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A little brown paper bag (blank verse)
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A little brown paper bag (blank verse) |
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paladin
since 2001-08-05
Posts 930Pensacola,Fl. 
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Christmas was different on the poor side of town If dad was layed off Santa skipped your house I remember a sparesly limbed tree lovingly decked with home made ornaments An old set of bubble lights and pop corn reigned over a small pile of gifts No bright new bicycle or train set No cute baby dolls for my sisters Presents were warm things to wear a new sweater or pair of mittens Our church was poor in earthly things We still had the traditional play with shepards in flannel bath robes and angels with tissue paper wings Every one was certain to get at lest one gift The preacher passed out a small paper bags Filled with hard candy,a satsuma, a small apple and pecans I have known many kinds of Christmasses Some with fancy store bought trees But I still remember the poor days And the joy of the little brown paper bag paladin [This message has been edited by paladin (12-08-2002 07:40 AM).] |
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regards2you Member Elite
since 2002-10-01
Posts 3940California |
Robert, This is so touching. I love it! Thank you for sharing it with us. It is special.... Warmest regards, Pat  ..without surrender, be on good terms with all persons.. |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
You always bring true meanings with you when you post. Thank you for this wonderful bag of goodies. |
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garysgirl 
since 2002-09-29
Posts 19237Florida, USA |
Paladin, our little church still hands out a little brown paper bag to everyone on the night of the Christmas program. And, the shepherds still wear the flannel costumes, though some are home-made. Come to think of it, I think the angels wings are made of some sort of paper. Anyway, I do know that they aren't costumes bought from the store. I loved the sentiments you put in this wonderful Christmas poem. Thank you for sharing your heart.  "Love makes the world go around" |
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NewEnglandlazurlu Member Rara Avis
since 2002-01-04
Posts 7470A Mountain Paradise |
Robert, you have captured a time in my life that will always hold the best memories of Christmas. There were no fancy trees, gifts or costumes when our Lord and Savior was born. He brought a simple message of peace and love. Thank you dear man ... Marti |
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Seymour Tabin Member Empyrean
since 1999-07-07
Posts 31720Tamarac Fla |
paladin You have pushed the button of memories, thank you. |
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Computer Junior Member
since 2002-12-08
Posts 10Norfolk, NE |
I grew up poor, so I can definitely relate. |
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Marge Tindal
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
Paladin~ I love 'little brown paper bag' memories ... got some of those myself~ This is tenderly touching ... and such a reminder of the need to reach into my past and gently caress the memoried gifts~  Thank you dear poet ... and the merriest of Holiday memories to you~ *Huglets* ~*Marge*~ ~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~ |
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Martie
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
paladin This momory brings to home the special love in the meaning of Christmas |
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Mistletoe Angel
since 2000-12-17
Posts 32816Portland, Oregon |
(big hugggsssssss) Oh Robert, though I never grew up in those times, I truly believe to be thankful for what you have is the most beautiful blessing of all and I would be happy just getting brown bags and Christmas cards during the holidays! (smiles) God Bless You, sweet friend, this shines with love and giving, we all love you so much! You have such a beautiful heart, sweet Robert, thank you for sharing! May love and light always shine upon you! Love, Noah Eaton "Underneath your clothes there's an endless story..." Shakira [This message has been edited by Mistletoe Angel (12-08-2002 01:46 PM).] |
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passing shadows Member Empyrean
since 1999-08-26
Posts 45577displaced |
my children should read this...we should all read this and remember our blessings. |
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scorpio Member Ascendant
since 2002-10-02
Posts 5178right...there |
Well done, Robert...this poem stirred memories of past Christmasses..thank you.. |
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Nightshade
since 2001-08-31
Posts 13962just out of reach |
Dear paladin - thankyou for this heartfelt write. May you have a very happy and healthy Christmas season - and ditto for the New Year. hugs, Chris "Hope" is the thing with feathers- |
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Cpat Hair
since 2001-06-05
Posts 11793 |
I've been handed those bags...and known the joy they held... liked this a great deal. |
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