As the holidays approach, a season’s glow takes flight,
Across the world, in every heart, we gather to ignite,
The victory of light over darkness, bringing hope and harmony,
With each candle’s gleam and twinkling star,
We share this joyous holiday symphony.
From Diwali’s gleaming diyas, to Kwanzaa’s candles bright,
Hanukkiah’s shimmering glow, to Christmas twinkling lights.

Diwali spreads its gleaming cheer, with lamps that chase the dark,
Lighting paths of hope and joy,
Shedding light on wisdom’s path with every spark,
As we inhale deeply the essence of light!, in every heart we embark.

Kwanzaa’s kinara, seven flames dance tall,
Each light a tale of heritage, uniting one and all.
A celebration of cultural awakening –
Umoja, Kujichagulia, Ujima, Ujamma, Nia, Kuumba, Imani!
In unity, our spirits rise, echoes from the past.

Hanukkah shines with miracles, nine candles gleam with grace,
Shine as bright as the stars up high.
A beacon of resilience, in every sacred space,
Bringing hope and harmony, filling our hearts with warmth aglow,
With a brilliance that forever shines, in every heart, it grows.

Christmas trees adorned with lights, a twinkle pure and warm.
The carols and the mistletoe,
A reminder of Christ the Savior is born.
Spreading hope and harmony,
Embracing all in love and cheer, in the spirit of Christmas morn.

From the first spark to the final glow, throughout this season of light,
A tapestry of radiance, and harmony’s release,
Rich with love, joy and laughter that’s ever bright.
So, partners, colleagues and friends, far and near, may blessings always flow,
As we gather in this symphony of light, let warmth and kindness glow!

Written by: Sharon M. Holder