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Gentle Spirit
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0 posted 2002-12-15 11:17 AM

~* Christmas In Our Hearts~*

Don’t be sad if you only see a few presents
because each gift was picked from the heart,
you know things aren’t as easy this year
alas, I have known this from the very start.

It might not really seem like that much
but for this year, it will just have to do,
because it’s hard when things get tight
but sometimes, we do what we have to do.

NO, don’t be sad for the holiday season
if we don’t end up with the perfect tree,
for if you will just look a little bit deeper
there are much more important things to see.

It may not feel a lot like it’s really Christmas
although people are spreading holiday cheer,
but don’t worry my precious little child
Santa couldn’t forget one so beautifully dear.

Christmas is a wondrous, magical time
even when things might seem sort of amiss,
but don’t forget there is Mistletoe and Holly
and the reason behind all of this Christmas bliss.

The days seem to be quickly counting down
but child don’t worry, please have no fear,
there’s still going to be a Merry Christmas
because it happens each and every year.

It doesn’t matter if there aren’t lots of presents
stacked up neatly under the Christmas tree,
we’ve already received the greatest gift
God’s already given it to you and me.

So do not worry my precious little child
if Christmas is to quickly drawing near,
because here in this home of our hearts
my dear, Christmas is already here.

[This message has been edited by Gentle Spirit (12-16-2002 11:53 AM).]

garysgirl

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1 posted 2002-12-15 11:42 AM

So beautiful, dear friend, and so true. I'm afraid that sometimes people get so caught up in all the presents and glitter that they forget the "Reason for the Season:.
Thankls for sharing your heart, sweet Donna.

"Love makes the world go around"
~~with love and hugs from Ethel~~

Martie

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2 posted 2002-12-15 11:45 AM

Donna

Very beautiful sentiments in that heart of yours. Loved this!

Gentle Spirit
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3 posted 2002-12-15 11:50 AM

Ethel thank you. God bless the child yes? As for adults, we all to often lose the meaning of Christmas, but children are filled with wonder. Hugs.

Gentle Spirit
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4 posted 2002-12-15 11:51 AM

Martie, thanks. Let us hope it is enough this year. Hugs.

Sunshine

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5 posted 2002-12-15 12:15 PM

There are vast, deep lessons in this,
my dear, a tear-jerker of the heart...
for the truest gift is you, to her,
and her, to you, a gift, in part...

Gentle Spirit
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6 posted 2002-12-15 12:18 PM

Since her birth, she has been my greatest gift momma

~*whispering thank you~*

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Earth Angel
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7 posted 2002-12-15 12:54 PM

Donna, thank you for sharing the wonderful meaning of Christmas from your hearts, to ours!

~ Sending lots of love to you and your family for a very blessed Christmas

Linda

Elizabeth Santos
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8 posted 2002-12-15 01:18 PM

What a fortunate child who knows the meaning of Christmas and of love
Beautiful!
Liz

passing shadows
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9 posted 2002-12-15 01:19 PM

I have to let my 14 year old read this...she'll be so touched. We are not having much Christmas this year due to hard times, I lost my car, hours cut back on my job, etc...she is so understanding...much more mature than I give her credit for.

Mysteria

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10 posted 2002-12-15 01:53 PM

I think we tend to give children less credit than they are due. The greatest gift any child can be given is your time. Just think about it, do you even remember your wrapped presents more than the unwrapped ones? Not me! I remember a favorite aunt and uncle spending time with me, more than all the presents given to me by my parents that meant nothing.

Donna, what you and your daughter have is so special, and that is a gift in itself that has been given to you by someone who is capable of giving the greatest gifts of all. I wish you both a wonderful Christmas, but sounds to me you already have the basis for one of the best!

Season's Greetings
    from my home in Canada to yours!

[This message has been edited by Mysteria (12-15-2002 01:54 PM).]

Auguste

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11 posted 2002-12-15 01:57 PM

Beautifully put, Donna, Amen!

