Monday, 17 November 2008

The darkness

Last week is when it began

It is that time again

When the clocks go back

And we miss an hour of the light

We hardly had a summer of those long warm nights

And now winter is very near

It has come around so soon this year



The darkness has fallen thick and fast

We leave home with it wrapped around us

And come back from work after dusk

Night time for more than 12 hours a day

It makes us want to go on holiday

But we can’t and have to wait

Till we get our Christmas break



This time of year makes many depressed

There is a certain condition that people can get

When they lack that vitamin D

Which gives their bones and skin so much energy

The dark comes first, then the cold

And finally the first snowfall

This is when I know winter has really arrived



Some love this time of year

For me it only brings a tinge of fear

Always cold, never warm

Wrapped up in my coat it seems all year long

Never wanting to part from my jacket

Despite the persistent cries

From everyone sitting next to me inside




The highlight of this season

Has to be without hestitation

One of the most celebrated festivals of them all

Friends and family you hold so dear

Come together and spread the cheer

On this day of celebration

Everyone is full of love and admiration