Sanctuary sought
and given easily
with the warm
glow of lights
and a beautiful
Christmas wreath
The door opens wide
with a smile
there to greet
as the nip of cold
is forgotten
once within
the indoor heat
while hugs are given
and kisses received
and winter break begins
… I’m so relieved
Gideon’s Challenge
Gideon’s Challenge
Gideon’s Challenge
Gideon’s Challenge
Perched high above
a chill wind blows
and I watch
the icy waters
as they swirl and flow
and all I want to do
is be here with you
and hold hands
and close our eyes
as the air nips us
with frozen dew
and when the water calls
it’ll be just you and I
as we step off the edge
to see if we can fly
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Gideon’s Challenge
A moment to sit
and take it all in
set chaos aside
as it’s time to begin
enjoying all things
lost to the haze
of holiday rush
and the shopping craze
It’s almost time
for a little break
to leave work behind
and be sure to take
some time for yourself
and loved ones too
and shower self care
upon you
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Gideon’s Challenge
I remember
working retail
for the holiday season
with all the
harried people
aggressive
for no reason
and I can just imagine
how the
postal workers feel
when the package count
has climbed
until it feels unreal
how overwhelmed they are
when push comes to shove
and aggression rears
its ugly head
in their catch 22 rub





