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Standing underneath the tree Set and ready, just for me Christmas morn held my surprise Through my half shut, sleepy eyes There I saw this massive stand As my mama shook my hand Leading me then to explore Brand new county "General Store” As the owner of this shop More than just a “Mom and Pop” I could stock and sell so much Cans and pasta, beans and such Register with money stacked Coins and bills to be exact Sat upon the counter stall Customers were not so tall! Props and shelves and goods galore All set for tycoons of four Too big for a box to fill Perfect for a childhood thrill With this memory in place Mom said, “should’ve seen your face” As she watched my spirits lift For this perfect Christmas gift

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Date: 12/26/2021 10:38:00 PM
Congratulations on your high placing win in the poetry contest Mike. Thank you so much for your wonderful contribution. What a sweet memory for you, as well as for your mom :) May God bless you in the coming new year with many more happy memories, good health and much joy!
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Mike Gentile
Date: 12/27/2021 7:39:00 AM
Thank you so much BJ!! Your contest was such fun and I am so happy that you liked my poem Happy Holidays!!
Date: 12/26/2021 3:02:00 PM
Congratulations on your win. Good memories are the best. Have a Blessed Day......................
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Mike Gentile
Date: 12/26/2021 5:41:00 PM
Thanks so Paula and Merry Christmas xxoo
Date: 12/26/2021 3:26:00 AM
A very beautiful poem on the theme. Your writings are always interesting and thought-provoking. Congratulations!
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Mike Gentile
Date: 12/26/2021 1:00:00 PM
You’re so kind! Thanks Christuraj!!!
Date: 12/24/2021 9:24:00 PM
Congratulations on your win Mike!
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Mike Gentile
Date: 12/25/2021 1:41:00 PM
Thanks so much Mark and Merry Christmas!!
Date: 12/14/2021 3:02:00 PM
what wonderful memories Mike:-) this was a joy to read:-) hugs Jan xx
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Mike Gentile
Date: 12/15/2021 3:46:00 AM
Thanks so much Jan !!
Date: 12/13/2021 12:11:00 PM
Hello Mike, oh -that must have been a Christmas you never forgotten. Happy Monday. xxxx-oooo.
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Darlene De Beaulieu
Date: 12/14/2021 11:53:00 AM
Happy Tuesday Mike. xxoo.Darlene
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Mike Gentile
Date: 12/14/2021 8:17:00 AM
Happy Monday Darlene, Thanks xxoo
Date: 12/13/2021 9:16:00 AM
Such a wonderful Christmas memory, Mike. I think we all had that "perfect Christmas" gift at some time in our childhood. Lovely memory; great writing!
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Mike Gentile
Date: 12/13/2021 10:41:00 AM
Thanks so much Milton!
Date: 12/13/2021 6:36:00 AM
There are some Christmas memories that will last forever. Yours is such a one to hold on to. Nice write, Mike.
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Mike Gentile
Date: 12/13/2021 10:41:00 AM
Thanks Lin, I know that I am blessed !!
Date: 12/13/2021 6:06:00 AM
Happy memories of Christmas time as a child, they were certainly the best. Good luck in the contest Mike. Enjoy your week ahead. Tom
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Mike Gentile
Date: 12/13/2021 10:40:00 AM
Thank you Tom!!
Date: 12/13/2021 5:40:00 AM
Perfect gift---your poem celebrates sweet memories of the festive seasons. Well done, Mike.
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Mike Gentile
Date: 12/13/2021 10:40:00 AM
Thank so much Vijay!!

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