My Christmas Eve Wish

It's finally quiet...

Tree is trimmed,

Lights are bright;

Christmas Eve's this night.

Snow's finished falling,

Orion shines south,

chimney smoke rises,

I see breath from my mouth.

I remember family...

Mother, Father,

all my brothers; and my
dear sisters passed...

I'm graciously blessed

with my own family, my children, 
and friends, in my life's
poetic present and past.

Looking back, I see my

life's gifts and blessings;

love's missed, and love's mistaken,
and the love's I've given and taken.

I'm grateful for blessings 

we receive; yet, I sigh softly

for our dearth of God's regard,
and our lack of joyful attaining...

Great blessings from God...

I stand all amazed! 

So, God, I promise to recognize

Christmas Eve's purpose...

Please, remember to remember,
my friends... Let's give love

and help all to hold dear tomorrow's
real reason, which is so clear...

Please, give love and receive...

It's the best day of the year!
But, tonight my friends,
it's Christmas Eve...
 

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