Innkeeper

Bethlehem had filled up fast

before that night’s full moon;

how was I to know the world

would change so much, so soon?

 

By the time the weary pair arrived

the sky was dark and clear;

my inn had no more vacancies,

her time was drawing near

 

I led them to a clean, warm cave,

the best that I could do

and when I heard the Baby’s cry

a star came into view

 

Shepherds came, and wise men too,

then angels heard on high;

a royal welcome for the King

who in a manger lie

 

I spoke the words regrettably,

“There’s no room in the inn”

but only in humility

salvation could begin. 

Author's Note

Peace...

Reviews

[Mary Jo. Clare]

Wow, this poem is really good! Especially reading it this close to Christmas, I really appreciate it more! Great job Rita!

[Rita L. Sev]

Thank you for reading, and for your kind words!

[ImSJ]

Listening to the local mid-day farm report prior to Christmas I heard the commentators point out that perhaps the stable/barn would have been a very warm place to stay due to the heat generated by the livestock. Would the value of the animals ensured a treatment and care equal to the inn's patrons? Perhaps the Holy Family got lucky. Or maybe Someone was watching out for them... Merry Christmas Rita!

[Rita L. Sev]

Thank you, ImSJ! I do agree that the animals would have made the stable/cave a place filled with warmth, and of course, affection. :)

[Einstein Noodle]

beautifully done Rita! very inspire as you capture such a glorious and hmble moment ... no other before nor since has laid hold of the same claims as Christ .. there is so much to marvel in concerning His birth and his very earthly family ... which He expanded to include all ...so glad you shared this one Rita! Merry Christmas ;)
E.

[Rita L. Sev]

Happy New Year, E! And thank you!

[Samuel Dickens]

This is such a nicely-written poem with a clear, traditional Christmas message. I like it.

[Rita L. Sev]

Thank you, Sam!

[Sheila Kline]

I missed reviewing this last year my friend, and I am so glad to see it in our list as I've never thought of the miracle of the birth of our Savior as that seen by the keeper of the inn! Thought provoking and so very appropriate!

[Rita L. Sev]

Thank you, Sheila! I enjoy thinking about things from a different point of view... :) Merry Christmas!

[The Rock And Roll Cowbo..]

I agree that it was interesting to see your thoughts on the innkeepers view of things... really love that last verse.

[Rita L. Sev]

Everyone has a story, even that innkeeper... Thanks, Dale!

[wordman]

a new twist on a miracle,a touching write,great poem..

[Rita L. Sev]

Thank you so much, Wordman!

[wordman]

my pleasure,a lot of us forget what christmas really is ,or about

[Angel]

I don't think I've ever seen anything done from the Innkeeper's pov before...very nicely done, Hun!
In my head I hear the song 'O Holy Night' playing softly...

[Rita L. Sev]

Angel! :) It's so good to see you! I have always wondered about that innkeeper. Did he ever realize? Thanks!

[Angel]

I'm sure he must have realized something was going on, once the shepherds started showing up.
read moreI'm sure he must have realized something was going on, once the shepherds started showing up.
Then...well, he was pretty busy that night...so maybe not.
It's an interesting question, though...

[s y e]

This is beautiful Rita - I hope you had an amazing Christmas!

Happy New Year!!

[Rita L. Sev]

Yes, I did! Thanks, Noodle - Happy 2014!

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I really smiled when I read this Rita , My personal favorite even if I cant get it to do it cause writerscafe wont say or do to fix it? Its says general but its my favorite:)

[Rita L. Sev]

So glad you enjoyed this, Jon! Merry Christmas to you and yours!

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Rita I always enjoy your words:) Thank you dear friend:)