Shattering the smatteringOf calm I had created,Grace, a gratuityDisrupted my day. Interrupting the ennuiI kept on feelingAn alien intruder Stepped in my way. Pacifying the pesteringVoice which kept naggingI sought out a sanctuaryAny port in a storm. Reluctantly resignedTo divine solicitationThe carols and bellsBeguiled me again. Unbidden, unwantedJoy overcame meIn spite of reluctanceImmersed once more.…

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