Little house, island of heat, sanctuary in the snow
Darkened squares, windows of night, hinting at winter outside.
Creamy walls, hanging with art, pictures of family past
Heated lamp, gently aglow, bathing the living room gold.
Fresh-cut spruce, scented with sap, presents collected beneath
Steaming tea, seeping with mint, cooling in wait to be drank.
Squishy couch, patterned with years, hosting the family who’ve come
People close, reading their books, silent together in love.
