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Christmas Gifts
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Christmas Gifts |
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Marsha
since 2000-07-10
Posts 7423Maidstone Kent England 
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Christmas Gifts Christmas gifts, twinkling lights Ice cold air and frosty nights Warming fires, eyes aglow Cold still nights, a hint of snow Somewhere else a baby cries Children’s faces with hunger’s eyes No chance for them to feel the joy Of unwrapping the latest Christmas toy Trees glimmer with tinsel shine All is cosy, warm and fine Christmas food with lots to eat Families gather friends do meet Somewhere else a war does rage Children die at a tender age No chance their empty plates will fill Not for them a season of good will Christmas spirit gifts galore Santa, sleigh bells and much more Too much of that, too little of this The softest touch of true hope’s bliss Somewhere else a child’s life is lost Hope lies broken, wars true cost Tears of despair seep from sad eyes And sorrow waits in each sunrise Christmas brings joy and love to you But somewhere else that doesn’t hold true Marsha Breathe through the heat of our desire |
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VAS Member Rara Avis
since 2000-11-16
Posts 7450Oregon |
If only... Whether on the shoal or on the shore, |
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whiskey
since 1999-12-28
Posts 1278Australia |
So very true, its sad to think about those less fortunate than ourselves to live in lucky countries. Hope is something we can all share, hope that the world becomes a better place for the children of tommorrow. very well written  |
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Toerag Member Ascendant
since 1999-07-29
Posts 5622Ala bam a |
VERY VERY WELL DONE.... |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
Can I ditto Toe? *G* An outstanding juxtaposition of the have and the have nots, peace and war, prosperity and poverty... this is fantastic!!! |
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Pilgrimage Member Elite
since 2001-12-04
Posts 3945Texas, USA |
That's true, and well-written. Sigh. Nan (Pilgrim variety) |
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Paul Wilson
since 2002-07-07
Posts 4711United States |
Marsha~ Tears of sorrow from my heart leave their tracks on my face.Thanks for sharing...Paul |
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regards2you Member Elite
since 2002-10-01
Posts 3940California |
Marsha, this is heartbreakly true. You captured the plight of children in war torn countries, so well. Thanks for sharing this. Warmest regards, Pat ..without surrender, be on good terms with all persons.. |
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Kethry Member Rara Avis
since 2000-07-29
Posts 9082Victoria Australia |
I loved the contrast, I love the caring heart that painted the contrast. Keth Here in the midst of my lonely abyss, a single joy I find...your presence in my mind. Unknown |
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Balladeer
Administrator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-05
Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA |
You have outdone yourself here, mushy. You set up the contrast in a perfect way to hit with power. I admire the poem and you for the creation..  |
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DeeJuneBug New Member
since 2002-12-05
Posts 8DeLand, Florida |
Dear Marsha...Hope you don't mind me stopping by to take a 'peep'... It is sad, but true, that as some celebrate all they have...others weep and go hungry and much worse. I know, I for one, will remember your words, and their reminder of the less fortunate, much more vividly this holiday season. I will pray that *miracles* are sent to all those in need of them...as I am also reminded of the *miracles* this holiday season stands for... Much Love to my friend across the ocean *Happiness* Loves Company too *Ü* |
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SmartChick Member Rara Avis
since 2001-09-23
Posts 7081On A Journey To The Unknown |
This is so true, Marsha! It saddens my heart so much to think of all the children who are doing without. |
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Krissy Senior Member
since 2002-02-22
Posts 556kent England |
Mum this is wonderful writing. I am glad I am not one of those children left out in the cold otherwise I would freeze wouldn’t I. This poem is very true for England it is very cold indeed, lovely writing again mum love it. Very well written   love and warm stuff as always Krissy And while thy willing soul transpiers |
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EagleOne Member Elite
since 2000-03-07
Posts 2829Between a laugh and a tear... |
You have said much with this one, well done! |
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Mistletoe Angel 
since 2000-12-17
Posts 32816Portland, Oregon |
 (big huggsssssssss) Oh Marsha, that is actually why I went by the name Mistletoe Angel here: I believe that every day should be like Christmas and that Christmas is for everyone and every child should feel happy on this day which sadly is not true and I wish to help the less fortunate! (sad sigh) God Bless You, sweet friend, you have such a loving compassionate heart, we all love you so much! You have such a beautiful heart, sweet Marsha, thank you for sharing!  May love and light always shine upon you! Love Noah Eaton "Underneath your clothes there's an endless story..." |
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nakdthoughts Member Laureate
since 2000-10-29
Posts 19200Between the Lines |
made me sigh upon reading it again... hugssss M |
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