startling though a joyous scene,
the sight of a sick man
dancing in the street
his feet caked in red mud
and bandaged stubs
where fingers should be
dancing and laughing
to the strumming and humming
of an old bard's song
the day before Christmas
amidst the shoppers and quarrelers
inspiring children and mothers
sewing the spirit's seed
through imaginary gardens
brought to life through the words
of a traveling bard with no name
and three children at his feet
chiming bells and trash can covers
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