Angels in the Snow

Snowy Christmas scene, kids bundled up...mittens, scarves...they fall to the ground, giggling...flapping arms and scissoring legs...one most enduring symbol of Christmas: Angels in the Snow

Poets writing presents under wordless

Christmas trees,

Children stringing tinsel on their

Future memories.

Candles burning amber under wreaths of

Whispered joy,

Smiles and tears stand huddled ‘round a

Manger and a Boy.

 

Gath’ring ‘round your loved ones brings a

Sparkle to your eyes,

Peace and love embrace you as the

Choirs harmonize.

Tender warmth and wishes follow

Everywhere you go…

Lighted by the guidance of the

Angels in the Snow.

    

             

dan and dee © 2015

 

Music: “The Christmas Attic,” by Trans-Siberian Orchestra       

Author's Note

Reviews

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This is just so simple, yet so brilliant. I just loved the constant flow of this poem Dan, and even though I've never seen a white christmas, you have given me a clear image of what it must be like. Thank you very much for this one.

[dan]

Thank you Doodley. I usually write at least one Christmas poem each year; my 'simple' stuff helps cut through the 24/7 bullshit commercialism of the day. I appreciate your kind words! take care...dan

[JayceeC]

You and Dee collaborate so well. The opening line of this just grabbed me. Perhaps it's because I'm a poet too, or try too be..Lol. But it's full of all the things that make Christmas, Christmas in my heart
. Maybe it's a strange to read Christmas poetry in January, but sometimes we need to be reminded to keep the spirit following all year.
Btw- have you ever seen Trans Siberian in concert. Awesome and a Christmas present in itself.

[dan]

Never live in concert, but PBS had a very good live presentation of TSO about 2 years ago and I was blown away. Thanks so much for your kind words in your review. take care...dan

[Jessi]

So beautiful. Just absolutely beautiful. Keep writing, Dan!

[dan]

Thank you, but I'm stuck in a writer's block right now. I WILL keep writing...eventually. Thank you for the read/review. take care...dan

[Riv]

Merry christmas! I hope that you have a wonderful holiday.

[dan]

Riv, Thank you very much and I hope the same for you, your friends and family. And have a great New Year! take care...dan

[Kelly Scheppers]

Dan, this read with all the warmth and melancholy of a Hallmark greeting card...or one of those teary-eyed commercials you see this time of year! And Dee co-wrote it...how wonderful a collaboration!

How I wish I could make one! ; (

[dan]

Kelly, Dee didn't actually co-write it but she did suggest the idea of kids making snow angels so I thought she deserved credit too. Thank you for the Hallmark comment; some of their cards are pretty generic but so many are so excellent they raise goose pimples. And a very Merry Christmas to you and yours. take care...dan

[Philip Muls]

Hi Dan, you evoke the Christmas ambiance very well in this poem. You master the language in a way I could never do like in "Children stringing tinsel on their Future memories."

You are able to make it work around the image of angels in the snow. Love it.

[dan]

Philip, Thank you so much for your kind words. Although I believe you master the language very well in your stories (I saw one in my RR queue, hopefully I'll be able to read it without interference from my MH disorders). I always am glad to receive a review from you with your enlightened viewpoints. Thanks again! take care...dan

[Sharon L.H. Kelly]

A very touching write that stirs up beautiful memories. Well written, and beautifully presented. Merry Christmas.

[dan]

Thank you, Sharon, for your kind words and a bright Christmas wish to you and yours. take care...dan

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This was beautiful, Dan :) I hope your Christmas is warm and cozy, and full of love, my friend

[dan]

And I am wishing you the same. Thank you for the review, and again, the warmest wishes for you, friends and family on Christmas. take care...dan

[AaronFreitas]

You couldn't have said it any better Dan!
Great write I enjoyed it very much :)

[dan]

Thank you Aaron. For some reason Christmas writes come fairly easy to me. Don't know why because I'm not the biggest fan of the day. Thank you for your review. take care...dan

[ANTO]

Exceptional Dan and totally flawless.
A real seasonal treat.
Thanks for sharing. Happy Christmas mate...

[dan]

ANTO, Thanks so much for your kind words. And I sincerely hope that your Christmas is joyous and fulfilling. take care...dan