Joys of a Christmas Past

On that Blessed Christmas morn, 
we watched with great delight one 
of nature’s finest shows,
Streets were being covered by the 
silent falling of pure fluffy snow,
Evergreen were decorated with strings 
of twinkling lights,
They shimmered like stars, illuminating 
the night.

Around the Christmas tree, the laughter 
of children full of excitement and joy,
Busy exchanging and opening gifts 
of sweets and Santa’s toys,
Family and Friends happily sat beside 
each other,
Sipping warm cocoa and homemade 
wine without a care or a bother.

And on the festive table, a humble feast
 was laid, a place and plate for all,
Of various foods that tradition calls,
Moments like these are treasures found,
In the company of loved ones, just being 
around.

Gathered by the fire carols, we softly 
sang,
Wrapping us in hope, they did bring,
Each note, a gentle reminder,
Binding us with warmth and love,
keeping us together.

And as the warmth from the hearth 
neared its end, a touch of sadness 
entered the heart,
So let’s cherish such moments, as 
Christmas Day will surely depart, 
And so in prayers, let’s whisper a 
multitude of thanks and seeds of 
wishes continue to sow,
For all around the world, peace and 
love, to spread and grow.




By Zyrool
Copyright © | Year Posted 2024

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Ashley Avatar
December 29, 2024 at 11:42 AM
Dear Zyrool, the beauty of your nostalgic emotion and imagery brought me to the center of this idyllic Christmas scene with ease. Your last stanza is deeply touching, filled with gratitude and a heartfelt plea "For all around the world, peace and / love, to spread and grow." Yes, let's all whisper prayers for world fruition of "peace and love". Warmest wishes for a wonderful new year my poet friend.. ~Susan
Gifford Avatar
December 29, 2024 at 4:41 PM
Hello Susan, thank you so much for your beautiful words, they sure did lift my mood. Sending you the Lord’s Blessings and wishing you a fabulous New Year, my new friend. Xxx
Greenhough Avatar
December 18, 2024 at 9:28 PM
This is a poem to gladden the Christmas season. It was uplifting to my spirit to read it.
Gifford Avatar
December 19, 2024 at 12:27 AM
Seeing your comment made me happy, Hilda. glad you found it uplifting. Sending Blessings and wishing you a wonderful time over the Christmas holidays, my dear friend. Christmas Hugs.
One Avatar
December 17, 2024 at 11:52 PM
A lovely nostalgic poem...You wrote it so well..
Gifford Avatar
December 18, 2024 at 3:22 AM
Thank you so much, Silent.Means a lot. Sending Blessings and wishing you a Happy time over the Christmas holidays, my friend.
Hind Avatar
December 16, 2024 at 9:10 AM
Lovely poetry - it's good to have those memories
Gifford Avatar
December 16, 2024 at 10:34 AM
Thank you for the read and your kind words, Paige. That was a family and friends reunion time just before Covid. Stay Blessed.
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December 16, 2024 at 3:26 AM
Lovely memories of a Christmas past Zyrool, a poetic gift… Beryl
Gifford Avatar
December 16, 2024 at 5:27 AM
Thank you so much for your beautiful comment, Beryl. Wishing you a fabulous new week ahead and a great time during the Christmas holidays, my friend. Stay Blessed.
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