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The Perfect Gift |
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Balladeer
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since 1999-06-05
Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA 
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You ask me what I want..you want to give me something nice. If you are open to requests, I'll give you some advice. Just think of how much you would spend on some small gift for me, Then take that same amount and give it to a charity. No need to rack your brain of thinking something you can buy When there are many needy souls who need it more than I. Just think of all the inner peace that you could give to me If my gift, and your money, were to help a charity. I have no need for watches. I've already three or four But that amount of money would go far to help the poor. What need have I for jewelry or those fancy silken ties When I could have the chance to bring a smile to some child's eyes? If other people followed suit and took the time to give How wonderfully we could enrich this world in which we live. So give me that, my friend, and through your generosity You'll give the greatest gift that you could ever give to me. To the world you might be just one person but to one person you might just be the world. |
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Nan
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Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-20
Posts 21191Cape Cod Massachusetts USA |
....So - Next time you come out of the store and hear that Salvation Army bell-a-ringin'... Drop some money in their coffer.... Good plan, Deer....  |
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Marge Tindal 
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
Balladeer - You are such a sweetheart of a guy. That is the nicest wish list I've seen this year. I promise to fulfill your wish. I want you to know that it is something that I also feel and do. I have a special project that I'd like to pass on to you ... Christmas isn't just for children but for 'past grown-up' too. I visit an area nursing home where, believe it or not, many of the residents have no family to come to call. My puppy and I put more smiles on their faces than you could possibly imagine. The ladies always need socks to keep their feet warm. The men always need handkerchiefs. I always give the ladies something that smells sweet also. And the men something to tinker with ... and yes, they LOVE toy erector sets. SECOND CHILDHOODS ARE A DELIGHT Now, that's my Christmas wish list. Thanks, friend. ~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~ [email protected] |
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Martie
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
I love this idea Balladeer, in fact I tried it one year....sure hope it works for you! In the dew of little things, the heart finds its morning and is refreshed. (ee cummings) |
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Balladeer
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-05
Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA |
Nan....I'm a sucker for Salvation Army bells. Pavlov was right! Marge..I wouldn't have expected anything less from you. Your giving of yourself shows through in your poetry and, I'm sure, in your life. Martie...Thank you. You almost make it sound like it didn't work for you. I hope not. One DOES need understanding receipients, for sure To the world you might be just one person but to one person you might just be the world. |
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Saxoness
since 1999-07-18
Posts 1102Texas |
Sometimes those who need most are those right before your eyes. I believe one of the best gifts is one given quietly, without want of praise or thanks. Every year my family picks someone from our church who perhaps had a hard year, or is going through a tough time, and sends them a little extra in the mail...signed Jesus. After all, he's the reason for the season, you know?  "Glory remains unaware of my neglected dwelling where alone I sing my tearful song which has charms only for me." -Charles Brugnot |
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Dark Angel Member Patricius
since 1999-08-04
Posts 10095 |
Balladeer, This is a sweet and caring poem, just as you are a sweet and caring person I loved it. What comes from the heart goes to the heart. Samuel Coleridge |
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Dusk Treader
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Senior Member
since 1999-06-18
Posts 1187St. Paul, MN |
Now this is a truly wonderful poem about what the Christmas spirit is all about. Great poem (I haven't seen anything else from you ) loved it immensely.In flames I shall not be consumed, but reborn. |
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Balladeer
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-05
Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA |
Saxoness, this is very true and the church is an excellent place to find these people. If your family signs the gift Jesus....they are not wrong. Dark Angel...your compliment means a lot to me. Thank you. Dusk Treader...yes, it is. Thank you for your kind words. To the world you might be just one person but to one person you might just be the world. |
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Denise
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Member Seraphic
since 1999-08-22
Posts 22648 |
What a blessed Christmas that would be! God bless you, Balladeer, you have quite the loving heart...as do the rest of you wonderful folks!  Fabulous poem, too. Denise |
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Seymour Tabin Member Empyrean
since 1999-07-07
Posts 31720Tamarac Fla |
Balladeer, Well you got that right. Nothing but the best is what I expected, And that's what I got. Well done. |
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Severn Member Rara Avis
since 1999-07-17
Posts 7704 |
Dear 'deer, we are so lucky. You know what I wish - I wish more help to go to third world countries - one giant christmas present, to many people who don't even KNOW it is christmas. What a charity of love that would be, to change the shape of their lives. Love this poem, really do. K |
