December


Daylight time is short on these cold days— 
Each, a harbinger of New Year's joys.
Calendars display their final pages.
Eager kids descend on Christmas toys.
Mirth dispels ill will and smiles are shared.
Blessings have been many, this we know.
Every moment should be cherished now; let's
Reminisce and watch the drifting snow.
　


　
　
I Love Christmastime


I love the sights of Christmastime 
from manger scenes to mistletoe. 
Sweet, joyous sounds pervade the air 
from "Praise the Lord" to "HO HO HO!" 

I give to those who are in need, 
for God says, "Love your fellowman." 
Then when I shop for family, 
I buy them every gift I can. 

The carolers and choirs perform 
"O Holy Night" and "We Three Kings," 
while celebrants in livingrooms 
sing tunes about what Santa brings. 

A prayer precedes our Christmas feast; 
the smorgasbord brings great delight. 
The kids soon snuggle near the fire 
enrapt as Dad starts, "'Twas the Night." 

This season is a splendid time 
that bears a special, holy name, 
so as I'm singing "Jingle Bells," 
I won't forget why Jesus came.