Let Me Take You By the Hand

Let me take you by the hand, to St.Albans Abbey. At the far end of the lantern- lit cobbled alley. There's the Pines and Needles Christmas market, and a magic garden . Yuletide trees and Holly Wreaths, A festive foliage with plenty of treats. Mixed spiced scents of boiled apples' fruit cider, A wafting aroma of roasted chestnuts fill the air, Savoured sweetness of hot red mulled wine A Christmas Spirit,A Midnight Hymn. Sizzling sausages on this night of bliss Beneath a mistletoe, a chocolate-dipped shared kiss. In each stall, sixty in all, Hand-made decorations carved on a wooden floor. A Jesus'Grotto , a reindeer,and santa clause. Wrought-iron boxes, "Put in a penny for a good cause." A carousel, and a merry-go-round, A giant tea-cup, a trumpeter's sound. Children singing carols by candlelight , in the loggia gallery,a star shines bright. Skates on ice, a paradise . Dancing in the late rain, wearing a hundred smiles. In the oldest British pub as the fire dies , last embers glow, Cheeks touch,lips brush, The winds softly blow on St.Alban's winter snow.
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Callus Avatar
January 2, 2017 at 1:53 PM
Aww you wax lyrical, Charm! A rhapsodic deliverance of deep personal emotions and observations. You should travel more often, considering that your muse enjoys the experience:) A fav! Regards // paul
Smith-Johnsen Avatar
December 27, 2016 at 3:12 AM
I am WOW-ed again. You make me want to go there. Your talent continues to paint beautiful images in the mind while touching the heart with love. Very nice.
Lamoureux Avatar
December 23, 2016 at 8:56 AM
This put me in a Christmas state of mind. Merry Christmas Charmaine, you are a dear soul.
Salehi Avatar
December 21, 2016 at 2:15 PM
Great Poem for the season... Merry Christmas and happy new year... Pashang
Vaso Avatar
December 21, 2016 at 12:19 AM
I wish one day to have such a hand, lovely poem! Hugs! and Merry Christmas!!
Green Avatar
December 20, 2016 at 2:46 PM
You had me a "chocolate dipped kiss" Such an amazing, festive and beautifully penned holiday poem my friend. This one had everything one would need to celebrate the season. I felt as I were there reading this today. I especially loved the repeating stanzas. Really nice and a happy feeling piece.
Sheehan Avatar
December 20, 2016 at 1:09 PM
Excellent poem. It really captures the spirit of Christmas.
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December 20, 2016 at 12:25 PM
Charmaine, the flow is wonderful. I like the hint of alliteration and the beauty of magic... A 7 ... so happy to read. LINDA
Leake Avatar
December 20, 2016 at 12:22 PM
This does sound very refreshing for christmas Charmaine, A beautiful song full of wonders and delicious treats, really enjoyed it!! Have a lovely Christmas Best Wishes Kevin
Smith Avatar
December 20, 2016 at 9:57 AM
Very romantic Charma. You describe such a fantastic sight...Wish I could visit
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