Christmas Is

The time to go beyond your own self
To think of and do for others.
To pay it forward
Put yourself out there.

You may have nothing to offer,
You say?
A thoughtful word is all 
It may take.
A small gesture, a smile.
An act of kindness.
This may be better than any material gift,
You could buy.

You yourself may need this,
So pass on the good, and expect nothing in 
Return is the best gift of all.

Remember this;
It is a precious gift that will
Last you many years.

Brighten a heart, bring fond memories,
Of a time when someone touched your heart,
Lifts your soul, most of all,
It will be remembered.

Think of those you know, 
And those you don't
Your light can be the best gift of all!!
Pay it forward, this I challenge you...
Because this is what Christmas is 
ALL ABOUT!!

GypsyofEssence
Copyright © | Year Posted 2013

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Mehta Avatar
January 4, 2014 at 11:04 PM
Enjoyed the write on the Christmas and congrats on the win,
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January 4, 2014 at 10:44 PM
You re spreading the true meaning of Christmas spirit. Congratulations. Love, Joyce
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January 4, 2014 at 9:21 PM
Gypsy, .. Thank you for the lovely poem. Congratulations, and thank you for supporting my contest... Always & forever <3<3<3 LINDA
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December 26, 2013 at 11:00 PM
Love your thoughts on Christmas, wishing you late cheers... always LINDA
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