The Sweet Passage of Ancient Carols (A Poem)

By Joyce Jacobo [Author’s Note: Based on a bit of a history lesson about the creation of Christmas carols.] As the years unfurl like a roll of twine      some things endure with the toll of time Among them those ancient songs     first heard around bonfires as people danced along   after the harvest

Candlelight Memories (A Poem)

By Joyce Jacobo [Author’s Note: Dedicated to several relatives who have passed on during the last few years. A lot has happened, but their memories remain–which means a great deal.] Tonight…                               I                                           will light                                            a candle                                             just for                                                you                                     then ask to hear                                     all those stories                                     family members