Happy Christmas

The shadow
of your figure
went departed
it flew it grew
and all the while
we still felt
your presence
in our minds.

The shadow
that you left
was sad a bit dull
but now it anticipates
excitement, stories
it walks it paces
can not rest
as a child on
Christmas Eve.

The shadow
of your figure
is returning soon
to be lit and warmed
by Christmas candles
gently remembering
and enjoying
your presence
once more.