Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was written by MW Bro Brian Murphy, PGM – MT, and was first published in December 2016. The winter solstice is a time when the days are shortest and the nights longest, and we sometimes encourage ourselves with memories of brighter, warmer days. Here we have an excellent essay, told from a decidedly Masonic perspective. Enjoy, and do share this and all of these Podcast episodes with your brothers and your Lodge.