Silent Night

Labors of the day complete Greenery, reddery, goldery Tinsling tabletop and tree Fine china and linens, crystal and silver Await the morrow's festivities Aglow in the simple warmth of the Christ candle A light in the darkness Gently illuminating nutmeggy, clovish, sage-scented air Highlighting crisp echoes of rustling wrapping paper Recently stored with care 'til next year In the quiet in the hush the light shines foolish idealistic flickering yet unwavering inspiring hope and once in a while a glimmer of faith in the power of goodness compassion justice and belief that they do prevail...