Christmas Eve 2012

Happy wide bright eyes
Full of wonder and surprise
Eagerly awaiting the opening
of packages in every size
Scraps of colored paper
Decorate the floor
Giggles of excitement
A sound we all adore

A gathering of friends
Both old and new
Laughing and joking
reliving the past
creating new memories
which we'll cherish 
which will last

Stimulating conversation
unintentional revelations
Laughter and love
Huge warm hugs
Kisses, sighs
Late night goodbyes
Who could ask for more

Christmas Eve

Cinnamon and spice
Chocolate and peanut butter
Flavors both spicy and sweet
Gathering around the table to eat


Meaningful memories
Both old and new
Laughing and joking
A gathering of friends
Don't want this feeling to end


Hearts flutter
Voices mutter
Final anticipation begins


Happy wide bright eyes
Full of wonder and surprise
Scraps of colored paper
Decorate the floor

Laughter and love
Warm hugs
And late night goodbyes
Who could ask for more