Just before Christmas I was doing an extra mural creative writing course by Keele University which met in Stafford town each week. Our homework topic was a poem that was rhythmical.Do You Trust Christmas has a lot of imagery and rhythm but it is one that questions Christmas and associated concepts so it was a bit of a shock to the writing course members. However having written it, I liked it. Who else does



Do You Trust Christmas A poem

David Edwards


The fluttering leaves and whispering winds,
A magical glimpse of autumnal joy.
But transparent minds need memorable love
Of wintertime cold and chattering song.

The crucified trees stand shivering bare
While whimsical tales shall rekindle life.
The mystical time all worshippers want
Is transcending hope and challenging faith.

A transparent dream will recreate trust
In storytime jokes which sanctify lies.
Green conifer trees will notify peace
While reverie soon will extinguish god.