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The Little Fir Tree's First Xmas

The little fir tree was feeling extremely sad it was tiny compared to its mum and its dad When people saw the tree they just walked away and chose a much larger tree for their Xmas display The wind helped the fir tree waggle its branches and the tree tried so hard to get admiring glances Sadly people said ‘that tree’s much too small, it wouldn’t look right in our lounge or the hall’ All of a sudden the little tree became aware of a disabled young lad in a motorised chair Peter beamed when he saw the little fir tree and said ‘mum this tree is perfect for me’ His mother said ‘Peter are you really sure there’s lots to see, we could look at more’ Peter said to his mum ‘this little tree is ideal and when its decorated, your heart it will steal’ Peter said ‘mum, it will be so easy for me I’ll be able to decorate this little fir tree We’ll buy baubles from the Christmas shop and I can reach to put the gold angel on top’ The store man overheard the boy’s conversation and was so impressed by Peter’s determination He waived the purchase price of the little tree Peter left the store smiling, he was very happy Peter decorated the little tree all on his own and it took pride of place in their cosy home His mother’s so proud of her determined boy and the little fir tree gave them so much joy. Submitted to "X" Contest, New or Old Sponsored by Constance La France 12/3/18
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Jayasankar Avatar
November 30, 2021 at 2:00 AM
Aww what a cute poem dear Jan..."the tree tried so hard to get admiring glances"...loved this...Congrats on your win in the contest ...Hugs...~ Ani
Brown Avatar
November 29, 2021 at 6:31 PM
Congratulations on your win! Beautiful, I enjoyed reading it.
La France Avatar
November 29, 2021 at 2:26 PM
Jan, excellent and congratulations on your First Place Win in my "X" (Xmas) New/Old Contest. I think your poem is beautiful and wonderfully penned and love your image and the music is divine ~ love and serenity _Constance
Canerdy Avatar
November 28, 2021 at 7:20 PM
Jan, I LOVE this heartwarming narative poem. CONGRATS on your very well-deserved win! Janice
Koplin Avatar
November 28, 2021 at 5:12 PM
What an awesome story line, very well played my friend! I love stories with a happy ending. Congratulations on your win Jan!!
Peck Avatar
November 28, 2021 at 4:23 PM
And congrats on first place!
Peck Avatar
November 28, 2021 at 4:22 PM
Jan, That's so sweet. For some reason, the line "I can put the gold angel on top" really got to me. Just so sweet. :)
Devonshire Avatar
December 21, 2018 at 9:50 PM
JUst stopping back with congratulations on your win, Hon. Way to go! Hugs, Carolyn
Allison Avatar
December 22, 2018 at 12:39 AM
Thanks Carolyn I am really pleased with this poem:-) hugs Jan xx
Gauthier Avatar
December 21, 2018 at 10:19 AM
SO SWEET, Jan. Adorable. Congrats on your most deserving win.
Allison Avatar
December 21, 2018 at 4:58 PM
Thanks Line I am delighted with the way this poem turned out:-) hugs jan xx
Gilmour Avatar
December 21, 2018 at 2:43 AM
Such a beautiful poem Jan, it certaining stole my heart... Congrats on your win and kindest Christmassy thoughts Ann xx
Allison Avatar
December 21, 2018 at 2:46 AM
Thanks Ann:-) hugs Jan xx
Cozart Avatar
December 20, 2018 at 9:56 AM
What a charming story, Jan. Congrats.
