Mary
Tired. A long day. Sweeping the floor. Leans against the door.
A sudden flash of light.
stumbles back,
a hand
reaches out, steadies her.
a warm voice, flowing, kind, strong.
Tells her of a baby boy
tells her of a prophecy
that millions of women have hoped for,
dreamed for.
its finally here, the angel says
you are the one. You are the chosen one.
Joseph
Shocked. Sitting down in a chair.
Shaking his head, turning his back.
Going to bed early.
Tossing
turning.
finally sleeping fitfully.
flash of light.
booming voice.
telling him not to worry,
not to hold back.
It’s God’s plan.
