Winter Solstice – Vintersolstånd

Anders G.J. Rhodin, 1996

Winter solstice sun, set in the west
Pale silver moon, rose in the east
Swedish paper star, lit from the past
A beckoning beacon beamed at last.

Balsam fir, adorned with light
Angels, gold and straw, colors bright
Yuletide carols, skaters’ waltz, a dance
As melodious music matched romance.

Side by side, there by the fire
Together, we found our hearts’ desire
Lost in a wondrous interlude
As flickering flames fanned the mood.

Presents shared, with hearts and souls
Intertwined, joined, with common goals
Eyes met, melded, minds did share
Our longing love lingered there.

Darkness settled, cold and crisp
Fire softened, embers glowed, smoky wisp
We took our leave, hugged each other tight
And softly slipped into, the longest winter night.