Joy Is On the Way

Under heavy robes of red
and a beard of snowy gray,
worn boots carry him on
...for joy is on the way

A warm smile endures the cold
no blizzard could take away,
the heart of this jolly man
...when joy is on the way

Trinkets to be delivered
before the break of day,
meant to gladden everyone
...since joy is on the way

Brings to us something lost
our happiness gone astray,
returns again this time of year
...as joy is on the way

Spreading cheer over miles
whether on foot or by sleigh,
Christmas magic finds us all
...and joy is on the way!
Copyright © | Year Posted 2019

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Marcum Wong Avatar
January 8, 2020 at 6:14 PM
I love the joy found with in this poem Kelly! From beginning to end it filled my heart with joy! A FAVE for me Kelly. Bravo! Perfect repetition of your last line which makes a wonderful impact! xxoo
Deschler Avatar
February 17, 2020 at 1:59 PM
I'm so glad you found joy in reading this poem, Connie, it was a joy for me to write! Thank you for making this one a favorite :)
Peterson Avatar
December 24, 2019 at 7:55 PM
You have found this lovely style of repetition that characterizes your poetry, regardless of form. I would fancy the reader, no matter the depth of their cynical nature, the irrepressible desire to run up and hug the man and whisper in his ear, "I love you, Santa."
Deschler Avatar
February 15, 2020 at 1:37 PM
Thank you once again for taking the time to read and comment so kindly on my work. I appreciate that very much Mark...and yes I do think that many more adults still believe in Santa Claus than we realize :)
Horsman Avatar
December 19, 2019 at 2:26 AM
What a wonderful positive poem this is, Kelly, Happy Christmas and holiday to you, and everyone you love...
Deschler Avatar
February 10, 2020 at 5:29 PM
Thank you so much... I hope this past holiday season was a wonderful one for you as well Harry :)
Green Avatar
December 18, 2019 at 7:23 AM
A wonderful rhythm flows through this happy holiday poem. Nicely done Kelly
Deschler Avatar
February 1, 2020 at 8:52 PM
Thank you Chris. I very much appreciate your kind comments, as always :)
Gondolf Avatar
December 14, 2019 at 12:15 PM
Your warm poem makes my heart smile, Kelly, for joy is on the way. Merry Christmas my friend! Hugs, John
Deschler Avatar
February 1, 2020 at 8:38 PM
Thank you so very much my friend. I hope your holiday season was a pleasant one too!! Hugs :)
Krutsinger Avatar
December 14, 2019 at 4:46 AM
A gorgeous Christmas Quatrain! Wow! Wonderful job, Kelly. Santa sounds so real.
Deschler Avatar
February 1, 2020 at 8:27 PM
Thank you so very much Caren ... I appreciate your kind comments, as always :)
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