Christmas 2001



by Pavel Chichikov

Around the edges of the sky

Shouting herald angels cry:

Regulus, the little king

The foot of Leo sparkling

But stars the seraphim expect

Ambassadors will not direct

Or show the baby in His creche –

Another star will shine and bless

See the lion guarding Him

The shadows of its eyes are dim

See the lion stepping soft

Above the inn, the pigeon loft

Another star uncovered there

Star of meek unguarded prayer

A welcome star, a star of guests

A star of trusting gentleness

Visit Pavel's website at Grey Owl Press.

Note: Pavel will read selections of his poetry at Franciscan University (Steubenville, OH) on January 25, 2002. For more information contact Pavel Chichikov.

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