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Nan

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0 posted 2001-12-22 07:49 AM

God's Son was born on Christmas Day
To bring the world His love.
In Bethlehem a manger blessed,
The North Star shone above.

Through mortal days Son Jesus spake
The wisdom of God's Word;
And to this day around the world,
His voice mankind has heard.

But Jesus knew at traitor's hand
He would be crucified;
And yet God's love, a gift for all
Must ever be descried.

Both far and wide then Jesus trekked,
In search of giving soul
Who'd share with all His gift of love;
Quest led to the North Pole.

He met a kindly toymaker
Who smiled and laughed a lot...
"Believe in me and share God's love,
Your soul shall perish not."

This jolly man called Santa Claus
In heed of Jesus' call,
Vowed he'd give toys each Christmas night
To children one and all.

So Jesus smiled upon this man -
That's how this story goes.
It's said His Star would light the way,
Reflecting reindeer's nose.

From that day forth each Christmas Eve
The elves have packed the sleigh
With toys and love in Jesus' name
To bless our Christmas Day.

~ Nancy Ness - 1999 ~

Sunshine

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Listening to every heart

1 posted 2001-12-22 08:21 AM

And to emulate Him
by giving our best
is now and always
His only test...

Kethry
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since 2000-07-29

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Victoria Australia

2 posted 2001-12-22 08:46 AM

Nan,
this is spectacular, the rhyme is perfect, the metre is splendiferous and the message absolutely wonderful.
Kethry

Here in the midst of my lonely abyss, a single joy I find...your presence in my mind. Unknown

Seymour Tabin
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Tamarac Fla

3 posted 2001-12-22 09:05 AM

Nan,
A lovely write from a lovely. *L* Sy

OLIAS
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Pearl city Iowa

4 posted 2001-12-22 09:44 AM

Perfect caroling lyrics, it would be so easy to set this to music, I'm switching my synths on now. greatly enjoyed Nan thank you.

Regards,
Olias.

p.s
royalties maybe due to you Christmas 2003

Kit McCallum

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5 posted 2001-12-22 09:45 AM

I'm not sure what I enjoyed most Nan ... the tender blending of stories, or the lovely cadence and rhyme. A marvelous read, very much enjoyed this.

Best wishes,
/Kit

Denise

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6 posted 2001-12-22 10:48 AM

This is precious, Nan! One of my favorite Christmas poems!

GenXer
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since 2001-12-15

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7 posted 2001-12-22 01:23 PM

Nan - This is a wonderful Christmas story. Well done.

Dave

Mysteria

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8 posted 2001-12-22 01:47 PM

What a beautiful story Nan, and one that will go on for years to come in the hearts of many, thank you for this, and a Merry Christ-mas~

~*~ The Very Best Of The Season To You And Yours ~*~

JamesMichael
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Kapolei, Hawaii, USA

9 posted 2001-12-22 01:52 PM

Nancy this is a nice blending of Jesus and Santa...for they both share the gift of giving...James

Mistletoe Angel

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Portland, Oregon

10 posted 2001-12-22 02:20 PM

(tears fall down my cheeks) Oh my gosh, this is soooooooooo beautiful, sweet Nan, the miracle of Christmas shiens in your loving heart! (sigh) I couldn't help but cry reading this to feel the warmth of Santa's face as he held the child close, feeling his Love and doing all his sharing and giving for him and all other children. (sigh) God Bless You, sweet friend, we all love you so much, your poem and the beautiful image are both so beautiful! (kiss on cheek) Have the happiest holidays, sweet friend! You have such a beautiful heart, sweet Nan, thank you for sharing!

May love and light always shine upon you!

Love,
Noah Eaton

Charisma

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11 posted 2001-12-22 03:23 PM

Nan how beautiful penned truly a treat to read....thank you for sharing this wonderful treat

((hugs))
Charisma

~*Theresia~*

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