Hush of Christmas Past

white snow lay across the earth 
like a soft blanket 
families cuddle close 
before a welcoming fireplace 
trimming the tree 
laughing together
creating memories  
a time of hope and cheer 
young ones happy smiling faces 
looking at the bright tree 
waiting for Santa to bring presents 
maybe a treat 
hoping he knows they have been good
my dream would be to go back in time
when loving family surrounded me
memories are bittersweet
past Christmas images fill my mind 
bringing sadness and regret
So much heartache
please hush Christmas, let me forget
Copyright © | Year Posted 2014

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December 27, 2014 at 10:13 AM
Wonderful win Betty, hope you are well...Love Linda
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December 13, 2014 at 7:07 PM
Much enjoyed. Happy Holy Days. Congrad's on your win. Light & Love
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December 12, 2014 at 8:05 PM
Betty congratulations on your win
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December 12, 2014 at 7:21 PM
Congratulations on your win Betty.
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November 26, 2014 at 3:35 PM
Christmas can be a magical marvellous time especially when children are young and I cherish those memories - now Christmas reminds me of sad times and loss of friends and family - its not a fun time for everyone but we are expected to put on a happy face - brilliantly penned i hope this does well for you:-) Hugs jan xx
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