Christmas is here: Winds whistle shrill, Icy and chill. Little care we; Little we fear Weather without, Sheltered about The Mahogany Tree.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Christmas brings cold and wind, but friends gather indoors to ignore the weather and celebrate together.
- In plain terms
- It is cold outside but we stay warm and happy inside during Christmas.
- What can you take from it?
- Community and shelter make winter hardships manageable.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do you find warmth in winter?
- What makes holidays special?
Another view
Not everyone has shelter or community to celebrate with.
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