Shelley Moore Poet Free verse

True Gifts

Oh, the joyous smiles
Christmas time brings. 
Anticipation is in the air,
boxes are brimming, 
and young hands are eager to
relieve them of their burden.
 
This is the joy of a child's heart,
which we know will blossom in time
to find the true meaning--
which lies beneath the pretty paper,
--of generosity, caring, and love.
Not only in our own hearts, 
but that which is divine.

The real joy comes not from 
the trinkets and treats, 
baskets and bows,
but from the undeniable warmth and comfort 
of being in the presence 
of the ones who truly love you,
unconditionally.

These ties,
unlike pretty ribbons on packages
do not fray.
These memories, 
unlike the bright colors 
of gift wrappings
do not fade.
These bonds, 
unlike the glue which binds
the boxes 
cannot be torn apart
These are the true gifts of Christmas
that will forever live in our minds and souls
and nourish us and our families throughout the years.

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Kp Nunez June 24, 2015 at 10:12 AM Wow. That should convince you more that the gift you have, if nurtured and practiced, can be a blessing not only to you but also to your readers - family and strangers alike. Be blessed! hugs!

Kp Nunez June 24, 2015 at 7:48 AM Beautiful thoughts and sentiment found their expression in your poetry, dear Shelley. A 7. The last verse is a powerful one. Keep writing, you have the gift. Late this maybe but let me welcome you to Poetry Soup. Shelley Moore June 24, 2015 at 10:07 AM I wrote this poem for my mother-in-law and included it in a family photo album for Christmas one year...it not only made her cry, but became one of her favorites. She has since passed away so it has become a special one for me. Thanks again. Shelley Moore June 24, 2015 at 10:04 AM Thank you Kim, for your encouraging words and warm welcome. I've been writing poetry for years but only recently summoned the courage to share it (which can be a scary thing) so feedback like yours is a relief.