These days of early dark
and long nights invite
the warmth of candles. Ours
are spread on the dining table
and scattered in the living room.
We light them as we settle in, sip wine,
and talk into the night, cozy in the glow,
soft against the dark.
Mary, at dVerse Poets Pub, has us writing about candles and light, which seems particularly appropriate this time of year. This comes with best wishes for happy holidays to all and the warmth candles lit against the dark.
Well done, Mary. I feel these long nights, too, soft against the dark. For me, snuggled against the dark... :-)
ReplyDeleteI'm heading for the warmth of Trinidad and family now but hold these memories.
Deletei find the warm glow of candles so inviting...def a good light to sit in with family and friends...have a wonderful holiday mary...smiles.
ReplyDeleteThanks, Brian, and to you.
DeleteAh! A very comfortable environment created in your words. :-)
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Thanks, HA and thanks for stopping by.
DeleteMe, too, Mary. I love candles, and Christmas lights are my favourite part of the whole deal. I would be happy just with the lights and the candles........I love the sound of your evenings!
ReplyDeleteMy tiny trees are in the photo but we'll have a proper tree and lights at my daughters- can't wait!
DeleteSoft against the light, I can just picture the loving scene ~ Wishing you happy holidays ~
ReplyDeleteAnd to you, Grace.
DeleteBeautifully expressed. I can picture the 'soft against the dark.' You have created a very peaceful scene with your words!
ReplyDeleteI love candles in the evening and the mood they set. Happy Holidays, Mary.
DeleteMary you have set the mood beautifully, cozy in the glow, soft against the dark - *sigh* ~ a very Merry and safe Christmas to you and yours.
ReplyDeleteThanks, and to you.
DeleteThis is lovely Mary, I love the idea of the chatting into the night, as I know your nights are very long at present. Also that's a great photo you have on the blog...excellent.
ReplyDeleteFeel the warmth here! :) Merry Christmas and a happy new year
ReplyDeleteCozy in the glow. Wonderful.
ReplyDeleteLovely in every way.
ReplyDeleteWarm and comforting. I like it....:)
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