Snowflakes tumbling to the ground
Covering the Earth without a sound
Rainbow lights glowing in the night
Flames dancing in a fireplace bright



Sweet cherub faces all aglow
List'ning for Santa's "Ho, Ho, Ho!"
Gifts all wrapped and 'neath the tree
The pine smell lingering pleasantly



Christmas goodies, spicy and sweet
Tempt our taste buds for a treat
Family gathered from far and near
Filling the house with holiday cheer



Stars shining brightly in the sky
Portend that Christmas day is nigh
A time to celebrate and share
Missing those who cannot be there



Church bells ringing loud and clear
Choirs singing of a Babe so dear
Celebrating the Christ child's birth
Blessings sound all 'round the Earth



The house so silent, the night so still
Memories recalling against my will
Looking 'round the room, I suddenly find
Fond Christmas wishes dwell in my mind



Kathleen McCoy Eldridge©
December 19, 2006
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