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Christmas Around the Globe - #17
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Christmas Around the Globe - #17 |
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Kit McCallum
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Member Laureate
since 2000-04-30
Posts 14774Ontario, Canada 
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I'm trying to get into the festive seasonal mood and I'm hoping to find some good poetry time over the holidays to both read and write. I've been missing my time here in Open, and wanted to wish everyone a wonderful Happy Holiday to all!  Christmas Around the Globe 'Twas on a clear December's eve, a chill was in the air, The townsfolk gathered at the church, to join in Christmas cheer; They raised their voice in hymns of old, to serenade the night … The warmth that flowed within the walls, was such a lovely sight. The men in proper dress attire, bow ties and Sunday suits, Gollashes left in disarray, upon the churches' stoop; The women, ankle length in gown, with pinafores and lace, While Christmas bonnets graced their heads, to frame each happy face. The children grinned and fidgeted, as always children will, The little boys in starched, white shirts … the little girls in frills; All sang into the joyous night, to praise the coming dawn, A harmony of voice and heart, grew forth in vibrant song. Outside the stained glass windows, lay a winter wonderland, Where not a single footprint marred the snow in reprimand; The blanket glowed in crystal flakes, in tribute to the night, To charm this tiny village scene, in peaceful, calm respite. Alas, the tranquil setting turned, within the tiny church, The congregation held their ground … while floors began to lurch! Repeatedly, the floorboards heaved - commotion quickly grew ... Gollashes soared about their heads, while books and bonnets flew! The elders held on to the pews, each mother to their child, The fathers grabbed their wives in tow, through chaos swift and wild! The church turned topsy-turvy, folks were flying upside down … Then suddenly, the earthquake stopped ..… and silence filled the town. The people dusted off their clothes, and heaved a heavy sigh, Another quake, just like the last … although they knew not why; They gathered at the windows, and they viewed the raging storm, The snow was gusting fiercely, while they watched the scene transform. As quickly as the squall had come, it hastily decreased, The snowflakes lingered lazily, until they slowly ceased; It drifted off, the people cheered, and found their place once more, They raised their voices higher than they ever had before. ~*~ Outside, a little child looked down, with wonder in her eyes … She shook the snow globe once again … to watch the snowflakes rise. /Kit McCallum |
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Sunshine
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
Through the eyes of a child's mind...inside out and upside down. As it should be! I remember this, and I am grinning at our newest smilie member... Thank you, Kit! |
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Kethry Member Rara Avis
since 2000-07-29
Posts 9082Victoria Australia |
Kit, I love this image, I guess there are many more earthquakes to come for these tiny people who are unknowingly bringing joy to others through their sorrow. Kethry Here in the midst of my lonely abyss, a single joy I find...your presence in my mind. Unknown [This message has been edited by Kethry (12-19-2002 03:43 PM).] |
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Local Parasite
since 2001-11-05
Posts 2527Transylconia, Winnipeg |
Kit - Love the twist at the end! I was wondering what this was about when you mentioned earthquakes, didn't seem to be the kind of Christmas poem I'm used to seeing. Loved your vocab as usual, all perfectly fitting for the poem. Very cute... I really enjoyed this.  Brian It's amazing the effect ice can have on the world. |
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Seymour Tabin Member Empyrean
since 1999-07-07
Posts 31720Tamarac Fla |
Kit, This was the smoothest slay ride I've had in a long time, excellent and happy Holiday.  |
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garysgirl 
since 2002-09-29
Posts 19237Florida, USA |
Kit, this is beautiful, as is all your poetry. I miis you being here in Open Forum, too, and am looking forward to seeing more of your poems. Oh, and thank you for all the wonderful smilies. I love them. "Love makes the world go around" |
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RSWells Member Elite
since 2001-06-17
Posts 2533 |
Great imagination, title, story and ending. |
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Enchantress Member Empyrean
since 2001-08-14
Posts 35113Canada eh. |
I remember this Kit.. I loved it then and love it even more now. Have a blessed Christmas! ~Hugs~ ~ Season's Greetings to my 'family' at Passions ~ |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
I didn't recognize this until the tranquility was shaken... and then I laughed all the way to the end. *S* Thanks for bringing this back for another round of enjoyment... and may your Christmas be a wonderful one. You're greatly missed, dear lady... and very much appreciated. *S* |
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passing shadows Member Empyrean
since 1999-08-26
Posts 45577displaced |
I'm trying to get in the mood too, and these poems help a little bit...Nice write! I enjoyed it much. |
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NewEnglandlazurlu Member Rara Avis
since 2002-01-04
Posts 7470A Mountain Paradise |
Kit, I always get excited when I see your name posted as I know there is a special treat waiting to be read. And as always, I was not disappointed. This was so realistic that I felt I was sitting in that little church holding on for dear life. The ending was not what I expected. It was such a delightful read. Thank you for sharing this with us. Hugs and blessings to you and your family for a Happy and Joyous holiday. Marti Let our love circle the world and |
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Balladeer
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-05
Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA |
You sneaky little girl! Around the globe and INSIDE the globe!  I love it!!!!  |
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Honeybee Member Ascendant
since 1999-12-26
Posts 5372Ontario, CANADA |
Kit, I never had the chance to read this back in Open #17, but, I am glad that you've reposted this delightful poem. As always you write with such imagination and grace. This is a keeper~ Take care, Melissa~ "Poetry is not an opinion expressed... |
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Mistletoe Angel
since 2000-12-17
Posts 32816Portland, Oregon |
 (tears fall down my cheeks) God Bless You, sweet Kit, I have missed reading your gorgeous words so much and I remember this gem as I still cry thinking of the sweet little boy and seeing the innocence, a whole White Christmas before his very eyes! (kiss on cheek) You are a true angel, sweet friend, God Bless You and Happy Holidays, yay, we all love you so much! You have such a beautiful heart, sweet Kit, thank you for sharing! May love and light always shine upon you! Love, Noah Eaton "Underneath your clothes there's an endless story..." |
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Larry C
since 2001-09-10
Posts 10286United States |
Kit, I love being a part of annual traditions. And this meant as much to now as it did last year. It is still in my collection only now I got to share during these holidays with my mom. You enrich my life so... Thanks dear heart a T-O-N.  If tears could build a stairway and memories a lane, I'd walk right up to heaven and bring you home again. |
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regards2you Member Elite
since 2002-10-01
Posts 3940California |
Kit, Very imaginative and loved the ending. I too, felt I was in that church, wondering about an earthquake. Fun write. Enjoyed. Warm regards. Pat ..without surrender, be on good terms with all persons.. |
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vlraynes Member Rara Avis
since 2000-07-25
Posts 8229Somewhere... out there... |
Kit~ I don't know how I missed this one before, but I'm glad I found it tonight. I may be a little late for Christmas, but the Christmas spirit of love and good will is always in season. I love this, Kit...it's beautiful, as always, and it brought a smile to my face tonight. Big hugs, ~Vicky "...until you have read the verse on his heart, |
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Nan
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Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-20
Posts 21191Cape Cod Massachusetts USA |
This is wonderful - and where was I when you posted it? Out shopping, probably... If it's too late for Merry Christmas, is it too late to wish you Happy New Year???..  |
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