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What Makes Me Smile--All Things Christmas

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May 17, 2025, entered in Karen Jones's What Makes Me Smile contest

placed 6th, May 19

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I love the sights of Christmastime from manger scenes to mistletoe. Sweet, joyous sounds pervade the air from "Praise the Lord" to "HO HO HO!" I give to those who are in need, for God says, "Love your fellow man." Then when I shop for family, I buy them every gift I can. The carolers and choirs perform "O Holy Night" and "We Three Kings," while celebrants in living rooms sing tunes about what Santa brings. A prayer precedes our Christmas feast; the smorgasbord brings great delight. The kids soon snuggle near the fire enrapt as Dad starts, "'Twas the Night . . . “ This season is a splendid time that bears a special, holy name, so as I smile through "Jingle Bells," I won't forget why Jesus came.

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Date: 5/21/2025 12:13:00 AM
A very festive poem this is, so melodious and lyrical! It will be perfect for Christmas cards like karen stated! I see this was also a winner! So congratulations! Pleasure reading! Sending you light always!
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Date: 5/19/2025 5:01:00 PM
Hi Janice, Heartfelt thanks for your review of my contest entry and your very generous reflections on its merits as a work. In turn congratulations to you on your attainment on merit also. Your piece oozes apt Christmas charm as it emphasises all those opportunities for generosity which that season brings. Superb scene portrayal and image rich narrative. Well done Howard
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Janice Canerdy
Date: 5/20/2025 8:15:00 AM
Howard, I SO appreciate your pleasing response to my poem. I really DO love the Christmas season! Janice
Date: 5/18/2025 9:09:00 PM
Congratulations Janice on your win! This was a beautiful write and I appreciate your entry! This would make a great card because it is very well written and touches the heart with the joy of the Lord during the holiday season! Thank you for entering my contest!
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Janice Canerdy
Date: 5/19/2025 7:03:00 AM
Karen, seeing my name on that list has made my day~~really, my week. Thank you so much for sponsoring and for my win! Janice

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