The Star of David
The Star of David
I took a brisk hike on my street,
To meet with a few neighbors and
have eggnog and sumptuous treats.
What lovely lights sparkled in wine country,
everywhere!
Santa on Porches,reindeer galore,
Talking snowmen, said, "Hi, there!"
Wreaths on household doors.
I wrapped my wool scarf around my head..
Then I found something upon the
street, that upon which,I almost tread.
It was a red felt Star of David, lying
on the street.
Alone and cold, that starry night...
right in front of my feet!
I began to remember that Christ was a Jew.
So were Mary and Joseph, and
all the disciples, too.
I tried to remain tranquil and ponder.
Why these two great religions
seem so distant.
I simply hesistated and wondered,
It seemed terribly sad to me.
Because we all, indeed are family!
And to me Christ is Jewish,
Though many will get angry and
call me stupid and foolish.
When Jews got murdered as in
New Jersey lately,
Why all the hush to not see how
hateful, I pray thee!
I could not leave that lonely star
there, so of course it came home
with me.
I put the Star of David in a frame
in my home.
I remembered the flames of the
Holocaust.
And though, Christmas for us is
a time of peace
The attacks on Israel and Jews,
never cease.
December 16, 2019
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