winter solstice

The whole day is a similar length
But sunlight is the shortest today
A near full moon softens the night
‘til the sun can break through the fray

Love, my friend, always has strength
But at times the darkness holds sway
A warm smile can bring needed light
To a soul that is weak and afraid

Though the day is much shorter than night
As this solstice of winter makes way
In the night we embrace in our hearts
May we find the love that we crave