I Believe In Christmas Eve

The spirit here I think I see,
Reflected from the Christmas tree,
Across the crisp December snow -
A beacon of security.

Watching from my frosted window,
I think that, finally, I know
Why I believe in Christmas eve -
That light that makes a pine tree glow.

Safe in this silent-night reprieve
From a troubled world, I believe
In peace on earth, good will to all.
Here, it is easy to achieve.

Watching herald angels fall
As snow beyond my glistening wall,
I wait for Santa Claus to call.
And like a child, I feel so small.

~ Daniel F Mitchell