Advent Solstice
21st December, 2024.
On the Advent Solstice, peering out at dawn across skeletal trees and evergreens, grey canopy hiding the shortest sun, mild, calm before wind and rain, robin and wren tweeting, house lights lantern like here and there.
Home bedecked scenting Norway spruce rooted with presents, twinkling lights, cards and candles, mistletoe, yew and holly decorate, celebrating the season, enriching, anticipating Coming, heralding the approaching day.
Bedrooms, games and carols made ready, fridge and freezer growing, busy hands cooking but for now loved one asleeping, whilst aga loving cat sat warming, and ticking clock conducting song of quietness.
Now, stilled to worship, drawing close, listening, welcoming the Saviour to my stable once again.
