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Two Sides Of Christmas
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Two Sides Of Christmas |
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Suetang Member Ascendant
since 2001-03-07
Posts 5187Melbourne, Australia 
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I wrote this after reading an article in the paper about all the Christmas parties that so many people attend at this time of year. The article also mentioned that there are thousands of homeless people who have never even been to a party and who suffer in silence, void of love and care. I began writing the first verse as a fairly typical partygoer with the second verse written as a homeless person. I then alternated each verse for the rest of the poem. I found it quite a challenge to write in this way and I thank you, the reader, for taking time out of your busy day to read this. * * * I'm off to my next party To spread some Christmas cheer There'll be freebies in abundance Just like every other year I sit here in my solitude No one cares how I feel I have no idea at all When I'll get my next meal I hope to get a Christmas bonus Boy, I really need the cash I wonder who I will impress At the yearly office bash I watch a large brown cockroach As he climbs upon the wall Tomorrow I'll go begging Downtown, outside the mall I have some last minute presents I need to buy from the store Each year seems more expensive From the year before It must be nearly Christmas Decorations are everywhere People are in such a hurry Right through me they stare Finally I've finished shopping And I must say I feel fine As I walk out through the store And give the beggar my last dime I wonder what life holds in store It is something that I fear Thank you, Sir, Merry Christmas I guess he just didn't hear * * * "Loneliness and the feeling of being unwanted is the most terrible poverty" (Mother Teresa) |
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Enchantress Member Empyrean
since 2001-08-14
Posts 35113Canada eh. |
Yes dear Sue, there are two sides to every story. This is so well written and reminds us it is the season for giving. Have a wonderful holiday season sweet friend. |
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Ericc Member Elite
since 2003-01-31
Posts 4178 |
Wonderful write! Eric |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
You are truly a loving and compassionate person whose eyes and heart are wide open. I was moved to my very core with your words.  May you be as blessed as you bless others, Hugs with love, Linda  |
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*Alli4000*
since 2004-03-21
Posts 3188The World of Poetry |
Wow. Amazing, inspirational write Sue! It really reminds us how blessed we are and how we can help the less fortunate. This s going in my library for sure.  ~Alli~ Happy Holidays! |
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passing shadows Member Empyrean
since 1999-08-26
Posts 45577displaced |
there are so many out there...thanks for recognizing them Sue this is a touching write |
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SmartChick Member Rara Avis
since 2001-09-23
Posts 7081On A Journey To The Unknown |
Sue, this is such a sad poem, but beautifully written. Loneliness is indeed a terrible feeling. |
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skyshine 
since 2002-02-07
Posts 3058Beneath the northern stars |
How sad....thank you for the reminder, Sue. ~sky Have a Holly Jolly Christmas! Jesus is the reason for the season!! |
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Suetang Member Ascendant
since 2001-03-07
Posts 5187Melbourne, Australia |
I really appreciate the time you all took to read this. Your words mean so very much. Take care........Sue I am in motion |
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inkedgoddess Member Rara Avis
since 2002-11-19
Posts 7392Ohio |
a warm read on a cold day when yes many are without the things too many of us do take for granted and are actaully one breath away from -there but by the grace of god go i. |
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ethome Member Patricius
since 2000-05-14
Posts 11858New Brunswick Canada |
Whew! That's something else Sue. I appreciate the content and thank you for sharing it. Eric |
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Ratleader
since 2003-01-23
Posts 7026Visiting Earth on a Guest Pass |
Heh-heh-heh....like I said in my holiday poem, it's got more faces than Sybil.... ~~(¸¸¸¸ºº> ~~(¸¸¸¸ºº> ~~(¸¸ ¸¸ºº> ~~~(¸¸ER¸¸ºº> |
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nakdthoughts Member Laureate
since 2000-10-29
Posts 19200Between the Lines |
you did both sides justice, Sue hugs M |
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vandana
since 1999-10-22
Posts 10463USA |
good write |
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