Happy Holidays

For one lone month each year, we gladly pause
For those we love. for those who are in need,
To play the role of dear, old Santa Claus
And lovely story of the Christ Child, read.

And as the bells ring out gaily, anew
In happy music heard around the Earth
And with great joy that through the ages grew,
Rejoicing in the loving Savior's birth.

With modesty, I add my little verse,
Just one small voice to make a wish for you,
As others gather and with love rehearse,
"Merry Christmas and Happy New Year" too.

Thank God for all the holiday treasure,
He's given to us without strict measure


Ring size 7

Copyright © | Year Posted 2018



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Date: 10/28/2018 6:53:00 PM
Joyce, I REALLY love this! Janice
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Date: 10/28/2018 10:19:00 AM
You have ably captured the true spirit of Christmas, dear Joyce! Congratulations on your lovely win. Best regards // paul
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Date: 10/27/2018 7:23:00 PM
Congratulations on a very well written poem, Joyce!! The several beautiful messages you wrapped up so nicely and concisely in your sonnet are your holiday gift to us, I believe! :) If you have time, please read my entry, "Holiday Happiness," as it contains some similar thoughts. Many, many blessings to you, my friend! :) Bartholomew
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Date: 10/27/2018 2:08:00 PM
Congratulations, Joyce. Your poem is so lovely. Best wishes. Deb
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Date: 10/27/2018 1:28:00 PM
This is so beautiful Joyce. I am happy to see it honored high on the winner's list. Congratulations! : )
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Date: 10/27/2018 1:03:00 AM
Congrats Joyce.
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Date: 10/26/2018 11:35:00 PM
Congratulations on your win, Joyce! Your entry is lovely and has perfect sonnet form too. Both Jack and I love it! Hugs, Carolyn
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Date: 10/20/2018 11:12:00 AM
Hi Joyce : I was touched by your remembrance of God in recalling positive dates in our life. My compliments!!
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Date: 10/20/2018 11:09:00 AM
Hi Joyce: I was touched by your remembrance of God and
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Date: 10/17/2018 7:40:00 AM
It's so lovely to 'hear your voice' once again, Joyce. You drew me in with your beautiful land of the lemon trees and this sonnet was another joy to read. Best wishes Wendy
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Date: 10/16/2018 1:17:00 AM
This is so beautiful, and it in a way reminds me, Christmas is for all seasons, the spirit of it! So very well written!!!
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