Running

the race is about to begin
it begins with the first ray of light
eyes are open and it only takes a second
to realize that it's Christmas Day

off fly the covers, instantly awake
all adrenalin for the year 
has been saved for this day
no "wake up sleepy head" this day

and the race is on
but one act of kindness is shared
before leaving the room
the waking of sleeping sibling

and it's time to get this army on the march
run! run! this is the day! it's here!
Santa been here Santa's been here
to the tree! to the tree!

see what Santa left for me
boxes, presents, toys
joy joy joy
for good little boys
Copyright © | Year Posted 2009

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Babcock Avatar
March 2, 2010 at 8:57 AM
The magic of Christmas to a child. God Bless Phyl
Lokken Avatar
December 31, 2009 at 11:26 AM
Awww, this is soooo sweet and nostalgic. I can picture your inner, little boy. Best wishes, Sara
Pickett Avatar
December 23, 2009 at 7:59 AM
Nice Holiday write here John... A nice early morning read...Thanks....God Bless...Taz
Shango Avatar
December 21, 2009 at 6:21 AM
We maybe all father's and parents, friend, and so bonded to the child ... the one we bring and the one in us you now so richly evoke. Good write. Thanks always for your kind thoughtfulness, and may your heart be filled of Christmas cheer.
Mason Avatar
December 18, 2009 at 2:38 PM
Cute write here, John. Don't know why (LOL) but I was always searching through the wrapping paper and ribbons for just one more!! ... smile ... Thank you sooooooooo much for your reading of my In The Now ... I really appreciated your interpretation!!
Scoville Avatar
December 18, 2009 at 1:13 PM
*chuckles* I remember those days and silly man I told you that one poem was NOT at you. At my judgemental family. I told you I felt worse. Alas I am off to work and enjoyed your poem. I left you another soup mail and I shall email when I return from my grueling night.... The Southern Belle
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December 18, 2009 at 10:49 AM
Great energy and joy in this poem, John!! You have become such a dear friend this year and I hope Santa rewards you for all of the kindness you have shown your father with a holiday filled with cheer and blessings. VERY nice work here! Love, carolyn
Chamma Avatar
December 18, 2009 at 4:18 AM
Excitement..passion...great write... Farah
Kendrick Avatar
December 17, 2009 at 5:52 PM
Hoping that this will be true for all the children around the world this year. Keep the magical and creative pen flowing. Sara
Brown Avatar
December 17, 2009 at 11:24 AM
I can just imagine the presents you are wishing to receive you ornary boy. Very ingenious writing John. Love, Carol
Haick Avatar
December 16, 2009 at 4:45 PM
Delightful and fun, John! Brings back memories! Those were special days! Peace and love, Audrey
Richards Avatar
December 16, 2009 at 3:24 PM
This poem describes homes across the world on Christmas morning! Seen through a child's heart, there is such joy! Love, Carrie
Sheart Avatar
December 16, 2009 at 1:10 PM
Ah, to see and experience through the eyes of children such a joy, especially on Christmas morning!! Truly enjoyed John. Love Light Patty
Nutter Avatar
December 16, 2009 at 12:00 PM
Love the excitement of this write, you captured it well. A. W. Nutter www.freewebs.com/abcedit
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