A Silent Night, a Holy Night

The sun has set and the shadows fled
The feathered flocks flown to their nest
Weary men after the day’s toil and care
Are back home for sleep and rest

No bird sings and no beast strays
No tramp wanders and no lights shimmer
Silence rules and peace prevails
The sky is clear and the stars do glimmer

Buds unfold in shady glades
A sweet aroma pervades the air
Fluttering leaves sing a lullaby
And glow worms reel on wings of fire

Birds and beasts, in Nature’s bosom rest
Babies nap cuddling to their mothers tight
Tired men stretch out under quilts for ease
The world, asleep with dreams sweet and bright

It's a brief interlude from all angry strife
A time of farewell to all frivolous conceits
A holy night to bury our woes 
And a God sent time to ease our spirits!

Placed First in the Contest.
29 Dec. 2021
Strand No.1042 Poetry Contest
Sponsor- Brian Strand
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Marcum Wong Avatar
December 30, 2021 at 5:24 AM
Enchanting and peaceful beauty expressed exquisitely Valsa. Congratulations on your wonderful first place win. New year blessings xxoo
Buhagiar Avatar
December 30, 2021 at 2:25 AM
Congrats on your win. Your poem is so delicate, soothing and tranquil. Your poetry is always beautiful. Wishing you a Happy New Year, my friend.
Boles Avatar
December 29, 2021 at 10:06 PM
Even in the darkest spaces of night, your story defines, soothes, and sparkles! You've written another 'BEAUTY', Valsa!!...ab
Wolf Avatar
December 29, 2021 at 8:48 PM
Gee, keep writing these. It's comforting to read them -- a buffer against the stormy world we live in. Lovely penned, Valsa! :) gw
Brown Avatar
December 29, 2021 at 2:53 PM
Congratulations on your win, Valsa. You did an excellent job telling the story. Beautiful pen......Debra
Goldsmith Avatar
December 29, 2021 at 12:53 PM
Congratulations on your win. What a beautiful story/write. Have a blessed day and New Year 2022...........
Leffanta Avatar
December 29, 2021 at 10:31 AM
Some should try your poem instead of a sedative . . . . Aloha!
Callus Avatar
December 29, 2021 at 9:05 AM
You paint lovely images, Valsa, and one can feel the serenity of that silent holy night. ~ Best regards // paul
Poet Avatar
December 29, 2021 at 8:57 AM
Valsa, Your poem has a peaceful tone that I noted restful. You depict a tranquil evening filled with lyrical metaphors that are relaxing. Your final verse truly catches the essence of the night: the holiness of the night!
Delaney Avatar
December 29, 2021 at 7:13 AM
A lovely peaceful poem. Congratulatiions. This could be sung as a lullaby. Best, SuZ
Alex Avatar
December 29, 2021 at 6:25 AM
Wonderful work. Not very easy to win in Strand contest. Congratulations!
Pandit Avatar
December 29, 2021 at 5:38 AM
Enjoyed the peaceful tone of your poem, Valsa. A serene night you describe, with eloquent images that offer comfort. Your ending stanza sums it up--the holiness of the night!
George Avatar
December 29, 2021 at 6:06 AM
Peace is something so much needed in our strife ridden world. So I try to disseminate the vibes of peace ! Much gratitude Vijay !
Cunningham Avatar
December 29, 2021 at 3:03 AM
You paint a very tranquil scene Valsa, good luck in the contest. Hope your week is going well. Tom
George Avatar
December 29, 2021 at 6:04 AM
Thanks a lot Tom ! Wish you peace and joy in the new Year !
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