Red and green
creation preparing
as you and I make lists
or plans and food.
Sorrow has come here
while I was away
Joy presses forward
determined to stay ahead
of any distraction.
I am home for now
with a deeper heart; a wider view
and ready for this time.
A frosty morn,
sanctuary of praise
quiet peace
Love being born
this Advent.
Let it be.
Life in the Deep End 
Welcome home Vona … and Happy Advent! Intrigued by your deeper heart and wider view … considering how deep and wide you heart and view prior to the recent mission it is remarkable that you return in such condition 🙂
What a beautiful expression of your return home and of the welcoming of Advent!