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WhtDove Member Rara Avis
since 1999-07-22
Posts 9245Illinois |
Balladeer I don't know what to say! I loved it, and the thought that people out there think about these things. It touches my heart that they don't forget! I know their are many who think they have nothing to give. But a gift of your time, or your poetry or something you have that comes from the heart. Those things tend to mean so much more than one that is bought! A gift from the heart lasts so much longer! And I said I didn't know what to say.  <*\\\>< Jesus is the reason for the season |
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Marilyn Member Elite
since 1999-09-26
Posts 2621Ontario, Canada |
Youu touched me with this Mike. This is my 3rd attempt at replying. I guess I will say I agree and well done my friend. |
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Michael
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Member Rara Avis
since 1999-08-13
Posts 7666California |
Balladeer, I know the sincerity in your words. You have touched me very deeply. I must say thank you. Michael |
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First__Knight Senior Member
since 1999-11-08
Posts 678 |
Heartfelt words.....This is very nice Share what you are for you are what you share |
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Balladeer
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-05
Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA |
Denise and Sy.....thank you much. Severn...yes, that would be wonderful. WhtDove....for not knowing what to say, you said it very well. Marilyn...I appreciate your stamina....and your thoughts MIchael... First_Knight...I appreciate it. To the world you might be just one person but to one person you might just be the world. |
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Pepper Member Elite
since 1999-08-19
Posts 3079Southern Florida |
Wonderful sentiments from a beautiful heart.....Touching poem Balladeer.. btw....love the pic! A soul that writes from the heart and shares it, truly gives a gift extraordinaire! |
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hoot_owl_rn Member Patricius
since 1999-07-05
Posts 10750Glen Hope, PA USA |
How wonderful |
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lostboy Member
since 1999-11-21
Posts 275New Hampshire, USA |
Loved this Balladeer. Really touches the heart! |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
What a beautiful poem... and the sentiment is one I'd have expected from you. *S* Thank you for sharing with us all through the year... and reminding us that all of us have something worth sharing. |
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Eboni Junior Member
since 1999-12-11
Posts 17Texas |
In three words...I Loved It!!! Eboni Banks |
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Sally S. Senior Member
since 1999-06-07
Posts 847Ohio |
You want to know something? This is why I adore this place so. There are so many thoughtful, kind and caring people who put others ahead of themselves. When I talk to friends about this site, I tell them I know of no other place where there are so many "deep" feeling people. Lovely sentiments, Mike. |
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MADDavid Junior Member
since 1999-12-04
Posts 26Carrollton, TX, USA |
You sound like my kinda guy. Very talented and loving. If all the people would just think like you, we would not have any problem with a Christmas list this year. You also sound like someone that can help me change my user name from MAD to MAE as it is supposed to be. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. Shine a light and darkness disappears. |
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Iloveit Senior Member
since 1999-09-02
Posts 1121NM |
love the poem, the idea, and the heart of the poet |
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Sunshine
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
Ah, I sincerely and do like seeing where all the good hearts are a'leading, for I posted some little verse in Holiday Cheer, for better or worse, but I see it rings quite true when I now read these words from you, so to all, Happy Holidays, cheery and bright, may you too, be stricken by His Light. Sunshine Look, then, into thine heart, and write ~~~ Henry Wadsworth Longfellow |
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caroline Senior Member
since 1999-08-16
Posts 1218http://members.xoom.com/belladona123/index.htm |
Excellent verse and sentiment. Check your email soon Merry Christmas, my friend! It's not the love you fear, but the fall from the height~Edwin McCain |
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LngJhnAg Member Elite
since 1999-07-23
Posts 3508Boot+Kitty=Poetry in motion |
Deer Happy holidays, my fine old friend. I knew you would write a poem like this - now you have all the ladies swooing - I've forbidden Lorelei to read this - I'm hanging on to that gal with every ounce of strength now. I enjoy your serious poems, and your sentimental poems. You've a real gift for flow. I also notice that that scalawag and ne'er-do-well you-know-who has not dared to show his head in here - a good thing, too! Merry Christmas, Deer, to you and yours. |
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Dolphins3 Member
since 1999-09-30
Posts 135Wisconsin |
Merry Christmas Balladeer. Very beautiful poem. |
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miriam Member
since 1999-08-26
Posts 323glendale,ca. |
Balladeer, not only are you helping those people in need this christmas...but you've opened many hearts here with your precious words...thank you for reminding me that the gift of chrismas is giving...from the heart. |
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Balladeer
Administrator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-05
Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA |
I'm glad for once I only can type my response because if I tried to say what these responses make me feel in words, I don't think I could without losing it completely. I thank you all. I feel closer to you that you will ever know. Best of holidays to all! To the world you might be just one person but to one person you might just be the world. |
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