Xmas Poem (1)

CHRISTMAS SPIRIT

25-12-2007

The Stirrer’s poet laureate Brendan Hawthorne offers a note of festive cheer from the heart of the Black Country.

December dawns brass band bright

across this town of twinkling lights

Market Place echoes to Santa's sleigh

as orders are placed for that special day

Shoppers crowd along Union and both High Streets

traditional places where people meet

remembering old friends before memories fade

whilst shops bristle with thrills and winter trade

our thoughts turn to those in greatest need

when collecting tins rattle most will concede

to donating something to a worthwhile cause

before the Eve when we close our doors

and wait for the magic with sparkling eyes

gazing above rooftops to wide open skies

and as choirs sing aloud at this special time of year

Wednesbury holds out a hand and wishes you all good cheer!

Copyright Brendan Hawthorne 2007