It begins long before the first frost -
Somewhere between memory and reality.
It touches us with compassion
and whispers to us of hope.
It tiptoes into our hearts with elation
and opens our souls to faith.
Its name is Christmas and we have yet to learn
How to keep it close for more than
this one brief, shining moment.
Someday, perhaps...with love.
~~Written by Judith A. Lindberg
Have a Wonderful Christmas.
ReplyDeleteAnd Happy New Year!! :)
oh, but it lives on in our hearts and our memories...great verse. i hope you have an amazing christmas!
ReplyDeleteNice. Like that quote. Yes, I wish we could keep the spirit of the season all year long! :)
ReplyDeleteBeautiful quote, just beautiful!
ReplyDeleteWishing you a wonderful Christmas and a super-great New Year too!
If only we could learn to keep that Spirit for longer than the, "one brief, shining moment". Regardless, we can take what we have and learn to build from there. One stepping stone at a time. All the very best of the Season to you and your family. And may you enjoy a healthy, happy and prosperous New Year!
ReplyDeleteYes, to stay in the moment is the key. Peace.
ReplyDeleteI think that you can have Christmas spirit without even being a person of faith. It is a matter of goodwill toward others.
ReplyDeleteThis is beautiful and what a precious
ReplyDeletepicture. I wish it could be all year round. Big hug.