Central Ohio's Twelve Days of Yuletide Magic

Here in Central Ohio, when winter's chill descends, We celebrate for twelve whole days, our Yuletide dividends. Deep within the Buckeye land, where Aesculus genus grows, We throw our hands up with delight as C-bus gifts enclose. On the first day of the season, Columbus gave to me, a Strader's Nursery conifer, scarlet and gray tree. On the second day of the season, next to Scioto's run, two bright red cardinals spread their wings and play beneath the sun. On the third day of the season, in German Village quaint, three bratwursts are a-sizzling, and we eat with no restraint. On the fourth day of the season, beneath the Statehouse dome, are four historic artifacts saying O-H-I-O's our home. On the fifth day of the season, at Short North's gallery display, we act like art professors while we drink our Beaujolais. On the sixth day of the season, the Arena District's cheer, six Jackets skate together playing in blue hockey gear. On the seventh day of the season, at COSI's large expanse, seven planets spin above our heads, and we join the cosmic dance. On the eighth day of the season, at Hocking Hills so wild, eight waterfalls cascading, are nature's art compiled. On the ninth day of the season, in Dublin's Irish grace, nine Celtic dancers stepping, puts a smile on every face. On the tenth day of the season, within North Market Hall, ten food booths are a-beckoning with salty-sweet enthrall. On the eleventh day of the season, with carolers at the Zoo, eleven million lights a-twinkling, we can see them from the Shoe! On the twelfth day of the season, near Highbank's snowy scene, twelve sleds they are a-sliding, adding to this winter dream. In the heart call of Ohio, this season is our own, With flourishing traditions and a spirit brightly shown. The twelve whole days of Yuletide, and our region we adore, In Buckeye state the holidays keep magic evermore.
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Date: 11/10/2023 5:41:00 PM
Very nice, Jaymee! Congratulations!
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Date: 11/10/2023 6:58:00 AM
Love this one Jaymee. It is a nice spin from the original. Your rhymes are perfect Congratulations! :)
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Date: 11/10/2023 1:52:00 AM
I am learning so much about other countries with these informative poems, many congrats on your win:-) hugs jan xx
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Date: 11/9/2023 7:21:00 PM
Congratulations on your placement in the contest Jaymee!
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Date: 11/12/2023 9:53:00 AM
Thank you for such a lovely and creative prompt. It let me appreciate all the unique offerings in my area in a completely new way :)
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