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Glowing Delight

Asked by a husband, each year before November ends. His wife sits waiting, to see the tree upon the hill. Messages of waiting, upon the first night, she sends. To the building, that displays a tree, so still. Each year, a tree lit on an, November night She patiently waits at first, with anticipation growing. Looking out her window, she gazes upon one delight. This is a sign; Christmas is near as this tree is glowing. He tells me she is watching, upon the mark of twilight. He says it brings joy to her heart and tears to eyes. To see the giant tree adorned, in brilliant color of white. Truly a scene of beauty, which floats below the skies, This tradition, handed down, before nineteen forties. Vividly seen for miles, marking the seasons cheer, Tree of lights that adorn a building rooftop with ease, We all see this view, admiring, until the New Year.

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Date: 12/19/2009 9:01:00 PM
Very nice write and a nice view to a beautiful tradition. Congrats on your win in Caroline's contest. Merry Christmas, Caroline.
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Date: 12/7/2009 6:21:00 AM
This touched my heart! Congratulations on your win in Carolyn's "Christmas in My Home Town" Contest! Peace and love, Audrey
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Date: 12/2/2009 11:58:00 AM
Cecil, congratulations on your win in Carolyn's contest >> James
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Date: 12/2/2009 7:29:00 AM
Cecil, please send me your email address so I can send your your winner's certificate! Much love, Carolyn
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Date: 12/1/2009 10:54:00 PM
I can see the glowing tree, Cecil, and feel the joy of those who behold it in your poem, here. Wonderfully full of rich memories. Congrats on your win in Carolyn's contest. I think I can speak for her when I say that we love sponsoring the contests and feel grateful that people are compelled to write and participate. Big hugs, my friend! Donna
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Date: 12/1/2009 7:16:00 PM
Congratulations on your lovely poem and your win. Love, Joyce
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Date: 12/1/2009 3:49:00 PM
Congrats, Cecil, on your winning poem in Carolyn's contest.. well deserved win.. blessings .. luv.. Linda-Marie, "Sweetheart"
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Date: 10/23/2009 1:41:00 PM
You have me smiling with this uplifting view. Good use of imagery. If you decide to enter the contest with this poem, best wishes. Nice one!!! Thank you for your kind words on my poem. Have a wonderful weekend. Karen
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Date: 10/20/2009 2:06:00 AM
Yes! We have one in our town too. A beautiful jewel. Thank you for sharing. Love, Lainie
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Date: 10/19/2009 9:04:00 AM
A masterpiece, Cecil. The images and message transcend time. Thank you so much for sharing this vividly painted image of Christmas! Love, Carolyn
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