Merry Solstice Bells

Sung to the tune of "Winter Wonderland"

Merry Solstice Bells

Deck the halls, hang some holly
‘Cause it’s time for sport and folly
Winter is here
Let’s be of good cheer
Ringing out the Merry Solstice Bells

Gather ‘round the blazing fire
Tell the wind what you desire
Dancing with glee
While trimming a tree
Ringing out the Merry Solstice Bells

We will go a-wassailing together
Wishing everyone we meet much joy
Rosy cheeked, we don’t mind the weather
Singing now for every girl and boy

Even though it is snowin’
Still our hearts are a-glowin’
The stars shine so bright
On this happy night
Ringing out the Merry Solstice Bells

A beautiful evening in December
Drinking cider, mulled wine and beer
Let’s toast to the sun’s dying ember
Knowing that it soon will reappear 

Even though it’s so cold dear
Say goodbye to the old year
The best’s yet to come
Play the fife, beat a drum
Ringing out the Merry Solstice Bells

For Deborah Guzzi's Holiday Songs in Poem Form contest
Copyright © | Year Posted 2009

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Dietrich Avatar
January 8, 2010 at 11:36 PM
Awesome rhythm and rhyme sublime! Love that in a poem. I was singing it until last two stanzas. I think that may be the bridge to the song but I forgot how it went. haha. Very GOOD! thanks for your comments on mine. Andrea ps. I sure found another good poet on here!
Sweetheart Avatar
December 21, 2009 at 11:42 AM
Thankxxx Corinne for your blog comment on the member contest input for a new contest for 2010 .. am taking all suggestions into consideration ... possibly merge all the ides together... that would be challenging... blessings... luv... congrats for your accomplishments... happy holiday... Linda-Marie..
Strand Avatar
December 15, 2009 at 11:31 PM
Thank you for your welcome blog comments today Corinne.Rgds Brian
Freeman Avatar
December 15, 2009 at 6:05 PM
Congratulations Corinne on your win, Sincerely, Love, Moses
Sweetheart Avatar
December 15, 2009 at 6:01 AM
Thankxxx for your blog comment Corinne .. football is in my blood but my sister is exactly like u.. never watched a game and never cares to ... great comment .. enjoyed your input... Linda-Marie...
George   Avatar
December 15, 2009 at 1:49 AM
Dear Corrine, Congratulations on your win in Debbie's contest. Love, Lainie
Guzzi Avatar
December 14, 2009 at 12:41 PM
Blessed Be! I seem to have a pop up blocker and couldn't hear the singing POUT Light & Love
Clark Avatar
December 14, 2009 at 9:52 AM
Absolutely delightful! Congradulations Corrine! Great job! Happy Holidays Jeralynn
Devonshire Avatar
December 14, 2009 at 8:25 AM
Congratulations on your win in Deborah's contest, Corinne. Well done! Love, carolyn
Strand Avatar
December 14, 2009 at 8:03 AM
Congrats on your success in Debbie's contest Corinne.Rgds Brian
Sweetheart Avatar
December 13, 2009 at 8:31 AM
By the way, my entry for Deb's contest is A Glorious December sung to Silent Night, Holy Night... enjoy.. as I have so enjoyed..
Sweetheart Avatar
December 13, 2009 at 8:30 AM
Well I am still singing your lovely rousing tribute song to this holiday... good luck in the contest... great choice Corinne ... great words and flow of them to the melody.. a sure winner... thankxxx for enjoying GYM-NASTIES.. Jared still has to write the Subconscious HIM for the ending... thankxxx for your comments on it as we meant it to be passionate and lusty and I know his ending will be ... happy Sunday... blessings.. luv... Linda-Marie.. "Sweetheart" of Poetry Soup
Pickett Avatar
December 12, 2009 at 6:31 AM
Good luck in the contest...I'm there with you..The flow was excellent.. Taz
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