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Christmas Eve
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Christmas Eve |
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Cari Member Posts 411 Englnand |
She reads the Christmas cards again Oh dear, only four this year Still the young ones have so much to do Hope they like the little presents I wish that I could have afforded more ~ Nearly time for church She opens the old leather purse Carefully counting the coins For the collection plate Puts on her hat and coat ~ She picks up the photo frame Fingers the face behind the glass and smiles through the tears Now you are gone my love Why am I still here? Author's Notes: Christmas is not a joyful occasion for everyone. |
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Ticklefingers Senior Member Posts 710 Louisiana |
No, its not always joyful. Memories of Christmases enjoyed with loved ones' now gone are painful to endure, especially if one now finds themselves alone without a supportive and caring family. Reach out if you know someone or even see someone who is alone and let your humanity shine as bright as a Christmas star. 88's friends  She told me "play one for your supper Danny and maybe you'll get breakfast". |
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rainyday Member Posts 304 Heartland USA |
Very heart-touching, a lovely piece Poet. And yes..many of us have experienced the other side of the holidays to one degree or another. rainy |
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Mr Martini Member Posts 366 Beneath The Line |
"Reach out if you know someone or even see someone who is alone and let your humanity shine as bright as a Christmas star". A good reply that must upstage a good piece of poetry. Bravo Mr. Fingers and to you Cari. Here's to you and here's to me and should we ever disagree, here's to me! |
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JerryPat2 Member Laureate
since 2011-02-06
Posts 16975South Louisiana |
Ahhh . . . True, so very true, Cari . . . I've had my share of sad Christmases through the years . . . Not so great! ~ Do what you have to do to feel right, |
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