“cloud of happiness” 1-8
personification - all consuming joy, euphoric, delight, enjoyment of their time together
“under the christmas lights”
word choice - festive/celebration/happy time of year
“quickly” 1-8
word choice - vitality,liveliness, excitment
“like a teapot holder” 9-15
simile - lighthearted, happy, playful, warm, cosy,comfortable,protective over the dog
“mistletoe” 9-15
word choice - christmas custom, love, togetherness, joy
“silver tinsel tape” 9-15
alliteration - celebration, festive, bright
“monsters of the year” 16-22
word choice -the trio will defeat frightening forces/they have no answer to the positivity of the trio, hope
“march of three” 16-22
word choice - strong/determined as an army, unified, together
“laughter ringing” 23-27
word choice - happiness, joy, reinforces the happy season
“like a gaurd” 23-27
similie - optimism is protected/will survive
