JULIE ANN STEVENS

“I need a silent night,” the radio sings —

And my heart nods in full agreement.

Tonight.

Yes, tonight —

On the longest night of the year —

Beneath a thick cover of darkness —

Immersed in rich, inky mystery.

I wish —

Upon a star.

Will you join me?

ORIGINALLY POSTED DEC 21, 2011 on everydayahas.com