I stepped out and I fell in
The ledge I trusted was too thin
I reached and got my fingers stepped on
I found out I was a pawn
I cannot show my pain to you
Since using others is all you do
But still it hurts me just the same
Like I’m the loser in your game
I see now how I was misled
And know what I will do instead
To let go of the pain I feel
And help the wounds recede and heal
Icy jewels along a winter river
Suspended mid-air on stalks that shiver
A precious treasure for the one who bends
To look in the place where the sidewalk ends
Smooth drops of glass molded to perfection
Shaping the world with swirling refraction
A kaleidoscope of hues that transcends
What’s left in the place where the sidewalk ends
Glitter sprinkled in the drab of winter
Catching the scarce rays of sun that splinter
A mystery of water and light that lends
The lure to the place where the sidewalk ends
A gift more impressive than royal jewels
Beautifully clothed from translucent spools
Waiting to share this great wonder with friends
Who now know the place where the sidewalk ends
The turning of a year
New number for each day
A new start now is here
Enter, find a way
The leaving of a year
Year full of joy and pain
So many hard things, fear
More victories won again
The starting of a year
New hope, new doors to find
Fresh slate of time appear
Leave harmful things behind
The ending of a year
So much to, thankful, say
It was worth every tear
To be right here today
Christmas is a lodge decked out in light
Twinkling on trees and wreaths so bright
Sit around the hearth fire at night
Christmas is a table set for four
Full of food, candles, festive décor
Gather round for holiday once more
Christmas is a hike through a winter wood
Tall trees have ice and storms withstood
Join in the laughter, all is good
Christmas is a porch view of the lake
Plein air painting, memories to make
Relax, breathe deep, and take a break
Christmas is a late night with family
Create a colorful Nativity
Come remember, be part of the story
Gather round the cozy fire
Mantle wreathed in points of light
Hearth, Nativity, and gifts
Treasure Christmas – what a sight
Laughter echoes all around
Christmas carols, sing along
Notes of hope and joy and love
Treasure Christmas – every song
Build a house of gingerbread
Sprinkles, icing, sticky cheer
Dinner cooking, all come round
Treasure Christmas – home is here
Twinkling lights glitter outside
Drifting snowflakes fill the air
Friends and family celebrate
Treasure Christmas – all we share
