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The Christmas Lantern
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The Christmas Lantern |
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WTBAKELAR
since 2008-09-09
Posts 1089Utah, USA 
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The Christmas Lantern <  He took it from the hook, Where it hung to give us light, A simple little lantern, Daddy filled with oil each night, He bundled up to face the cold, And opened up the door, He headed out in to the dark, As snow blew across the floor, He told us it was important, That we remember on this day, All we have and how blessed we are, When the door closed, we knelt to pray. The lantern disappeared in the DISTANCE, As daddy went into the storm, We gathered around the stone fireplace, And all snuggled close to keep warm, It seemed like hours, that he was gone, Then the door swung open wide, And daddy stood there with a little pine tree, We ran to hug his legs, as he came inside, We stood it by the window, And decorated it with ribbons and bows, Daddy placed that old lantern on the top, And we smiled at the warmth of its glow, Memories of those holidays while growing up, Each year about this time, return, And I will always remember, the flickering flame, Of that wonderful Christmas Lantern. The answer is always NO, Until the question is asked. [This message has been edited by WTBAKELAR (09-28-2009 11:51 PM).] |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
He told us it was important, That we remember on this day, All we have and how blessed we are, When the door closed, we knelt to pray. What a beautiful way to wait! *S* I find myself dreading the holidays... don't think I would if they could be like this! *S* |
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LindsayP Member Elite
since 2007-07-28
Posts 3410Australia, Victoria |
He took it from the hook, Where it hung to give us light, A simple little lantern, Daddy filled with oil each night What a lovely way to enjoy the thought of Christmas Tracey, it's a memory that will stay with you forever. Great poem my friend. In the first verse Id change the word to each instead of every. I hope you don't mind me saying that. Take care. Lindsay |
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Artic Wind Member Rara Avis
since 2007-09-16
Posts 8080Realm of Supernatural |
I love the holidays, such beautiful scenery and Christmas spirit. You truly embraced the serene aspects of the Christmas times.  ARCTIC WIND |
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WTBAKELAR
since 2008-09-09
Posts 1089Utah, USA |
Ruth, Thank you so much for always being a fan of my poetry. I am so glad you enjoy it, Lindsay, I think you are right. I looked at that one several times, Thanks for you comments, and I am always open to constructive critique. AW, thank you also for your thoughts, I know I'm pushing the Christmas season a bit, But when the poems come, you just cant stop them. Thank you all so much, Always, Tracey |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
I needed something to brighten a gloomy morning... revisiting this beauty was the answer. *S* Merry Christmas, my dear friend... Always a fan, Ruth |
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Margherita Member Seraphic
since 2003-02-08
Posts 22236Eternity |
The sacredness of the gestures comes through beautifully. Very lovely and Suthern brought it back at the right moment! Love, Margherita |
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latearrival Member Ascendant
since 2003-03-21
Posts 5499Florida |
A lovely remembrance. latearrival |
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WTBAKELAR
since 2008-09-09
Posts 1089Utah, USA |
Margherita, thank you so much for your kind words. Latearival, I am happy you had a chance to read my poem before it was lost in the storm. Hoping all have a very Merry Christmas Love always, Tracey |
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