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Nan
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since 1999-05-20
Posts 21191Cape Cod Massachusetts USA 
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This is one of my Nana's poems... one of her favorites... The Little Christmas Tree by Velma M. Carlson (1903-1996) A little tree sits in the corner ...So very, very small. It makes me think of years gone by ~ ...Much better than none at all. Five small candles in the window ~ ...And a wreath hangs on the door. I try to make it look like Christmas ~ ...As it did so many years before. Christmas, such a happy time ~ ...Love and laughter everywhere ~ Time for loving, time for praying ...Time for giving; time to share. Let's all have a "Merry Christmas" ...From the beginning to the end ~ Let us pray for peace on earth ...And good will toward all men. A little tree sits in the corner ...And there are lights on every bough. So many years have come and gone ...I remember all of them somehow. Christmas, such a happy time, as ...we wait for it to come, "Merry Christmas, Merry Christmas ~ ...Merry Christmas, everyone"! |
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Elizabeth
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since 1999-06-07
Posts 6871Minnesota |
I can see why it's one of her favorites, Nan! Loved every word. Nail to the mast her holy flag, Set every threadbare sail- And give her to the god of storms, The lightning and the gale! -Oliver Wendell Holmes |
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Denise
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since 1999-08-22
Posts 22648 |
Lovely memories, lovely Christmas tree, lovely poem!  Denise |
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poetFemmeFatale Member Elite
since 1999-07-25
Posts 2646Arkansas |
I just love the small Christmas trees! Once when I was a little girl, we waited till the last minute to get our tree, and of course, they were already picked over....not much left to choose from....Anyway, I saw this little tiny sad looking tree all by itself...no one wanted it...I felt so sorry for "it"....  I told dad that it was the one I wanted! He thought I had lost my mind....we asked the man how much - and he said ...."OH gees...I'll let you have that thing for $3 - I took it home, and decorated it, and was probably the proudest little girl in town! Call me a softie, I know....but this poem reminded me of that...So thanks for bringing back some very fond memories of mine! Merry Christmas to ya BTW!!- - - If I can just touch you once, then I feel I have accomplished what I am called to do...- - pFF |
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WhtDove Member Rara Avis
since 1999-07-22
Posts 9245Illinois |
Nan, this was great! What a talent she had that she passed on to you! I love this poem, thanks for sharing it! Merry Christmas! <*\\\>< Jesus is the reason for the season |
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hoot_owl_rn Member Patricius
since 1999-07-05
Posts 10750Glen Hope, PA USA |
Oh, what beautiful memories |
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Dark Angel Member Patricius
since 1999-08-04
Posts 10095 |
Nan,This is beautiful, thanks for sharing. What comes from the heart goes to the heart. Samuel Coleridge |
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RainbowGirl Member Elite
since 1999-07-31
Posts 3023United Kingdom |
Oh Nan, this is lovely and the true essense of Christmas...Peace and goodwill to all men! HUSG Yesterday is but today's memory and tomorrow is today's dream... |
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caroline Senior Member
since 1999-08-16
Posts 1218http://members.xoom.com/belladona123/index.htm |
What a delightful poem...its precious, Nan! Thanks for posting it for us to enjoy It's not the love you fear, but the fall from the height~Edwin McCain |
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Mike Member Elite
since 1999-06-19
Posts 2462 |
Merry Christmas... even a hard hearted prosecutor enjoyed the poem... *smile* |
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Marge Tindal
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
Nan - You tell Nana that it is PERFECT. I do a small memorial Christmas tree for each family member who is no longer here to celebrate with us. I decorate them with memories of each of them. It gives me peace and comfort to have something of them with me as we celebrate our family joy at Christmas. Out of all of the traditions I share with my children ... this is the one they want the most to continue in their lives. *Thanks to ~Nana for the wonderful feeling of warmth she shared. ~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~ noles1@totcon.com |
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Pepper Member Elite
since 1999-08-19
Posts 3079Southern Florida |
Precious memories Thank you for sharing Nana's lovely poem....and Merry Christmas to you too Nan A soul that writes from the heart and shares it, truly gives a gift extraordinaire! Shannon |
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Michael
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Member Rara Avis
since 1999-08-13
Posts 7666California |
