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One Frosty Winter's Eve

Remembering a Christmas from a very long time ago

One frosty winter's eve
      We went to look for a Christmas Tree
After searching until nearly dark
            We found one and the truck did park

My husband got out the old tree stand
       Put the tree in, fastened and it looked grand
Freezing we came inside, I made a fire
            Then made hot chocolate we did desire

Tree in place, a meal eaten
        Hot chocolate sipped we felt beaten
We decided the tree to decorate in the morn
              Many ornaments upon it we'd adorn

During the night an odor permeated the house
       It disturbed my sleep even though all quiet as mouse
When six o'clock alarm loudly sang
             I jumped up, hit the floor with a band

Some animals upon that tree had sprayed its scent   
       So out the door it and stand all went  
That was the first time I bought a tree
             It's beauty and scent did please me

I probably won't decorate this year
       I'm old, worn out __my dear
Christmas is special in so many ways
            But those wild cedars in the woods can stay

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sara Etgen-Baker December 10, 2025 at 5:50 PM I appreciate the nostalgic feel and the memories you shared in this poem. A delightful read, Sara K. hugs, Sara B Sara Kendrick December 11, 2025 at 4:08 AM Thank you, Sara B., for reading and finding a comment to share with me. Sara K

Victor Buhagiar December 10, 2025 at 1:14 AM Great poem. You used senses especially imagery. A delight to read. Sara Kendrick December 10, 2025 at 4:56 AM Why, thank you, Victor. I don't remember if I used this one in a contest or not. I think maybe I did, but who knows if it will place or not. Sara K

James Peranteau December 9, 2025 at 4:52 PM here in pa. Sara, the (whoever) that care for the tree'z in the wooded pa owned land spray a chemical on the evergreenz that when temperature rises to a set degree, a stench emits which will gag uh skunk... ") Sara Kendrick December 9, 2025 at 5:08 PM James, LOL. So your father out skunked the skunk. LOL..Very clever. Thanks for dropping by and commenting. It made my day. Sara K..The tree came off our land and we had not sprayed any of our trees. Some animal had used it as their marking tree. LOL

Paula Goldsmith December 9, 2025 at 1:46 PM Your "One Frosty Winter's Eve" is a wonderful write/story. Great memories are the best kind to have. Great Picture... "Good Luck" if for a contest. Have a lovely day writing away.......... Sara Kendrick December 9, 2025 at 2:08 PM Thank you, Paula. I appreciate the visit and encouraging words. Sara K

anamika singh December 9, 2025 at 7:43 AM the essence of Christmas is beautifully laid out. it is simple to read and feels warm and nostalgic being given a very real ending which is quite encapsulating, showing the passing of time and our journey with it. yet the essence of Christmas is still fragrant. Sara Kendrick December 9, 2025 at 2:07 PM Why, Anamika, your comments are lovely. I appreciate the high praise. I appreciate the visit and taking time to comment. Sara K

Valsa George December 8, 2025 at 7:57 AM Great Christmas memory. Though old, still you can keep a Christmas tree and decorate it. Beautiful poem. Sara Kendrick December 8, 2025 at 4:03 PM Thank you, Valsa, for the encouragement to have a tree. I haven't had one in several years. I have put out a few things for Christmas like a Nativity scene that I have but I am not able to do very much anymore. Sara K

Howard Kerr December 8, 2025 at 3:58 AM I wish you the very, very best of luck with this exceptional tale. The literary craft, seasonal scene setting, and superior closing lines make this a serious contender for any competition. Thanks Sara, for your recent reflections on my work, Howard Sara Kendrick December 8, 2025 at 5:43 AM For the uplifting and encouraging review, Howard, I thank you. I hope you got a chuckle from it and it made your day brighter. Sara K