BY LAWRENCE “MACK” HALL

Christmas Night

That merry little Christmas that they sing about –

Did you open your gifts around a tree

Tinsel and ornaments and a brilliant star

Pajamas and cocoa and merriment

Did you enjoy a dinner with someone special

Or with happy children and a few friends

Then coffee and cake and quiet memories

Everyone free from telescreens and devices

And now with a fire and soft candlelight

Is this another gentle silent night?

I hope it is so, dear friend

PostScript: For Two Dear Children on Christmas

For Cate and Jack

Or Jack and Cate?

On Christmas

Certain joys about Christmas are always true

For among the season’s constant blessings

                                                          Are you!