Ann Gilmour Poet Couplet

Christmas Tree

First Christmas without you, my dearest, my love
Cruelly taken too soon on the wings of a dove

How can I rejoice when my heart broke in two
Those memories still vivid of my last days with you

No holly, no ivy are decking the hall
No Christmas cards; no Christmas tree; nothing at all

Awakening early on this Christmas day morn
I watch the sun rising, for it’s just before dawn

The full moon is shining, like a beacon from afar
And very close to me there is a twinkling, silver star

I am pulled towards my garden as the dawn begins to break
And gently wipe sleep from my eyes; I need to be awake

The moon shines down so brightly, as if to celebrate
Illuminating my old Fir tree, adorned with snowflakes twinkling at me

I venture closer to my tree to witness tiny birds a fluttering
A nightingale perched on the top, a joyous song she’s uttering

I watch this magical scene unfold in wondrous disbelief
and dabbing tears of joy and love with my Christmas handkerchief

That twinkling, silver star is Venus; known as the Goddess of love
I feel your love enveloping me as she twinkles and sparkles above

For somehow Mother Nature has, in all her Christmassy glory 
Gifted me a happy end to my grief-stricken Christmas story


Written 10th December 2018

Competition: Christmas Tree
Sponsor: Shadow Hamilton
5th place in Premier Contest

Contest A BRIAN STRAND COUPLET
Sponsor Brian Strand
FIRST PLACE

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Kim Merryman July 29, 2021 at 8:26 PM A moving Christmas poem, Ann! Congrats on your win in Brian's contest! Blessings, Kim M Ann Gilmour August 3, 2021 at 8:05 AM Thank you so much dear Kim for your congrats and blessings. With kindest thoughts Ann xx

Sam Kauffman July 29, 2021 at 9:16 AM So inspiring and uplifting Ann. What a beautiful Christmas gift you opened that brought to you "a happy end." This is quite lovely and very tender. Congratulations! Ann Gilmour August 3, 2021 at 8:04 AM Aww Sam you have such a way with words they feel like a hug... with kindest thoughts and hugs Ann xx

Christuraj Alex July 29, 2021 at 3:54 AM A Beautifully created Couplet. Congratulations on your win! Ann Gilmour August 3, 2021 at 8:03 AM Dear Christuraj thank you my friend... with kindest thoughts Ann xx

Unseeking Seeker July 28, 2021 at 7:30 PM Touches the heart … deep emotions, gradually embracing life again. Congrats on your win, Ann! Ann Gilmour August 3, 2021 at 8:02 AM Thank you so much US so glad my words touched your heart my friend. With kindest thoughts Ann xx

Darlene De Beaulieu January 7, 2019 at 6:49 PM Hello Ann, when you lose a spouse Christmas is hard to celebrate. But it gets better as the years goes by. A lovely poem. have a nice evening my friend. Ann Gilmour January 7, 2019 at 7:14 PM Thank you so much Darlene for your comforting comments, yes my dear husband passed on the 27th December 2008, as you say, it does get better, but I still have my moments and wish he was still here. Kindest thoughts Ann xx

Carolyn Devonshire December 21, 2018 at 9:55 PM Ann, the tree you describe does seem to be a Christmas gift from a lost loved one. Imagine having turquoise Venus shining through the limbs as the beautiful birds adorn the tree like ornaments. A living tree! Congratulations on your win! Best wishes, Carolyn Ann Gilmour December 22, 2018 at 12:14 AM Yes that is a wonderful image Carolyn. Thanks for your congrats; sending you and your loved ones kindest Christmassy thoughts, Ann xx

Line Gauthier December 21, 2018 at 10:23 AM Lovely, Ann. A very touching poem. Congrats on your win. Ann Gilmour December 23, 2018 at 3:21 AM Thanks so much Line glad you liked it. Kindest Christmassy thoughts to you and your loved ones, Ann xx

Jan Allison December 20, 2018 at 2:13 PM Oh Ann this is so beautifully penned,such a touching take on the contest theme by finding beauty in nature at a sad time in one's life. Adding this gem to my faves:-) hugs Jan xx Ann Gilmour December 20, 2018 at 2:19 PM Oh thank you so much Jan for your wonderful comments, I do so appreciate them. Kindest Christmassy wishes to you and your loved ones from Ann xx

Janice Canerdy December 20, 2018 at 8:16 AM BEAUTIFUL poem, ANN! CONGRATS! Janice Ann Gilmour December 20, 2018 at 8:20 AM Thank you Janice, that is a lovely comment. Kindest Christmassy thoughts Ann xx

P.S. Awtry December 20, 2018 at 7:09 AM Congratulations! I can just see the tree decorated by nature, and love the idea of Venus shining on the top! well done :) Ann Gilmour December 20, 2018 at 8:05 AM Thank you PS for your lovely comments. During November & December in the UK and on clear mornings I have been witnessing the beauty of Venus, as it shines like the morning star in the East - it is stunning! Kindest Christmassy thoughts Ann xx

Heidi Sands December 20, 2018 at 5:43 AM Congratulations for your great win :) Ann Gilmour December 20, 2018 at 5:50 AM Thank you so much Heidi, I loved your poem too, congrats and sending you and your loved ones kindest Christmassy thoughts, Ann xx

Eve Roper December 13, 2018 at 6:37 PM Ann, great imagery of sadness and winter. Good luck in the contest.. Have a very Merry Christmas Ann Gilmour December 14, 2018 at 1:41 AM Thank you so much Eve for your lovely comments. Sending you and your loved ones lots of Christmassy wishes with kindest thoughts from Ann xx