Christmas Morning
Hanging in a row
Along the mantle
on hooks of gold
Stockings knitted
of finest wool.
Children peeping from
stairs above
Parents peeking from
the breakfast nook
Wide eyed wonder
Christmas tree tinsel
Sparkling glass ornament
Gold stars of light
Santa Claus confirms
the existence of love
as bright paper wrappings
Fly from books, toys, and sweaters
Abandonment of decorum
Joy, giggles, laughter
Papa hugs Mama
Brothers wrestle and roll
The stockings are last
Sweet treats, small treasures
Carried to chairs
and then to their rooms
Lingering reminders
Oranges, dark chocolate
Hard peppermint candy
Soft chewy toffee
And the mirrors watch
a myriad of reflection
as Christmas fades into
New Year and a journey
of hope