*hugs*

The stars will shine when I am gone,
the earth will turn on as before,
the gulls, still race along the shore,
the morning star, still kiss the dawn

Gentle Spirit
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12 posted 2002-12-15 02:03 PM

I thank you all so very much for your kind response to this poem which I wrote while pondering about the real reasons for Christmas and praying that even though Christmas for her would not be as much as what I would want to give, it will be enough. Love and peace to all.

Mistletoe Angel

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13 posted 2002-12-15 03:17 PM

(big hugggssssssss) God Bless You, sweet friend, this brought tears to my eyes as I believe every child should be happy on Christmas and every other day and sadly there are so many unfortunate children who don't get presents and have parents and it brings tears to my eyes as I want to scoop them all up in my arms and help them and convince them they are loved for Jesus loves everyone and love will find their way! (wipes tears) This is so heartfelt, sweet friend, God Bless You, we all wish you the happiest holidays, we all love you so much! You have such a beautiful heart, sweet Donna, thank you for sharing!

May love and light always shine upon you!

Love,
Noah Eaton

"Underneath your clothes there's an endless story..."

Shakira

Nightshade

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14 posted 2002-12-15 03:32 PM

Donna - the true meaning of Christmas - yes - we should carry it with us in our hearts all year long. Lovely. Chris

"Hope" is the thing with feathers-
that perches in the soul....

-Emily Dickinson

Nan

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15 posted 2002-12-16 09:58 AM

Christmas abounds in your heart, GS... As it should be. I expect this might be the most special year you've ever had. Judging by these wonderful words, you've got a very special family...

sigheyes
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16 posted 2002-12-16 01:55 PM

Donna she does know. Hugs to you.

passing shadows
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17 posted 2002-12-16 03:08 PM

I hope you didn't mind it, but I printed this out and let my daughter read it. She got all misty too. And then she went off to write some of her own poetry. *very proud smile*

JamesMichael
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18 posted 2002-12-16 05:41 PM

A joy to read...James

SmartChick
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19 posted 2002-12-16 06:21 PM

Donna, this is just beautiful. Both, the poem and the picture.

sigheyes
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20 posted 2002-12-18 10:40 AM

*bump*

sigheyes
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21 posted 2002-12-19 01:10 PM

This message is so beautiful Donna.
For its purity and truth,
a very gentle bump
for a very gentle poetess.

christian
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22 posted 2002-12-19 01:15 PM

i like this. because it reminds me of
something my mom would say. that, and the
fact that it holds a message that everyone
should abide by. and the words are
uncoated and true. so shekru haiku wacko
blah, just rhyming couplets that are
fueled by truth and guideness. i enjoyed
it.

-chris.

sigheyes
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23 posted 2002-12-19 01:50 PM

*s*

[This message has been edited by sigheyes (12-19-2002 01:52 PM).]

Gentle Spirit
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24 posted 2002-12-19 01:54 PM

A very happy holiday to all with many thanks.

(SE,don't let the boss catch you.)

Christian, I believe your mother must be very special if she would agree with this.

I hope you had a chance to read my last reply to you at our previous discussion.

Peace to poetry land and best wishes for a wonderful season filled with love!

Salty
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25 posted 2002-12-19 03:43 PM

I've been there myself....trying to tell my children these things, and trying to remember them for myself. Thank you bringing forth the real importance of Christmas...something we should all be reminded of.

~Salty

In the Midst of movement and chaos, keep stillness inside of you.
--Deepak Chop

Bill Charles
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26 posted 2002-12-19 08:22 PM

Gentle Spirit - no it doesn't really matter how many there are, for giving with ones heart is where it's at...

BC

vandana

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27 posted 2002-12-19 08:23 PM

merry christmas to you!!!!enjoy your read

Gentle Spirit
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28 posted 2002-12-22 08:03 AM

A big thank you to all and warmest wishes for the happiest of Holidays.
Peace and love to poetry land.
MERRY CHRISTMAS!

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