Wassailing we will go

Sleigh bells Jingle as we ride in a

 

one horse open sleigh... 

where snow falls softly as a song.   

Children skating on frozen ponds  

where Swans would glide... 

in Summertime Operettes.  

A blessed world of Minuets and music 

17th century dance in three-quarters time... 

 

Wassailing we will go.  

Reviews

[Gee]

Good morning. Had to Google " wassailing" Once done brought back memories, happy long ago memories, of trying to scrounge money by knocking doors and Carol singing, this often fruitless and us sent packing with "clear off" ringing in our lugs.
Merry Christmas Patricia

[Patricia Wedel]

dear Gee... sometimes we had to “Sing” for our “dinner” was an expression...
Merry Christmas.. and good tidings.
Happy ew Year. Pat

[‘Thoughts In Time..]

Oh a beautiful time of year...joy happiness and love all around...and warm hearts to brighten the days..🌹

[Patricia Wedel]

dearest Kelly... so sweet to have your review. I have really missed having a generous snowfall this year;
however, we so far have been spared a lot of shoveling and driving in the Snow. Now in early March of 2020, we have some trees with gorgeous orchid like bloddomd in Virginia, USA. I must discover the exact name of this tree. Usually it is at least early May before most trees blossom. May your Spring bring the best blossoms ever. truly, Pat

[Patricia Wedel]

We have trees in bloom with orchid-like blossoms...
(silly typos above). Pat

[Thomas Fitzgerald]

Quick and without breath, a promising piece, one to re-read again and again.

[Patricia Wedel]

dear Thomas... I do like to run my thoughts like a Train in motion... without a "brake". I may accidentally create a style... but more likely learn to
write a Sonnet... we shall see. Thank you for an endearing breathless review. It can be intoxicating.
truly, Pat

[barleygirl]

Wassailing . . . new word for me! Love it when someone challenges me with words! I love how your wassailing is reminiscent of, but does not reflect the typical winter/holiday festivities . . . especially when you point out how the frozen pond is where swans would glide . . . such a small observation brings a plethora of imagery surrounding how this pond has gone from swan to skates. A hidden comparison to other times . . . these are the little sparks that light up your writing! (((HUGS))) Fondly, Margie

[Patricia Wedel]

dearest Margie... winter is not over... and we may have snow before the Crocus show. I hope before I fly away to mansions in the Sky... to ride in a one or two horse open sleigh... where sleigh bells ring and
my diamond ring glistens like eyes of a sweet child who laughs and rides beside me... a memory to take
to places far past the sun and moon... where thistles
grow in a parallel Universe that God reserved for gifted and struggling poets once upon the Earth. truly, Pat

[barleygirl]

After me bragging about mild Cali winters, we've had a few frosty mornings, but still the warm afternoons are to die for! (((HUGS)))

[Patricia Wedel]

Margie, a Summer is a winter turned upside down ... a smile is a frown where persimmons are sweet. Wee birds like me have a poet’s mind. Long may you shine like the Sun. (((Hugs))) Pat

[An owl on the moon]

This just made me smile. The very presence of this enchanted world creates an image of utter peace. Blessings for you in this New Year, dear poet!

[Patricia Wedel]

dear Craig... today is Tuesday, January 7, 2020. We are having our first Snow of the Winter in Virginia. Huge snowflakes softly falling... wish I had a Horse and Sleigh. Glad you found my poem enchanting. Happy New Year. Pat

[Patricia Wedel]

dear Craig... the huge snow flakes did not last long that day in January. Now in early March, we have trees with blossoms... a bit of climate change... but I did miss not having much of a Snow so far. truly, Pat

[An owl on the moon]

Ah that is wondrous to hear of the snow... wishing that too when the snow comes.. the horse and sleigh... but yes.. flowers blossoming everywhere here too... Let them remind you of the snowfall... white and wondrous.

[R.E. Ray]

Pat, toasting to good poetry and a happy new year. As you express in this poem, we have much to be thankful for, if only we look at the right things. Thank you for sharing this one.

[Patricia Wedel]

dear Robert... a blending of the old and new sounds as we toast and wish for a more peaceful world where people matter most of all... but keeping in mind that we will protect our sovereignty at a cost. Wishing you and yours a Joyful and prosperous New Year. truly, Pat

[Dave Brown]

I noticed that 'wassailing' has a double meaning and if the two meanings were combined, the singing portion (?) could end up way off key
Good Christmas cheering poem
Hope U R enjoying the season

[Patricia Wedel]

dear Dave... Wassailing began in England in the 1400's
and involved a "toast" to good health. Depending on the recipe, such as warm Figs and warm cooked Apples... to drink to your health; one could be a bit tipsy. It also became known as singing Carols for Christmas. Wishing you and yours a Happy New Year. truly, Pat

[Fabian G. Franklin]

"Bring us some figgy pudding and bring it out here! We won't go until we get some..." I remember the first time I heard that song and thought, oh my, but that's sort of a demanding attitude to take at Christmas. But many much stranger traditions exist I suppose. I don't think folks bother to carol anymore. They prefer to stay home and warm their feet on their own hearth. Great holiday verse... although my minuet is rather rusty.

[Patricia Wedel]

dear Fabian... thanks for stopping by... I hope there will always be Toasts to our Good Health and also the singing of Christmas Carols. I heard a modern version of many of the old Christmas songs, such as Silent Night. Because the voices were so lovely with tenors and the like... It was very touching and heart-felt. It seems so many children and adults have flu and illness with changes in weather... that Caroling is not as popular or practical. But "thank goodness".. there are still evening Programs at Schools (in the auditoriums to enjoy the Instrumental and Vocal
voices of the young people for Music of the Season.
truly, Pat

[Einstein Noodle]

a wassailing good time it is to read your open sleigh glide ;) and Great and Wondrous New Year to you my friend! enjoyed your uplifting straight forward smile in your poem :)
E.

[Patricia Wedel]

dearest Gene... it seems both of us were s bit tipsy on Christmas Cheer as you read my poem. I can understand why you blended the sleigh ride with the Swans gliding. Glad you enjoyed the 17th Century Dance. Happy New Year. Be blessed. Egg Nog and Snow falling by
a warm fire.... truly, Pat

[Einstein Noodle]

:)))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) !

[Patricia Wedel]

🔱 🏓🎹🏮🎭.....

[The Rock And Roll Cowbo..]

A delightful sweet little poem for the festive season.

[Patricia Wedel]

dearest Dale ... thanks for stopping by... wishing you and yours a blessed New Year .
and new 💡 ideas. Fondly, Pat

[Robert Trakofler]

My (very introverted) stepdaughter had recently attended a party with my granddaughter of whom is gregarious and will talk to anyone... LOL it is like watching a laurel and hardy skit when they interact in public! I bring this up because this party involved all of the kids (unbeknownst to my stepdaughter) caroling throughout the neighborhood. When the girls arrived back at my store after the party the little one was so exuberant talking about the songs and the people and cookies and mom with her unlit candle in hand was leaning against the wall mortified:? LOL some were made for wassailing and others withdrawal

[Patricia Wedel]

dear bad bunny... your review is filed with Christmas
expressions and how they can differ with personalities. Yes, some are introverted and others very gregarious. Some people dance when no one is watching and others are uninhibited. I will carry my secrets in a special place where only poets understand. Thank you for lighting the blue lights of Christmas... my favorite sentimental color. truly, Pat