Christmas Miracles In My Town

Oft' I have mused about what I would do should I win a ton of clams. (Of course I'd take my wife's sage advice and avoid the usual scams!) After taking care of my family, I'd take pleasure in giving the rest away, To those of lesser means, bringing miracles to their lives on Christmas day! I'd seek out the homeless vets to provide them with food, clothes and shoes, And send those well-deserving heroes on a vacation to anywhere they choose. I'd send World War Two heroes to visit their Memorial in DC before they die, To reminisce with their buddies, recalling the good, the bad and just to cry. I would see that Santa Claus provided a coat and shoes to all the little ones, And dollies for the little girls and for little boys, toy pickup trucks and guns. And for their Moms and Dads who due to economic times are facing stress, Arrange heat and food for their home and for Mom a Macy's coat and dress! I'd throw the biggest party yet for families of heroes who defend our nation, And provide a college scholarship for each of their kids to further their education. I'd seek out old folks homes and those in hospice to give them a hug and hope, And make life as comfortable for them as possible to be better able to cope. I would ensure that the soup kitchens had more than ample food to feed, All of God's precious lambs on Christmas Day who are hurting and in need. I would donate a sizeable check to my church and go there to kneel and pray, To thank Him for the means to provide such miracles on this Christmas day! Robert L. Hinshaw, CMSgt, USAF, Retired © All Rights Reserved Tied for 2d place in Carolyn Devonshire's "Your Christmas Miracle" Contest - Dec 2011