Christmas Glow, Glow, Gone

Hang onto the hem of this Christmas day
it goes past so fast 
and is now
a whole 'nother year away

This day of Christmas celebration is
winding down
the golden, honey sun has traversed
the sky, heading
horizon wise...
bellies are full,
presents all disclosed and
flashy merriment loud
and laughy, turns now
to soft-glow candles lit, 
hugs and easy chairs,
soft smiles and television
parade and
ice skating
specials!

The warmth, the love, the mistletoe..
the food, the family, the fun
too soon do go!
The twinkly lights, presents and tree
and not one car on the road as far
as I can see!
No siren sounds, no horns do blow
just soft-sparkle Christmas lights
reflected off the snow.....
had so much fun,
I just hate to see it go!
Copyright © | Year Posted 2014

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Sietesantos Avatar
December 31, 2014 at 1:45 PM
This is such an excellent write reflecting the joy and happiness derived from this wonderful season - something that we want to hang on to all year long! Bravo, Lesley! Warmest regards. Pandita.
Allison Avatar
December 29, 2014 at 12:07 PM
wonderful festive write with precious memories - i will never forget this one as it will be my dad's last so i guess next Christmas will be emotional:-( Hugs Jan xx
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