A Leprechaun's Christmas Magic

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Author's Notes: This poem, "A Leprechaun's Christmas Magic," was written in free verse. This is another co-authored poem by my wife, Ingrid, and me. (This particular write does have some similarities to another poem -- a rhymed couple -- we just finished together, entitled: "A Leprechaun's Christmas Dream.") Now, this newest poem, "A Leprechaun's Christmas Magic," plays on the common metaphor of a Leprechaun's "pot of gold" which is supposed to appear at the end of "God's Divine Rainbow." We go beyond this common theme and apply its conceptual circumstance to another "pot of gold" that each of us can readily find in the very spirit and hearts of the people who surround us at Christmas -- most usually, our loved ones and very good friends. Finally, with all of this magic in the air which is palpable around Christmas, we metaphorically end this write with the poetic notion that the "subject" Leprechaun of this poem is indeed guiding YOU THE READER, in effect, to "The Golden Heart of Christmas!" Merry Christmas to All!! (Gary Bateman and Ingrid Krukenberg-Bateman - December 3, 2015) (Rhymed Couplet)

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A Leprechaun’s Christmas Magic And so, perhaps it’s no illusion at all— When you can feel some magic in a special time; A special time like Christmas! There is maybe a magical Leprechaun around, To show people his mythic “Pot of Gold” which Lies at the end of God’s Divine Rainbow! Yet there’s always another “Pot of Gold” to find too; One that lies in the very spirit and hearts of the people Around you especially now at Christmas time! And so, try your best always to look carefully when You may sense and feel that this magic is in the air; And that Leprechaun is guiding you now in kind to “The Golden Heart of Christmas!” Gary Bateman and Ingrid Krukenberg-Bateman A Collaborated Poem – Copyright © All Rights Reserved December 3, 2015 (Free Verse)

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Paul Callus

Date: 12/8/2015 10:45:00 AM

Well done, Gary & Ingrid, for a delightful collaboration. As usual, your explanatory notes enlighten us even more. #7 The 'Leprechaun' is no illusion...nor is Christmas! Let us all do our best so that its spirit reigns in our hearts. ~ All the best. // paul

Gary Bateman
Date: 12/8/2015 3:07:00 PM

Thanks Paul!! This one was fun to do -- especially with my wife. Thanks for the "7" too!! Merry Christmas to you from Ingrid and me!! Cheers and Best, Gary

Liam Mcdaid

Date: 12/6/2015 1:56:00 PM

it sparkles in the essence of both your pens like a snowflake your quills melted together very beautifully excellent piece

Gary Bateman
Date: 12/8/2015 3:05:00 PM

Thanks Liam Mate!! Cheers, Gary

Dorian Petersen Potter

Date: 12/4/2015 1:24:00 AM

Hi G n' Ingrid! A very beautiful and enchanting Leprechaun's Christmas Magic poem,you've painted here my dear friends.Very beautifully written in Free Verse,G.I truly enjoyed it!Just captivating!A beautiful n' magical write.Just awesome!Outstanding piece!Great imagery!Excellent collaborations!Golden pens!A 7 + to each! A fav!Sending my love n' prayers to you n' Ingrid as always, G.Take good care of each other now.All the best to you always, G!And keep the ink flowing!:))Wishing you both a very lovely weekend!In his light God bless you always!:) D.

Gary Bateman
Date: 12/4/2015 5:28:00 AM

Thanks D!! We both really appreciate your very kinds words here and the 7/FAV!! Being "Half-Irish" by ancestral heritage always brings out the Leprechaun at times in some of my writes. (That's probably why Liam and I work so well together on co-writes too!!) Ingrid and I are very pleased you like this poem. Merry Christmas and Best Wishes, G.

Anne-Lise Andresen

Date: 12/3/2015 7:37:00 AM

- "The Golden Heart of Christmas" comes from you in this beautiful poem, Ingrid and Gary - Best wishes for a wonderful day to you both - hugs // Anne-Lise :)

Gary Bateman
Date: 12/3/2015 5:25:00 PM

We thought you might like this one too Dear Anne-Lise!! And you did!! Our best wishes to you as well. Cheers, Gary