Victory’s Here

 The hubbub

The hurry

Wrapper and wreaths 

Boxes and bows

Tape and tree skirts

Ugly sweaters and shirts 

With reindeer or Santa.

Wide smiles

Playful banter. 

Calm reflection 

on Christmas day

We look away 

From the gifts 

And garland 

To look afar 

And remember 

For a moment at least

At the source of our peace

Two years of fear

Sickness and loss

But Victory is here. 

He weighed the cost

And came to bear

Our souls’ cross.

Welcome him

He is here

 Not there or yonder 

Still here

Let your mind ponder

Never leaving

Still abiding 

Will you open

Your house

Your world 

Your life

 For him to steer?