Carolyn Devonshire Poet Free verse

Essence of the Holidays

frantic shoppers bustling through crowded stores
holidays take on new meaning

department store Santas
delight children’s dreams
great expectations 

peace and love permeate the atmosphere
remember the Babe in Bethlehem
born in bitter winds, but bringing warmth to the world

getting caught up in the commercialization
defuses the harmony of celebration

love is the greatest gift to bestow
camaraderie and brotherhood align with God’s plan



*Entry for Brian’s “Your Choice Once More” contest

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Russell Sivey November 11, 2011 at 9:50 AM This, Carolyn, is exactly what happens during the holiday! People don't see their family, or any loved ones, but they are so caught up looking for something to buy! Do the kids suffer the most? I think so!! Awesome job!!

Robert A. Dufresne November 10, 2011 at 5:28 PM You've got that right where it should be at Carolyn. Thank you for sharing such an important truth. lovely poem..good luck in Brian's contest. as much as you love the winter snow (had my fill of working in that stuff)..got any plans to basque in the white stuff soon?

James Marshall Goff November 10, 2011 at 4:45 PM Poetry Soup Love is Carorlyn D. forever...jimbo

Tim B November 10, 2011 at 1:29 PM Like it, love it, we need some more of it. Truly the essence has been lost. Blessed be those who give up to give out. Pray for the homeless this Christmas season, and of course pray that we will get back to the true essence of the holidays. Great poem as always Mrs. Carolyn.

Daver Austin November 10, 2011 at 12:44 PM Despite commercialization, I still get a warm feeling at Christmas time. "Peace and love permeate the atmosphere, even in the crowded mall. I really do believe. LUck in the contest. Love, daver

Sara Kendrick November 10, 2011 at 12:15 PM Enjoyed reading your lastest work..Good luck in Brian's contest..Reads like a winners' circle to me..Thanks for stopping by, reading, and commenting on my work..Sara

Jack Horne November 10, 2011 at 11:26 AM Lovely write, my friend. My gran always said, 'Christmas is too commercial these days.' I'm beginning to see what she meant...