I appear, but once a year, I am the day,

The cold that comes with it is part of me.

The snow falling down, may be when I’m

Around,

Decorated trees have everything to do with

Me.

Songs of the season, mistletoe, and a

Snowman,

I am called Christmas, a celebration of

Family and togetherness.

Gifts given, love, and happiness are a

Piece of what I am,

I am a day of peace and goodwill

Toward man.

I am a sleigh ride through the sky by

A jolly old man, and reindeer on

Such a special night.

I am called Christmas, the name

Stands for many happening events

Throughout the land,

I am not one man, I am many hearts

On a December day.

Keith Garrett