Christmas Markets

How I love this time of year When Christmas markets beckon! All major cities have them And some small towns, too, I reckon. The festive booths display their wares, A lot of them hand-crafted, Their quality assuring you That no, you won’t get shafted. From jewelry (my favorite) To ceramics, hats and leather, The dealers ply their products In whatever kind of weather. For now’s the time that people buy – The ornaments and mittens And toys and t-shirts, socks and mugs Adorned with pups or kittens. Of course, there’s hot mulled cider Paired with donuts, for such offers Keep shoppers warm and cozy, Tempting them to fill the coffers. Today I splurged on earrings Though I’m often quite contented To just browse and see what’s out there, All so very well-presented!