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Sit next to the fire, as close as you dare [99] Soltices

Sit next to the fire, as close as you dare

         a solstice villanesque

Sit next to the fire, as close as you dare
as beacons are lit to beckon the dawn.
Snuggle with me to dispel the chill air.

Don't pout about how this life's so unfair,
weighing the yeas and nays, the pros, the cons;
just, sit next to the fire, close as you dare.

Forget about others who stare and glare.
Think only of my shoulder as you yawn.
Snuggle with me to dispel the chill air.

No matter the mosquitoes, don't be scared.
Be happy and joyful; be not withdrawn.
Sit next to my fire, as close as you dare,

knowing that I'll always take the best care
of you, my love, take refuge in my brawn.
Snuggle with me to dispel the chill air

and to banish the cobwebs of despair.
I'll protect your heart, for what's gone is gone.
Snuggle with me to dispel the chill air.
Sleep next to my fire, as close as you dare.

© Copyright 2021 Kåre Enga [178.99] (22.juni.2021)

Prompt: Write a villanelle about the shortest night of the year.

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