Winter Solstice

[TrippinBTM]

This is an old one of mine, from a few years ago. I'm posting it in honor of the winter solstice which occurs today/tonight.

Winter Solstice

To deepest black we run this night
With winter setting in
The frigid night engulfs my world
Though I commit no sin

But soon the dawn will come again
To warm my freezing soul
The inky dark will not so last
As fire is brought from coal

For from despair comes gleam of hope
And light shall surely grow
While in this time of deepest death
Comes birth so soft aglow

Yet slowly now it shall gain speed
And all will feel its draw
This blazing orb of purest light
Our hearts exult in awe

So rise up now and dance your joy
Though cold it be outside
Sun returns in blazing glory
My arms are open wide

[GypsyPriestess]

The frigid night engulfs my world
Though I commit no sin
I love this sentiment!!!!! Though I like the whole piece a lot, this just strikes a chord with me:D

[standingdeer]

Very lovely, a great way to show your appreciation for the changing seasons.

[Corvuspirit]

you really caught the essence of how lovely this time of year is...every day is a little better than the one before...thanks for writing such a great poem.