Bathe in fire’s glow
We really appreciate Judith Bristow’s fantastic submission to Voices. Judith is an amateur musician and Early Years Practitioner living in Helston, Cornwall. She loves writing poetry ‘inspired by the sea, the art and gift of storytelling, and human compassion.’ Thank you Judith.
Come Home to the Hearth
Come home to the hearth
Where your ancestors wait
To embrace you in
bearskin, wool, cotton and lace
The twilight seeks in
The day is all won
By you, or some other
No matter – it’s done
Sit down by the warmth
Bathe in fire’s glow
Tell your stories – or not;
No matter, they know
Rest your head on old shoulders
Feel your hearts beat in time
Trust in the wisdom
Of your constant guides
Open your hands
Let the love come back in
You are safe and beloved
Next the hearth with your kin
Judith Bristow
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