Sleighride

The frightful winter storm is o'er, now all is so serene. Mellow moonbeams now flood the wondrous wintry scene! The gaily-festooned sleigh glides silently o'er the pristine snow, Laden with festive revelers, their ruddy faces all aglow! The two svelte steeds trot rhythmically o'er snowy hill and dell. Sweet melodic tunes chime merrily from each tiny harness bell! Mom keeps hot cider flowing to fill each empty mug. Recalling days of yore, Dad slyly steals a kiss and hug! The kids urge Dad to make the horses go a little faster. "No" says he, "With drifts ahead we'd surely court disaster!" Candlight welcomes them to Grandma's house just beyond the bend! Boundless love and a roaring fire await them, on that they can depend! Robert L. Hinshaw, CMSgt, USAF, Retired © All Rights Reserved Placed No. 8 in Francine Roberts' "A Winter Couplet" Contest - November 2011