Allison Avatar
December 20, 2018 at 2:09 PM
I really enjoyed the challenge Dale:-) hugs Jan xx
Canerdy Avatar
December 20, 2018 at 8:11 AM
Superb, Jan. CONGRATS! Janice
Allison Avatar
December 20, 2018 at 2:09 PM
Thanks Janice:-) hugs Jan xx
Awtry Avatar
December 20, 2018 at 7:04 AM
Congratulation, Jan! I love this story :)
Allison Avatar
December 21, 2018 at 4:58 PM
thanks so much P S:-) hugs Jan xx
Sands Avatar
December 20, 2018 at 5:42 AM
Congratulations for your win Jan :)
Allison Avatar
December 20, 2018 at 2:07 PM
Thanks Heidi:-) hugs Jan xx
Hamilton Avatar
December 20, 2018 at 5:31 AM
superb Jan loved it congrts on 3rd place hugs
Allison Avatar
December 20, 2018 at 2:07 PM
THANK YOU so much Shadow I thoroughly enjoyed the challenge and am delighted with my place in the contest:-) hugs Jan xx
Marcum Wong Avatar
December 13, 2018 at 7:49 PM
Oh Jan, you made me go get a tissue! I dearly loved your heart warming Christmas story! I am sure Shadow will love it too after reading her lovely example. I can see this as a First Place winner Jan. It is going into my Faves and I will read it to my 6 and 7 year old granddaughters and my 8 year old grandson. Happy Holidays my dear friend. Love, Connie xxoo ; )
Allison Avatar
December 15, 2018 at 11:41 AM
aww you have made me day Connie I'd love to know what the grandchildren think of the poem:-) hugs Jan xx
Vaso Avatar
December 9, 2018 at 11:28 PM
You know I would love this poem! wonderful!
Allison Avatar
December 10, 2018 at 6:12 AM
If it ever got published I'd dedicate it to a student I worked with for 5 years, tragically he passed away last year aged just 21, due to his medical condition he knew from an early age he had a limited lifespan and planned his funeral with his mum, it was absolutely heartbreaking:-( hugs jan xx
La France Avatar
December 6, 2018 at 7:13 PM
Jan, this is absolutely beautiful, I loved everything about it and the music too, well done , a winner for me and a FAV~
Allison Avatar
December 10, 2018 at 6:10 AM
Thanks so much Constance especially for the fave:-) hugs jan xx
Nau Avatar
December 5, 2018 at 10:08 PM
It would be a lovely Christmas children’s book repleat with colorful drawings. I see it helping children to be empathetic and reminding adults as well. Thank you Jan for the present smile on my face!
Allison Avatar
December 6, 2018 at 2:04 AM
What a super idea! I would dedicate it to a student I worked with for 5 years I can just see him as the boy in the wheelchair, he passed away last year aged just 21:-( hugs Jan xx
Callus Avatar
December 5, 2018 at 12:11 PM
Sentimental me; I was rooting like mad for the little fir tree, and for the disabled young lad. So glad they both came out of this experience feeling on top of the world! This is the type of poem which gives meaning to Christmas. Hugs // paul
Allison Avatar
December 5, 2018 at 4:32 PM
Thanks Paul I really enjoyed writing the story I never know what my muse will come up with!:-) hugs Jan xx
Lane Avatar
December 5, 2018 at 8:44 AM
Sweet sentiments in this one, Jan. Those little trees are too often left behind and makes me sad that they were cut down.
Allison Avatar
December 5, 2018 at 4:32 PM
I really enjoyed writing the poem I hope Shadow likes it Lin:-) hugs Jan xx
Severo Avatar
December 4, 2018 at 3:43 AM
So lovely, xoxoxoxoxox
Allison Avatar
December 4, 2018 at 11:57 AM
thanks so much for dropping by Aurore I do love writing simple poems like this which would appeal to all ages:-) I always smile when I see your name it is so so beautiful:-) hugs Jan xx
Leffanta Avatar
December 3, 2018 at 7:23 PM
This is much too good for Poetry Soup! You should post it where teachers and children can read it! Well done, Jan! Aloha! Rico
Allison Avatar
December 4, 2018 at 1:00 AM
Oh wow Rico that has to be comment of the year for me!:-) hugs Jan xx
Rose  Avatar
December 3, 2018 at 6:08 PM
Best little Christmas story I've read in a long time Jan . It warmed my heart. Glad to have you back on site, This is a busy time of the year, I struggle to find time here too. going to my meditation tonight, I look forward to it, twice a month, Take care, God bless xo
Allison Avatar
December 3, 2018 at 6:17 PM
Thanks so much Pixie, it is difficult to find quality time for the site, there so much going on at this time of year. I much prefer a couple of 'genuine' comments than cut and paste that everyone gets which have no bearing on the poem at all.Hope you had a wonderful day:-) hugs Jan xx
Cunningham Avatar
December 3, 2018 at 4:27 PM
Lovely story in your verse Jan. Good luck. Tom.
Allison Avatar
December 3, 2018 at 5:11 PM
Thanks Tom, I hope Shadow likes it:-) hugs Jan xx
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