The firelight,
Eye’s delight,
Rest upon a pudding made with plum.
Holiday cheer,
Christmas is near,
Putting smiles on faces glum.
Mistletoe,
Love will grow,
In hearts dressed for love.
A tree bright,
Lights delight,
An angel peers down from above.
Cookies sweet,
What a treat,
When served with beverages festive.
Fire’s warming,
Friends charming,
With nary a soul that’s restive.
Choirs sing,
Bells that ring,
A service of children’s design.
Christ is near,
Source of cheer,
In a manger of another time.
Copyright 2011, John Paul Mueller