A Christmas Miracle – Original Poem

By Mark A. Leon
 
The first Noel, longing for hope
The last warm flow of cocoa sweetening the heart
 
Fires warm the soul as the flame burns bright
Memories of mistletoe reflect throughout the night
 
It was your love that was wrapped inside that gift box
It does something to me this time of year
Bringing warmth on these cold wintry nights
 
This love blankets my body with an impenetrable fortress of shelter
I know I don’t deserve this sensitive gift wrapped up in my arms
But unwrapping the layers has been a blessing from the start
 
From snow angels to the wet dark kisses
The lights of our tree flickering in the distance
The smell of fragrant leaves teasing the air
The sound of your voice blowing nothings inside my ear
 
There is a Christmas miracle locked up for just this time of year
 
Like a magician, it captivates
A piece of art, priceless and pure
An original straight to the core
 
Carols in the distance closer they seem
Songs so true reflecting on another wonderful dream
 
Once again I look into those eyes
Our childhood; our doubts; our dreams; our tears
All in route
A journey side by side filled with candy canes and often all cried out
 
Still by your side, hand in hand I stand here looking at this gift, this Christmas miracle knowing I’m the luckiest man