A very beautiful, poem. Thank you for sharing. I know the warmth a Christmas tree, any size, brings to the house. Was freshly reminded this year. Merry Christmas Nan, to you and yours. Michael |
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Nan
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since 1999-05-20
Posts 21191Cape Cod Massachusetts USA |
Thank you, all... My grandmother would be very proud and happy to see her work being enjoyed as you Passionate folks do.... I'm sure she's smiling down on us - It's her favorite time of year.... |
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Poet deVine
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since 1999-05-26
Posts 22612Hurricane Alley |
Bump!!! |
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Elizabeth
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since 1999-06-07
Posts 6871Minnesota |
I still like it! Elizabeth You cling to your ways and leave mine to me. Suum cuique. ~Elizabeth |
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Dopey Dope
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since 2000-08-30
Posts 11132San Juan, Puerto Rico |
I love christmas trees and they love me. they also love you  "I was born myself, raised myself, and will continue to be myself. The world will just have to adjust." I hate your socks. I'd like to burn them! |
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tracie66 Member Elite
since 2000-01-18
Posts 4713Australia |
Nan~ Yes this is a beautiful poem, thanks for sharing it with us Love Tracie~ Love is the life of the soul... It is the harmony of the universe |
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CocoBaci Member Elite
since 2000-05-06
Posts 3043 |
A splendid read Nan... Coco [This message has been edited by CocoBaci (edited 11-04-2000).] |
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Acies
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Member Rara Avis
since 2000-06-07
Posts 7665Twilight Zone |
thanks for the beautiful read. yes, Christmas is such a special day...  I see no changes, wake up in the morning I ask myself, "Is life worth living or should I blast myself" TUPAC SHAKUR |
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Poet deVine
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since 1999-05-26
Posts 22612Hurricane Alley |
Nan, we would be honored to publish this in the Newsletter if you are agreeable? Let me know ok? |
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Nan
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since 1999-05-20
Posts 21191Cape Cod Massachusetts USA |
Sharon... Thank you.. I have to say that I know my grandmother is pleased about this... It's one of her favorite works... She used to recite this one to us.... hehe... every time we saw her...  |
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CocoBaci Member Elite
since 2000-05-06
Posts 3043 |
Oh this is a gem as I read it again, and I must thread it so I may share with the lil one soon enough... Thank you my friend... coco [This message has been edited by CocoBaci (edited 12-06-2000).] |
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Elizabeth Santos Member Rara Avis
since 1999-11-08
Posts 9269Pennsylvania |
This brings such warm feelings and remembrances of past Christmases. Thanks for posting Liz |
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Lighthousebob Member Elite
since 2000-06-14
Posts 4725California |
As we get older the Christmas trees seem to get smaller, but they do still remind us of all those blessed times we've had celebrating past Holidays.... and Merry Christmas to You! Bob <>< |
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jlocke Member
since 2000-09-10
Posts 169CC,TX |
What a beautiful tree. Thank you for sharing it. Love is the law, love under will. |
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cathybohannan Member
since 2000-07-31
Posts 140Paintsville,KY |
Lovely poem Nan,Christmas is my favorite time of year.Keep up the good work. Cathy Marie Bohannan |
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sandgrain Member Elite
since 1999-09-21
Posts 3662Sycamore, IL, USA |
What a beautiful memory she left you! This is so touching. Thanks for sharing. |
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Nan
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Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-20
Posts 21191Cape Cod Massachusetts USA |
Thank you all for enjoying my grandmother's work... She was very proud of her poetry... and this one was very special to her.. |
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Justbleu Member Elite
since 1999-08-31
Posts 3329Oregon, Originally From Alaska :) |
Thanks Nan for sharing this.....I see where your talent comes from!!!!! Enjoyed this very much!!!! Merry Christmas!!!! Bridgette |
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OLIAS Senior Member
since 2000-06-20
Posts 1090Pearl city Iowa |
Wonderful poem, has the heart of the season, thanks for sharing. Merry Christmas, Olias. |
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Artic Wind Member Rara Avis
since 2007-09-16
Posts 8080Realm of Supernatural |
Christmas trees are the prefect thing during the holidays ARCTIC WIND |
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