To Hear the Bells

Do you hear the bells They are ringing with all their might When it is Christmas time On a hot Australian night Do you see the jolly fellow Whose face is as red as his suit Who comes when the bells are calling now For the children to wonder how This time of the year is so magical Even when the snow does not fall For Christmas in Australia is always hot We wear board shorts and flip flops Families all gather at the beach and pool Whilst Santa’s sleigh is pulled by boomers all Christmas in the sun Is made for living large and having fun. © Paul Warren Poetry