I trudged through the fathomless snow
The snowflakes pirouetted towards the sheet of pure snow
Cold bites at every vulnerable part of my body
Wind howling at every corner

Struggling in the abyssal snow
There! Ahead of me!
Blinding light of the towering spruce tree
The smell of mouthwatering food and scented candles
Through frosted windows of joyful homes came happiness in everyone’s hearts
Heavenly potatoes piled on ham with rich gravy
Sounds of sweet-sounding carols from churches

I drank in all of my surroundings
Beautiful and joyful

I arrived home
The warmth coursed through my veins
Fire crackled in the fireplace
Baubles shone like orbs of light
Delicious food was laid on the length of the table
Stockings lay in a row

The dinner ended
Jokes were shared and explosive laughter filled the air
I played a fugue by Bach while others received gifts
Gifts from crackers and of joy
The day had been eventful
A new perspective
A new reflection