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For Regina's McIntosh's Happy birthday contest.

Christmas Baby

Being born in December 
No one remembers 
That you celebrate your birth 

They are festive and bright
To celebrate Christ
With days and plays in church

There’s Christmas towns
And lights all around
With family feasts to enjoy

You learn very young
The birthday party fun
Is not more important than the Lord

But still it’s a treat
To be a Christmas baby
Born on December eleventh 

Cake was still sweet
Mom put up the tree
And it was just like heaven

Because I was alive
Two weeks from Christmas time
I was considered a gift

So even if my friends 
Forget my birthday again 
I had a tree up with double gifts

It’s a blessing to be
A Christmas baby 
Even if the Lord gets the rejoice 

I can delight
In the festive lights 
And feel happy to share joy

Born in poverty 
In a manger the history
Tells a story of a shining star

That guided wise men
To the place where in
The Christ would win their heart

So with gifts 
They made the long trip
Careful to keep the location secret

For the child was chosen
Prophecy was golden
Even enemies believe it

The little babe
Is the One who saves
Born to a virgin named Mary

His life is destined 
With strife and blessings 
A cross He will carry.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2024

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Sands Avatar
December 22, 2024 at 2:21 PM
Very nice Karen. Happy Birthday and Merry Christmas. :)
Jones Avatar
December 22, 2024 at 2:54 PM
Merry Christmas Heidi and thank you!
Singh Avatar
December 20, 2024 at 11:59 PM
Feeling near to the Lord.Very nice.
Jones Avatar
December 21, 2024 at 12:14 AM
Thank you Akham!
Williams Avatar
December 20, 2024 at 10:21 PM
So let me add another belated birthday wish to you Karen and make it a double wish for a Happy and Joyous Christmas. Your Mum got blessed with the gift of you. I loved your poem, Hugs Maria
Jones Avatar
December 20, 2024 at 11:17 PM
Thanks Maria and merry Christmas!
mysore Avatar
December 17, 2024 at 2:41 AM
Is that why you are so special? blessed with sweet smile dear poet? Be happy always...
Jones Avatar
December 17, 2024 at 5:05 AM
You are so kind. Thanks and God bless you!
Read Avatar
December 13, 2024 at 8:22 AM
A wonderful poem Karen, your parents received the perfect gift the year you were born. xx
Jones Avatar
December 13, 2024 at 12:48 PM
Aw thank you John! When were you born? I’m sure your parents feel blessed!
Andresen Avatar
December 13, 2024 at 5:27 AM
- A beautiful poem ... a month to celebrate twice for you ... hope your day was not forgotten by your friends, Karen :) - Congratulations :) - Best wishes in the contest :) - hugs
Jones Avatar
December 13, 2024 at 11:15 AM
One of my best friends is a Jehovah Witness so she doesn’t recognize my birthday or holidays. My other friends texted and it’s fine as I know they’re strapped with other holiday obligations.But had a lovely dinner with my son! Hope your holiday is fabulous Anne-Lise Ty!
Tor Avatar
December 12, 2024 at 2:36 PM
Beautiful story told here Karen..Karen I am a day late I have been sick with the flu. Happy, Happy, Happy birthday yesterday to you, Happy birthday to you, Happy birthday Dearest Karen may all your wishes come true. Big Hug and much love I sent to you hon. I hope you enjoyed your birthday and it was a special day when you were born. God bless you and know that your many friends here care and love you. Big hug, and may you have good health and prosperity for the New Year....
Jones Avatar
December 12, 2024 at 3:21 PM
So sorry to hear you were ill. Please take good care and drink plenty fluids to help your recovery. I appreciate your wishes and your thoughts touch my heart Michael. Do have a blessed Christmas and take care of yourself. Love and light hugs to you. May your new year be blessed with good health and prosperity as well! Blessings!
Greenhough Avatar
December 12, 2024 at 6:45 AM
A great poem that relates to many people. I've heard their stories about being forgotten on December birthdays. Your poem shows how special they are. I appreciated your words.
Jones Avatar
December 12, 2024 at 1:45 PM
Thanks Hilda!
Dietrich Avatar
December 11, 2024 at 12:46 PM
This is nice to know about you. Actually your birthdate is still far away enough from Actual Dec. 25 to not interfere too much with it. My two grand daughters, One is Dec 26, and the other Dec 27, so that's even worse. haha. They are not even in school to celebrate with friends. I would not want to be born on Christmas!!
Jones Avatar
December 11, 2024 at 1:32 PM
Wow bless your grand daughters hearts! Well people use that my birthday is so close to Christmas as an excuse to forget the date! lol I am glad I wasn’t born on Christmas Day too! Thanks for reading!
Empress Avatar
December 11, 2024 at 7:44 AM
Dear karen, poetic soul, happy birthday! I hope you are having a beautiful one and you are blessed with nothing but all that you deserve today and always which is all good things for all that you give others too selflessly! I understand no one remembering to celebrate birthdays on dec as mine is on january first. HAPPY BIRTHDAY! And this is so well written too. As always . Sending you light always
Jones Avatar
December 11, 2024 at 8:53 AM
Wow January 1st! You must have had lots of fireworks on your birthday! I know you understand . Thanks for the wishes it means a lot when you live alone! Hugs love light
Gentile Avatar
December 11, 2024 at 4:33 AM
A lovely true Christmas story Karen!!AND happy birthday xxoo Enjoy your day!!!
Jones Avatar
December 11, 2024 at 5:23 AM
Thanks Mike.
Cunningham Avatar
December 11, 2024 at 12:03 AM
You're certainly in good company Karen sharing the same month as our saviour, hope you had a lovely day. Tom
Jones Avatar
December 11, 2024 at 3:57 AM
Thanks Tom!
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