Carolers

Lacy snow crystals like a cozy duvet
Cover the ground in winter splendor,
I hear the Christmas carols as they play
On my front lawn, carolers; I will render
Hot chocolate from a local vendor.

written December 11, 2021
especially for "Winter Quintain" poetry contest
sponsored by Francine Roberts
Copyright © | Year Posted 2021

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Krutsinger Avatar
December 12, 2021 at 4:57 PM
Ahhh so beautifully penned.
Hankins Avatar
December 12, 2021 at 5:27 PM
Thanks, Caren. I love good hot chocolate when it's cold outside, so I think they do, too!
Baker Avatar
December 11, 2021 at 12:33 PM
Good imagery and alliteration Milt. Have a good day! Bill
Hankins Avatar
December 11, 2021 at 12:44 PM
Thanks a lot, Bill. You, too.
Gentile Avatar
December 11, 2021 at 5:55 AM
Such a seasonal delight to read this is Milton! A familiar and comforting scene this is, a wonderful entry!! Good luck!!
Hankins Avatar
December 11, 2021 at 8:00 AM
Thanks, Mike. We'll see. I do love to hear the carolers.
Cunningham Avatar
December 11, 2021 at 3:22 AM
A delightful Christmas scene you've painted with your words Milton. Enjoy your weekend. Tom
Hankins Avatar
December 11, 2021 at 8:00 AM
Thanks, Tom. Have a cup of hot chocolate on me. Then, burst out in a Christmas carol. Will do good for your soul!
Child Avatar
December 11, 2021 at 2:56 AM
I’m a wassailer from way back but my wassailing days are over. No one ever offered me hot chocolate but I’ve had many a shot and many a beer. This takes me back.
Hankins Avatar
December 11, 2021 at 8:00 AM
Thanks so much, Voodoo Child. Give it a go this season. The hot chocolate alone is worth it!
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