As I was putting up my tree
and setting out the Nativity
I saw a spark of light appear
and swoop around, then disappear.

It baffled me and so I tried
to figure out the what and why;
but out the window could only see
snow and stars and shadowed trees.

So shrugged my shoulders, and reached for the box,
to find more figures - kings and ox.
Again a spark of light glowed bright
as I lifted the angel to her special site.

Her wings seemed to shine
with a light so divine
and I heard a glad hum
and heard words being sung

The hymn she was singing
spoke of new beginnings
an end to the headaches
of my fear-induced stomachaches.

I gazed then in wonder
at the Child in the manger
and said "Happy Birthday,
and thank You for Christmas.

For loving and laughter
and joy even after
the long night of journey
of searching and yearning."

The angel's wings shimmered
My heart felt a glimmer
of hope and sweet sprinkles
as light in me twinkled.


New words: caramel, lamplight, window, garland