Surprise!

Christmas Day again,

And I'm still here to greet it

With surprise and joy.



(I've had a couple of rough years health-wise. 
Wasn't always sure I'd see another Christmas.)

Copyright © | Year Posted 2009



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Date: 1/4/2010 5:16:00 PM
Glad you are enjoying another year!! Sorry I have lost touch with you, enjoyed your poem!
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Date: 12/26/2009 6:38:00 PM
Glad you are still hear sharing your uplifting poetry with us. You have me smiling with this one. My thoughts and prayers go with you in your health struggle. Take care. Keep on writing!!!!! Karen
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Date: 12/25/2009 8:59:00 PM
Well, how wonderful you have seen this christmas and written this little poem! Merry Chrstmas (I'm new here, Andrea)
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Date: 12/25/2009 12:15:00 PM
Hi Frances, I had a close call too last Jan. I too am thankful just to be alive. (((Hugs))) May you be surrounded by love today. Life is short we must make the most of it everyday. Keep writing so we can keep reading!! Thank you for this lovely surprise and making a difference in someones life. Love Light Patty
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Date: 12/25/2009 11:29:00 AM
Glad your here. Been a while since I have seen your work. Keep writing. Sara
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Date: 12/25/2009 11:21:00 AM
Christmas Day indeed now closing in. Enjoy the festivities. God speed in 2010. Wishing you good health and happiness. Regards Déirdre Ó Maidín
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