Ann Peck Poet Couplet

Merry Xmas

Christmas boxes and ribbons from last year,
gatherings starting with those we hold dear,
gift paper, sprinkles, sparkling golden bows,
noisy silver bells on elves' twinkling toes.

Angels and carolers midst lovely lights.
Spicy kitchens, cookies, pumpkin delights.
stars shining down on a calm midnight clear,
we pause to reflect on this fleeting year.

Hanging the tinsel, we try to pretend
our world isn't hurting, we needn't mend
someone will feed those with little to eat
and fit shoes over their tired, bunioned feet.

So, we take our gifts, find some needy souls,
who are hungry, hurt, victims of life's tolls.
The smiles on their faces, and childrens' glee,
Gifts to us--hearts warmed by love's canopy

Our souls are expanded by miles and miles
when love reaches far to warm others' smiles.

November 26, 2021
"X" New or Old Poetry Contest
Sponsored by Constance La France
A Second Place

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Paula Goldsmith November 30, 2021 at 10:01 AM Congratulations on your win with your "Merry Xmas" write. Have a blessed day with your wonderful win...............

Anitha Jayasankar November 30, 2021 at 2:19 AM "The smiles on their faces, and children's glee, gifts to us --hearts warmed by love's canopy"...loved these lines Ann. Congratulations on your win in the contest...Hugs...~ Ani Ann Peck November 30, 2021 at 11:26 AM Dear Ani, Thank you so much for your sweet comments, and for loving those lines. Because, as I know you know, giving brings the most joy. :)

Constance La France November 29, 2021 at 2:39 PM Ann, wonderful poem and congratulations on your Second Place Win in my "X" (Xmas) New/Old Contest ~ love and serenity _Constance Ann Peck November 30, 2021 at 11:23 AM Thank you so much, Constance ~ and for your reminder :) Your contests are always filled with love and beauty. I'm happy to be a part.

Victor Buhagiar November 28, 2021 at 10:27 AM Cleverly done celebrating Our Lord's birth.

Craig Cornish November 28, 2021 at 5:18 AM Comforting thoughts Ann Ann Peck November 30, 2021 at 11:20 AM Thank you, Craig. I really need to get off this soapbox :) I hope you have happy holidays.

Harry Horsman November 27, 2021 at 6:34 PM Wonderful early Christmas gift, this poem, Ann. Thanks.

Debra L Brown November 26, 2021 at 5:57 PM Hi Ann, Lovely poem, Blessings~ Debbie Ann Peck November 27, 2021 at 10:42 AM Thank you for commenting, Debbie. I appreciate it :)