The Snowmum

The Snowmum There was a little boy, and Maxwell was his name His face shone brightly when he saw the snow, and he wanted to play a game His mummy wrapped him warmly and tucked him in lovingly Come on Max lets go outside and you can play with me. They built a snowman from the snow, he was tall and round and fat They put buttons for his eyes and they even found a hat. They stayed all day to Max’s delight, but all to soon it was then night Max and mum went inside; he blew a kiss, what a lovely sight The morning came the snow had gone poor Max was devastated He ran outside and looked everywhere but his fears were not abated He searched the garden and the garage and under each and every bush But all that was left of the snowman was a great big pile of slush. His mother could not bear to see the lad so sad she didn’t know what to say So she did something she had not tried before, she got on her knees to pray She raised her eyes heavenward arms held in supplication This is what I want of you this is my dedication. I want him to have a snowman each and every day; I want him to be happy I might even go to church, if you can make it snappy The morning came and to his delight a snowman was just there Max ran to his mummy, but he couldn’t find her anywhere. He ran into the yard to see the snowman standing It had a familiar face-just like the picture on the landing. God had answered his mum’s prayer, but he was not one to be mocked He had turned Max’s mum to snow and now she was quite shocked. So remember what you pray for, and just do it carefully What happened to Max’s mum could happen to you or me.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2012

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February 9, 2013 at 11:27 AM
Dear Sis, Splendid, Superb a Favorite I read this POEM on page 8 and again on page 1 YOU are a POET Laureate in my Eyes, not (boring at all) I'm still thinking about YOUR Soup Mail. I LOVE YOU SIS, ALWAYS and FOREVER YOUR Brother Eternal...Harry
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October 19, 2012 at 8:57 AM
i think it is these types of poetry, those with a message so profound, that stands you above the rest of us Mandy, i see so many aspects in you, you so caring, it is hard to put it into words.... and you posted this on my birthday too... just love it.....
Williams Avatar
February 6, 2012 at 5:13 AM
Mandy, cool and scary. like it though..David
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February 5, 2012 at 1:45 PM
Mandy i really enjoyed this , a good write thank you so much , Hugs Declan xx
Kendrick Avatar
February 5, 2012 at 5:43 AM
Well, quite a creative one that you have written..It is good that God does not give us everything that we ask for in life..He gives us what he knows that we need having the ability to see the whole picture..Sad and yet humorous ending that was unexpected..Sometimes in my life when it has been the hardest I have wondered about why this or that has happened but all the time God used the circumstances to build me into a better person and he isn't through working on me...Sara
Kendrick Avatar
February 5, 2012 at 5:43 AM
Thanks for letting me know that I placed in the contest..Sara
Edwards Avatar
February 5, 2012 at 4:48 AM
Totally cool Mandy..xx
Tams The Golden Girl Avatar
February 5, 2012 at 5:35 AM
Thanks Tracie xx
Ronthorpe Avatar
February 5, 2012 at 3:51 AM
Very nice. You tell a good story, in poetry form. It's creative and a nice twist. In it's entirety, it is a brilliant write. Very nice. I am adding you to my 'fav's' list and I look forward to reading more of your work.........S.Ronthorpe
Tams The Golden Girl Avatar
February 5, 2012 at 4:21 AM
Wow thankyou Samuel, I am not sure I am deserving of such praise but I love it all the same . Thanks again xx
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