Greys and whites are the only hues

Joggers encouraging each other with eager ease

Smiling strangers nodding hello to all

Simple courtesies abound with no expectation

Curious customs more than a drawl

A pickle or bacon garnish a morning libation

All lovingly combining, consecrating with zings

And by a heartfelt, joyous warming of the rings!