The Inn Keeper

THE INN KEEPER The city was crowded with travelers, abound, Who had come from afar, to our little town; So many packed, the establishments nearby, On this, clear, perfect, starlit sky; A firm knock, came upon my door; My place could not hold, anymore; "Sir, we need a place to stay;" I had no more room, yet, I couldn't turn them away; This man and his woman, so expectant it appeared, I knew, her time was very near; So, I put them in the stable, beyond my abode; At least there was some comfort, out of the cold; Sometime, after midnight, before break of day, She delivered her child, then laid HIM in the hay; How bright in the night, the star then shined; Voices, from Heaven, suddenly combined; A feeling of peace, unlike I had ever known, Surrounded me, as if, I was before a throne! The things which happened after this event, Brought me more awareness; a loving content; Since that blessed, night long ago, Hope and Faith, have continued to grow; One day, I know, I'll see this child again, When I thank HIM, for coming to take away my sin! E. Self 2015