Red Berries on Holly Trees

Winter Birds rest on branches of my heart...

Once upon a Midnight clear... I saw the light... 

A Star shone down through the Sky...  gathered 

in clusters of singing Carols where long ago 

there was a field where Shepherds watched 

their Sheep and Wise Men traveled from 

afar to bring Frankincense and Myrrh to place 

beneath a Manger where a new born King lay 

in the light of a Star... We sing Hallelujah and 

Silent Night as Mothers and Fathers remember 

the Holy Night... where Mother Mary gave birth 

to the new born King... we light our Candles and Pray... 

Reviews

[Chris Shaw]

Dear Pat. I am honoured to be your first caller. You remind us of the true meaning of Christmas by sharing a wonderful nativity scene. It is a time of year more than any to show goodwill towards our fellow earth travelers. Not forgetting our avian friends who give us so much joy and inspire wonderful metaphors for our poetry. There is a great deal of love in this poem. Such an uplifting read Pat. Thank you dearly.

Chris

[Patricia Wedel]

dear darling Chris... it is a little past six am on the East Coast of the USA. Not certain of the time in the United Kingdom. Thanks for your gentle touch of Christmas Joy. I am in Awe of Babies with their intricate Spirit that is Holy and pure. The story of Bethelem lingers through the Ages and is a Life to be
Fashioned by... the Beatitudes and the Sermon in the amount and so many other highlights. May your days be spent in moments of Love and Devotion. Have a blessed Christmas... gently, Pat

[Patricia Wedel]

The Sermon on the Mount and all the Poetry in the Psalms. gently, Pat

[Chris Shaw]

It is 11.30 am. I have just finished putting the baubles on our Christmas tree. You are an early riser dear Pat. Sending you love and special greetings for this time of year. Who can resist a nativity scene, not me. It takes me back to childhood days with my parents and four siblings. Take good care of you and your Roger. Keep safe and warm.

Chris

[Annette Pisano-Higley]

.."Holy Night... where Mother Mary gave birth
to the new born King... we light our Candles and Pray.."
Oh what a precious photo you share with us dear Pat! Thank you for it and for this glorious, graceful faith-filled and poem of Christmas. Here in Florida I miss the little Winter birds so much, but you have brought them to me! We need this inspiration, especially now. Amen to your beautiful words my friend.

[Patricia Wedel]

dearest Annette... so lovely to find Joy in
memories of Pine tress with snow-covered branches and bright Red Cardinals with their fashionable female companions. We live in a World with many Treasures to appreciate.
The Moon and Stars— the rising and setting of the Sun... May your Warm days in Florida bring Peace to your Soul. tenderly, Pat

[Sami Khalil]

Happy, festive and decorative. You bring this Holiday alive in fanciful and honored ways. You make the reader enjoy , oh, boy. May your holiday be of good cheer, safe and one that heralds brighter future. Be blessed.

[Patricia Wedel]

dearest Sami.. with the hustle and bustle of Christmas ... I am overwhelmed .. However, it is 💕 lovely to read your charming review and feel the Peace that surpasses understanding. May your days be filled with Peace and Joy as we celebrate the Blessings of the Season and pray for Peace on Earth.. Goodwill to Men. gently, Pat

[Sami Khalil]

May it be so. You are welcome Pat.

[barleygirl]

This covers everything I love about the holidays! And your enthusiasm is off-the-charts thru-out, which I love. The nice thing about my old feeble mind is that I can't think of sixteen things at once anymore, so it's easy for me to stay focused on what a sacred meaningful time of year this is, without having the angst of current events creep in to spoil my enjoyment of it. That's what your poem feels like -- total joy immersion -- as if all that other crap didn't even exist. We need to learn to focus more on what matters & what excites, since the woes will always be there. This poem is a joy-fest! (((HUGS))) Fondly, Margie

[Patricia Wedel]

dearest Margie... we are eating Snickerdoodles with fresh Eight O’Clock
Coffee and staying well until we breathe the Air tomorrow when we are out and about.
Thanks for your Christmas Cheer. With 💕 love ... gently, Pat

[Patricia]

you know Patricia I don't come here enough, that was a beautiful reminder what true Christmas is and as a Christian and a mother of grown children I am far from the commercial holiday and grateful for it and for your poetry HUGS and Happy Holidays

[Patricia Wedel]

dearest Patricia... so lovely to read your tender review of the love of Mothers every where. The Spirit of Christmas represents the Birth of generosity and care where Angels flutter and Wise men follow a Star.
A silent night that is Holy still. Blessings to you and yours. Gently, Pat

[jacob erin-cilberto]

the world could certainly use some "goodwill toward men"----

[Patricia Wedel]

Perhaps we will realize we are all vulnerable... how generosity and kindness could also Ripple across Oceans and Seas of possibility. tenderly, Pat

[jacob erin-cilberto]

Geez, where did the real Christmas go?
Well, you brought it back for us here..." A Midnight clear" of commercialism, dollars trimming trees,
Halos of diamonds..." Credit cards under the star, and folks going bankrupt out spending each other.

You brought us back to the manger, shepherds...what it really is all about.
j.

[Patricia Wedel]

dearest Jacob ... the Earth is full of Treasures... however, the Treasures of our Heart is by far worth more than Gold when we behold moments of the greatest Star of Light and 💕 Love. May the lights and silver bells bring serenity and healing to those we 💕 love. tenderly, Pat

[Einstein Noodle]

thank you for sharing your poetry on this momentous occasion .... I think you do it justice and reading inspires me to meditate on the birth of the Christ .. the Savior of mankind if we just choose .. your title is wonderful ... would not have expected quite the theme that follows .. but very appropriate says i .. and to your poem ... i say Amen .. and Amen! ;)
E.

[Patricia Wedel]

dearest Gene... Perhaps the Red Berries on the Holly Tree remind me of Christ’s blood at Communion that he shed to save us. The Manger scene always reminds me of Faith, Hope and Charity... the Innkeeper was generous. The little Lamb and the baby is always on my mind. Wishing you the gentleness of the Season of giving. Prayers and love... tenderly, Pat p.s. my favorite song for Christmas is “Mary Did You Know”.

[Einstein Noodle]

oh yes .. that was Norma's favorite too

[Patricia Wedel]

So charming to know that Norma loves that Song also... She is surely an Angel with a Harp to play ... like in the Movie of 1944... “The Bishop’s Wife” when Cary Grant played the Harp.. as an Angel. My favorite Movie ever. gently, Pat

[Lydia Shutter]

I can see the nativity scene through your words, Pat. May you and your loved ones have a joyous holiday season and a very Merry Christmas. Lydi***

[Patricia Wedel]

A blessed Season of Love and Caring... dear Lydia... May the Lights bring healing to young and old and in between... thank you for your sharing... tenderly, Pat

[Cherrie Palmer]

This is beautiful a Christmas poem fit our King

[Patricia Wedel]

dearest Cherrie... around are town, there are two Manger scenes where I could walk into the Scene and pretend; however, it is more respectful to just get a glimpse of the innocence borne among the cattle little lambs. I appreciate your review and I honor the Spirit of the Season. gently, Pat

[Coyote Poetry]

A wonderful poem shared dear Pat. You took me to wonderful places and wonderful thoughts. I hope you are doing well and enjoying the days of Christmas.
Coyote

[Patricia Wedel]

dear John... the lights and Spirits have come alive in our neighborhood.... where scenes are fun and nostalgic. We may see some snow flurries before too long. May your days be blessed with Silver Bells and
Reindeer. tenderly, Pat

[Coyote Poetry]

Hello dear Pat and you are welcome.