Presents Under the Tree

Children staring at presents under the tree Eager eyes wide open and full of wondering, They know Mama’s been on a shopping spree. Packages tied up with ribbons, sometimes three Sends their active imaginations wandering, Children staring at presents under the tree. No presents until Christmas, despite their plea, They’ve even think about secretly plundering They know Mama’s been on a shopping spree. Anxiously, they study the packages on one knee Around the tree they find themselves meandering Children staring at presents under the tree. What will Santa bring? They can hardly wait to see Christmas Eve approaches, stomachs are churning, They know Mama’s been on a shopping spree. A large box behind the tree, could it be for me? Too far back to investigate without blundering, They know Mama’s been on a shopping spree Children staring at presents under the tree.
Written November 30, 2022

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Date: 11/30/2022 9:26:00 PM
You have captured their restless guessing and how they look forward to opening their presents beautifully, Milt:)
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L Milton Hankins
Date: 12/1/2022 8:36:00 AM
Jo, thanks. It truly is a magical time of the year.
Date: 11/30/2022 12:52:00 PM
Now that all my three daughters have grown up it's the one thing I miss at Christmas, presents under the tree and them rushing downstairs full of excitement, paper everywhere. Happy memories.. Tom
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L Milton Hankins
Date: 11/30/2022 12:55:00 PM
I miss that, too, Tom. Christmas morning was wondrous as the children were absolutely overwhelmed with happiness and joy. My, how we spoiled them, I'm afraid.
Date: 11/30/2022 11:48:00 AM
Hello Milton, This is what Christmas is all about.Enjoy your day my friend.
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Darlene De Beaulieu
Date: 12/3/2022 11:59:00 AM
Hello Milton, You are welcome. Enjoy your day my friend.
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L Milton Hankins
Date: 11/30/2022 12:04:00 PM
Thank you for your comment, Darlene.
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