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Isis
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since 1999-09-06

Posts 6296
Sunny Queensland

0 posted 1999-12-23 07:26 PM

With all the love at this time of year,
Do you stop and spare a thought,
For those out there not as lucky as us,
Those in hard times who are caught.

The homeless, sleeping outside,
Hungy, cold and alone,
Longing for love and family,
Memories of a loving warm home.

Those who have lonely hearts this year,
Scorned by love in one way or another,
Longing to hear that special voice,
Wondering if they will ever recover.

Those who are sick,
To ill to enjoy Christmas and it's gaiety,
In hospital facing horror daily,
A life steeped in misery.

The poor who want only the best for their family,
But finances don't allow them the honour,
Of placing many presents,
Under a worn and damaged tree.

They are more concerned with having a meal Xmas day,
At least something in their stomachs,
To give them strength,
And keep the cold at bay.

So this poem is for them,
Stop and spare a thought,
Make a small donation,
Do the right thing as we ought.

So when you say grace on Christmas Day,
And you're thanking God for all you have,
Spare a thought and prayer for those,
Who'd give their right arm to have what you have..

Reach inside your heart, that is the greatest gift you can bestow. Merry Christmas..
~Isis~
(Daughter of Mystery)

Marilyn
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since 1999-09-26

Posts 2621
Ontario, Canada

1 posted 1999-12-23 07:36 PM

Amen, my sister! Well done and my prayers will be with those less fortunate.

Isis
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since 1999-09-06

Posts 6296
Sunny Queensland

2 posted 1999-12-23 07:45 PM

Thanks Marilyn, Merry Christmas

Reach inside your heart, that is the greatest gift you can bestow. Merry Christmas..
~Isis~
(Daughter of Mystery)

RainbowGirl
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since 1999-07-31

Posts 3023
United Kingdom

3 posted 1999-12-23 08:35 PM

Often my friend, a long while back I was one of those but it made me who I am, that and lots of good friends...I shall never forget my past and indeed I'm thankful for it and for people like you, that care about poeple like us...

Big hugs sweetheart...very big HUGS

Yesterday is but today's memory and tomorrow is today's dream...

Michael

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Member Rara Avis

since 1999-08-13

Posts 7666
California

4 posted 1999-12-23 09:10 PM

Amen, Isis. As sad as this is, I would consider moving it to open for more eyes to view, though. It truly deserves to be seen by many. Wonderful message.

Michael

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since 1999-06-05

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Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA

5 posted 1999-12-23 11:01 PM

Very well done, Isis. Something we should all think of.

Isis
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since 1999-09-06

Posts 6296
Sunny Queensland

6 posted 1999-12-24 01:21 AM

Thanks everyone, I wanted to post it here first, then move it Michael. So I shall do it now.

Reach inside your heart, that is the greatest gift you can bestow. Merry Christmas..
~Isis~
(Daughter of Mystery)

WhtDove
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since 1999-07-22

Posts 9245
Illinois

7 posted 1999-12-24 03:32 AM

Well, I'm glad you moved it from where ever it was! Isis this came from a truly giving and wonderful heart! God bless you dear!
I shall stop and think and pray for those less fortunate. Merry Christmas!

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Jesus is the reason for the season
Keep Christ in CHRISTmas

JamesMichael
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since 1999-11-16

Posts 33336
Kapolei, Hawaii, USA

8 posted 1999-12-24 04:46 AM

I enjoyed reading this poem. You have a soft and caring heart. James

Elizabeth Santos
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since 1999-11-08

Posts 9269
Pennsylvania

9 posted 1999-12-24 08:04 AM

You have spoken a million truths. Thank you for this wonderful poem!
LIz

Pepper
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since 1999-08-19

Posts 3079
Southern Florida

10 posted 1999-12-24 10:04 AM

Amen
Such thoughtful and caring sentiments Isis....

Well stated !!

A soul that writes from the heart and shares it, truly gives a gift extraordinaire!
Shannon

hoot_owl_rn
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since 1999-07-05

Posts 10750
Glen Hope, PA USA

11 posted 1999-12-24 10:12 AM

So true Isis, thank you for the wonderful reminder

Julie
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since 1999-08-20

Posts 739
Houston, TX

12 posted 1999-12-24 01:05 PM

So well stated Isis...my son said to me yesterday...no matter what kind of Christmas I have...I know there are people out there worse off...your words inspire to reach out.

Isis
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since 1999-09-06

Posts 6296
Sunny Queensland

13 posted 1999-12-24 05:41 PM

Thanks everyone

Well it's Xmas morning here in Oz and we have had a wonderful day so far. I wish the same for you.

Reach inside your heart, that is the greatest gift you can bestow. Merry Christmas..
~Isis~
(Daughter of Mystery)

Martie

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since 1999-09-21

Posts 28049
California

14 posted 1999-12-24 10:48 PM

A poem from a beautiful heart-- Merry Christmas

In the dew of little things,
the heart finds its morning
and is refreshed.
(ee cummings)

Marta
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since 1999-12-20

Posts 18

15 posted 1999-12-25 01:38 AM

well said.

Elizabeth

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since 1999-06-07

Posts 6871
Minnesota

16 posted 1999-12-25 01:30 PM

AMEN! God be with them.

Nail to the mast her holy flag,
Set every threadbare sail-
And give her to the god of storms,
The lightning and the gale!
-Oliver Wendell Holmes

Denise

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since 1999-08-22

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17 posted 1999-12-25 01:34 PM

You have a heart of gold, Isis! Wonderful poem, wonderful message! Have a very Merry Christmas!

Denise

Severn
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since 1999-07-17

Posts 7704

18 posted 1999-12-25 04:37 PM

Isis, summer poet sister, I hope your christmas was wonderful...

Here I sit on Boxing Day wondering how everyone I love in America is faring on their christmas day - and thinking too of all those like who you have described are faring - the most beautiful time of year is also the hardest. This poem perfectly depicts this.

Thankyou, Isis...

K

Isis
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since 1999-09-06

Posts 6296
Sunny Queensland

19 posted 1999-12-25 05:09 PM

Thanks everyone

And Severn we are always sort of out of things too soon or too late being over this side of the world. I think indeed Summer Sister we shall have to stick together

Reach inside your heart, that is the greatest gift you can bestow. Merry Christmas..
~Isis~
(Daughter of Mystery)

sandgrain
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since 1999-09-21

Posts 3662
Sycamore, IL, USA

20 posted 1999-12-25 06:50 PM

Just read your poem now, Christmas night. If only the world could have clones of your precious message in practice the world over! I've experienced some long ago holidays that were quite lean, but never homeless, and indeed, it reminds us everafter how fortunate we are and to share it with those in need. Thanks for reminding us in such a nice way.

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