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I Excised the Word Xmas

"I want a season that whispers, "Jesus." Ann Voskamp 'Twas the night before Xmas... No, No. WAIT! That big X woefully negates Christ's birth ~ A phrase I detest and makes me irate because it diminishes Jesus' worth. At Christmas, presents are always gifted What greater gift could there be, but His life? Pity, the name of the season shifted where only joyful merriment is rife. "X" out Santa Claus from the occasion and there'd be a tumult of objections. There's no balance in such an equation. These are my sentiments and reflections. I celebrate His sacrifice each day, sans a tinseled tree or lights on display, so I have excised "Xmas" as a word for its use is Biblically absurd. November 27, 2021 "X" Contest hosted by Constance la France

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Lisle Ryder

Date: 12/5/2021 3:23:00 PM

Yes Lin, Xmas is one sense an irritating commercial abbreviation. Yet in another it can bracket God's incarnation.

Lin Lane
Date: 12/5/2021 3:34:00 PM

It seems most people are quick to celebrate His birth, but much less attention is paid for the reason He was born. I celebrate His death because it offers us eternal salvation. Thanks, Lisle.

Paulette Calasibetta

Date: 12/1/2021 8:18:00 AM

Great write, and a well deserved win in the contest. The point you make couldn't be more clear; the commercialization of the sacred holiday is pervasive and our world has values that are askew. Blessings, Paulette

Lin Lane
Date: 12/5/2021 3:33:00 PM

I am delighted with your comments. It's all very true, Paulette.

Reason A. Poteet

Date: 11/30/2021 9:34:00 PM

I would agree with you whole-heartedly. It's like celebrating someone's birthday and giving all your attention to another personage, who's not even real. Congrats on your placement; hallelujah on your piece.

Lin Lane
Date: 12/5/2021 3:32:00 PM

Thank you very much, Reason.

Debra L Brown

Date: 11/29/2021 6:28:00 PM

Congratulations on your win! Enjoyed, Debra

Lin Lane
Date: 11/30/2021 6:35:00 AM

Thank you, Debra.

Lindsay Laurie

Date: 11/29/2021 2:52:00 PM

Hello Lin ... the commercial world has already desecrated Christmas enough. The true meaning of Christmas needs reviving. You've done a great job here Lin - Lindsay

Lin Lane
Date: 11/30/2021 6:35:00 AM

I couldn't agree with you more, Lindsay. Thank you very much.

Constance La France

Date: 11/29/2021 2:22:00 PM

Lin, excellent and congratulations on your First Place Win in my "X" (Xmas) New/Old Contest. I think your poem is beautiful and wonderfully penned and your quote is great ~ love and serenity _Constance

Lin Lane
Date: 11/30/2021 6:35:00 AM

Thank you very sincerely for honoring it, Constance. It was a good opportunity to witness my beliefs.

Joanna Daniel

Date: 11/29/2021 12:53:00 AM

You are so right in speaking out your thoughts, Lin:) congratulations:)

Lin Lane
Date: 11/29/2021 4:10:00 AM

Thank you so very much, Jo.

Mark Koplin

Date: 11/28/2021 5:07:00 PM

Congratulations on your win Lin! This particular word now holds several meanings. I don’t like it either. You have penned a wonderful piece here. I still can’t believe you’re back. I’m so glad you returned!!

Lin Lane
Date: 11/29/2021 4:10:00 AM

Thanks an awful lot, Mark. What a nice welcome I've had from so many that knew me, as well as from new poets I've yet to read. I appreciate your friendship and comments, as always, Mark.

John Hamilton

Date: 11/28/2021 1:41:00 PM

We speak the truth, some will agree some will disagree, but speak the truth we must!

Lin Lane
Date: 11/29/2021 4:08:00 AM

We must for it's what He expects of us. Thank you, JD.

Jan Allison

Date: 11/27/2021 12:14:00 PM

well said Lin I dont like the word Xmas we should put Christ in Christmas but sadly that too is forgotten and its all commerciailsed under the pile of presents and food:-( hugs Jan xx

Lin Lane
Date: 11/29/2021 4:08:00 AM

It's a shortcut that should be cut from everyone's vocabulary! Thanks for agreeing, Ja.

Rico Leffanta

Date: 11/27/2021 9:56:00 AM

X=? Ex-Mass? Does XXX represent lots of kisses, poison, or whiskey? I am confused . . . .

Lin Lane
Date: 11/29/2021 4:07:00 AM

X marks the spot, but it doesn't always unearth a treasure.

John Lawless
Date: 11/27/2021 2:28:00 PM

X ..... you are here!

Lin Lane
Date: 11/27/2021 10:14:00 AM

X never has a good connotation to me...X rated!!! lol Thanks for commenting, Rico.

Tom Cunningham

Date: 11/27/2021 9:41:00 AM

Well said Lin, I've never liked that term Xmas, must be a pagan thing. We've had adverts on TV for weeks now, the shops full of cheap tat. Shame the birth of jesus is ignored by many. Tom

Lin Lane
Date: 11/27/2021 10:13:00 AM

That term has always been a source of contention with me, Tom. It's sacrilegious. Thanks for your input on the subject. I always appreciate your thoughts. Have a great weekend!