See them twinkle in the twilight
feel their warmth at the dawn
just a blink and it's over
one more moment and it's gone
children wonder in amazement
eyes aglow with joyful magic
hearts are full with company
so joyous and so tragic
that it can not be for eternity
this distraction is it helpful
or just another coping strategy
As I spend another year hoping
this with be the christmas without end
Missing people around the table
missing something I cannot see
As I look up all around me
The lights flicker and one more burns out
Is this real or is it in us?
The Christmas spirit lights no more
About the Creator
Raine Fielder
Raine has been writing poetry since she was in seventh grade. She has written several poems, song lyrics, short stories and eight books. Writing is her main purpose.
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Great entry.
This was so poignant. Sending you lots of love and hugs ❤️