In my Christmas world Fridays seem to be very hectic as the holiday gets closer. In respect for that I am bringing you some Christmas poetry from some authors you will recognize. They can all be found in one volume, 50 Best Loved Christmas Stories and Poems for All Ages edited by Christopher Hong.
Christmas Trees by Robert Frost is not the classical "decorated tree with children gathered around". Rather it is the farmer's view of his trees. Frost has always been able to bring a new perspective to me.
The Magi by William Butler Yeats is new to me although there was a time years ago when I read a lot of his work. This very short poem will make you pause to wonder longer than it took to read it.
The Oxen by Thomas Hardy. Again, a familiar author but not a familiar poem. With an almost melancholy feel this poems makes me yearn for the innocent acceptance of that which we cannot see.
A Christmas Carol by G. K. Chesterson. I have always associated Chesterson with essays however he did convert to Catholicism and this poem is fitting of that belief.
Christmas Bells by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow. Many people will know this as a Christmas carol rather than a poem and can sing along. At this time of year it is well worth reading, or singing, again.
50 Best Loved Christmas Stories and Poems for All Ages is available in a very nice volume. The digital download is under three dollars and includes many classic stories. The last three poems can also be read online at Christmas Poetry at no cost.
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