When Joseph and Mary returned home
They were neighbors of ours

My mother said we should see them
And take  some flowers 

As we came to the house, there was something different
I cannot explain
It  smelled like fresh falling rain

They welcomed us inside 
So proud of their son
They told of their journey with great excitement 
And how it had begun

Mary said God sent us this son for a great purpose on earth 
We have no idea of his great worth

As I turned and saw the smile on this baby’s face
I could not contain myself 
I ran all over the place

My mother told me to calm down, or we would have to go
She did not want me to disturb this baby, that had such a glow

As we were about to leave, 
I turned to look and saw that face
I will never forget The love and grace

Many years have passed
But I can still see Baby Jesus's Face

December 15, 2021
Mark Waldrop