Happy Winter Solstice everyone!

I have no idea where this came from as a friend passed it on to me on Facebook....so if anyone knows the originator, please let me know and I'll give it full credit plus any links to their websites etc.

Since writing the above I've done a little research and found out that the poem was written by Isha Arrow-Hawk and this link will take you to the poem. As to who she actually is.....well that still remains a mystery :o)

Sadly, I've just finished designing my cards for this year, but I must keep this in mind for next year.
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Yuletide Cheer

The chill breath of winter touches us,
As blankets of snow cover the ground.
With the glow of moonlight upon them,...
Its like diamond sparkles all around

Inside the room is cozy and warm,
The scent of evergreen wafts from the fire.
Surrounded with love and family,
I've got all that I could desire.

Sleigh bells jingle from the front porch,
As my coveners decorate outside.
They've no need of blankets
,They have the warmth of love inside.

In my home we all gather round,
And with Pagan carols our voices ring.
Then we settle down to enjoy the tale,
Of the Oaken Lord and the Holly King.

For our holiday is quite different,
Than the covan Christmas night.
We cast our Circle, join together,
And welcome the return of Light.

Then we sit and share the feast,
As we pass bread and wine around.
As blessings from mingled voices..."
Never hunger," "Never thirst" abound.

All too soon the rite is ended,
And we greet the newborn day.
As we clasp hands together,
This wish we send your way....

It's no matter your tradition,
Be you family, friend, or guest.
We wish you joy and peace,
And may your Yule be Blessed!!

However, as a solitary, I'll omit the coven bit I think :o)

Happy Winter Solstice everyone!