Christmas Eve In Slaithwaite, With A Distracted Dog & A Baffled Sheep…
(Inspired by Peter Brook’s painting…)
A reminder of Kirklees’ industrial past lies behind the row
Of terraced Slaithwaite homes, whilst the church is a reminder
Of the time of year, nestled beneath the snow-smothered moor.
A clear night displays vibrant stars and a slick crescent moon
Above darkened homes, their roofs with a layer of snow aglow.
The chimney sweep hauls his gear, leaves the dwellings and begins to wander
Past an interested dog and a red-marked, bemused sheep, both in awe
Of Santa trudging with gifts, towards homes with suspended coloured lights festooned…
Pete Ray…
25th December 2025…
It would be pleasant to think that the chimney sweep had cleaned and created chimney space for Santa…
Love the sheep’s face…
Slaithwaite is a town in the Colne Valley, near Huddersfield, West Yorkshire…
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