Those Old Emotions

December is here.
The days dark and cold.
And it brings back again.
Those old emotions.

Memories of childhood, magical and sweet.

Hanging in the twinkling of lights.

When the family fractures were so soft and unseen. 

Now grown and commuted, further splintered with time. 

Obligation in lieu of self-preservation.

Our superficial smiles perfectly placed.

Uncomfortable feelings simmering in anticipation.

Slated for eruption December 24 to January 1.

Privately yearning for our young free minds, and carefree days.

The innocent child is still within. 

Leading us with her heart if we surrender. 

To where we can be held and discovered. 

Inspired by the season and The Spoons. Image by Athiyada.