Sunday, December 16, 2007

I Remember Christmas

I remember snow at Christmas
Frost on the window
Icicles on the barn
Wading through slush in the driveway
There was a chill in the air
Filled with the scents of pine
And freshly baked cookies

I remember lights at Christmas
Glistening with the colors of the rainbow
Brightening trees, homes, shrubs,
windows, doors
Reflecting in eyeglasses, windows
and frozen ponds.

I remember crying at Christmas
Crying with joy at family reunions
Thrilling at wonderful gifts and
Marvelous meals
Crying in sorrow for family members
Who are not here this year
Sorrow for children with nothing to celebrate
Sorrow for families who do not know how to celebrate
Sorrow for families who do not know to celebrate

I remember Christmas.

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