Festive VerseHoliday Cheer
For the Holiday Reflections in Verse Challenge
Deck the Norway Spruce with frosted baubles, as they catch the lights;
Our minds fixed on festivity when the carols sing low;
What a white world outside, snow flake mid flight;
Hot chocolate in hand where the marshmallows float.
*
There are times near the screen where we live through someoneโs eyes,
A lesson in disguise willing us to be the best we can;
We fall in love with time and the gifts we want to buy;
Our tongue relates to taste, and in our minds, our speech, gives pran.
*
The eggnog: the turkey, the tasty Christmas pudding!
The sweat: the tears, the rush to make things perfect;
But in times of gaiety, poinsettia blush in painting;
A weather that forms its beauty, green to red, thereโs no light so we reflect.
*
Give back to the beauty of the changing season,
Gifts and cheer never looked for a reason.
A/N: Thank you so much for giving me both your time and attention, it is worth far more than rubies ๐โฅ๏ธโ๏ธ๐ฒ๐ ๐คถ
About the Creator
Caitlin Charlton
Noir Writer & Close Reader. Spotting the elements of Eloquence.
Survivor. Reclaiming my own territory.
Let us read each other and leave the page free. ๐๏ธ๐ฅ๐
Reader insights
Outstanding
Excellent work. Looking forward to reading more!
Top insights
Compelling and original writing
Creative use of language & vocab
Excellent storytelling
Original narrative & well developed characters
Expert insights and opinions
Arguments were carefully researched and presented
Eye opening
Niche topic & fresh perspectives
Heartfelt and relatable
The story invoked strong personal emotions
On-point and relevant
Writing reflected the title & theme
Keep reading
More stories from Caitlin Charlton and writers in Poets and other communities.
Comments (9)
oh, you are getting me ready for the season....I can hardly wait.
Good job on this one and sharing your memories in a creative way.
WOW!!! Outstanding ๐ This reminds me that the festive season is around..how u doing my friend
Beautiful poemโฅ๏ธ ๐โค๏ธ๐
Loved the joy threaded through this one! I've never had eggnog but you've definitely made me want to try it!
Love this Poem , makes me happy and hungry. Happy holidays everyone.
Your poem is tasty! The message of joy is very important, the spreading of love makes life colourful ๐ You nailed it โจ
Save me some of that hot chocolate hehehehehe. Loved your poem!
Woahh! Caitlin, What a merry little poem! Itโs like sipping hot cocoa by the fireโfull of festive vibes, snowy scenes, and a dash of Christmas cheer. Love how it mixes holiday hustle with heartwarming reminders to spread joy. ๐ Pure holiday coziness!โจ