It’s coming close to Christmas Eve.

We’re all experiencing it’s arrival

with wonder about lives together 

and apart.

The season comes upon us without

any control on our part, just experience

in all the magic and intrigue keeps us

feeling hopeful.

Sometimes we do take a deep dive,

and holding on to our peace of mind

certainly challenges our ability to 

celebrate together.

There are the wishes some have,

to remain alone and detached,

rather than an obligation to be

merry and festive. 

We’ll wander through the highlights

of this tradition with a gray mystique.