The first big snow of the season
Had covered the ground all around.
I was hoping not to have a reason
To take a trip downtown.
It started a day or two ago
And drifted as the wind blew high.
Carrying each flake, making a show
What a wonderful, glistening sight.
The sky is gray with ominous clouds
As we throw another log on the fire.
Cold winter nights come o'er like a shroud
Filling our hearts with warm desires.
In days gone past when I was a child
My father had a sleigh and two horses.
We would glide across the snow like wild
And sing tunes to the top of our voices.
Waving to those we passed on the way
Father tipped his hat and yelled, "Hello"
While hearing the bells hanging round the sleigh
Horses trotting along, what good fellows.
The Holidays will be here soon
A time to spread cheer and go wassailing.
The frozen creek is glistening from the moon
As we approach the bridge crossing.
The flicker from the fire brought me back
From my memories of childhood days.
The cozy fire on a cold winters night......
And blessings God gives so many ways.
As I look across the front lawn
The way is filled with light,
From the street lamps that are on
I see a little bunny in the night.
His nose is twitching, sniffing the ground
Content is his little world, his home.
God takes care of the creatures all around
Giving them sustenance as he roams.
"ON A COLD WINTER'S NIGHT HERE AT HOME"
Written by Shirley Barr
November 23, 2005
Psalms 33: 3, 4 ~ Sing unto Him a new song; play skilfully
with a loud noise. For the word of the Lord is right; and
all His works are done in truth. |
