Sledding down a snowy hill
Laughing at the daring thrill
Skating on the frozen creek
Eating icicles that we sneak



Throwing snowballs that go "splat!"
Bundled up, we all look fat
Toes and fingers turning blue
Warming up when we are through



Making snowmen jolly and fat
Leaving butt prints where we sat
Siblings enjoying winter fun
Christmas season just begun



Decorating with twinkling lights
Chattering teeth on chilly nights
By the fire, marshmallows toast
On the hearth, sweet chestnuts roast



Getting ready for Santa Claus
Hoof prints left by reindeer paws
Ribboned packages under the tree
Hoping the biggest one's for me



Sneaking goodies that Mommy makes
Careful to avoid Grandma's fruitcakes
Holly and candles all through the house
Christmas Eve, being quiet as a mouse



Joyous in this wonderful season
Knowing that Jesus is the reason
Celebrating the Christ child's birth
From every corner of the Earth



Family gathered on Christmas Day
Bellies full, and it's out to play
Never tiring of winter fun
Soon, a new year has begun



Alone now, watching old movie clips
Refreshing a memory that sometimes slips
Recalling happy times, oh so grand
From a long-ago winter wonderland



Kathleen McCoy Eldridge©
November 2, 2007
All Rights Reserved

         

Snow Effect by Craig Blanchette
Courtesy of Dynamic Drive

Winter Wonderland
Christmas at Midnight Midis