Every year about this time, I try to write a poem. I have been neglectful of this task the last 2 years. But, here it is for this year. I hope you enjoy it.
I always try to get back to the TRUE meaning of this beautiful season....
Merry Christmas
Kitty
Follow The Star....
I woke at five, jumped out of bed
I’m late, I’m late, I loudly said!
I’ve got to run, just do the hair
Throw on the clothes, oh gosh, a tear!
Grab a mug and poor some jo
Grab the ads, thrown to and fro!
Coupons laid beside the purse
I have to hurry to be the first!
Racing to get down to the mall
I plan to make a great big haul!
Elbow to elbow, we stand in line
The doors swing open and search the signs!
Oh, there it is, the video games
Grab one of those, it’s the right name!
A barbie for Heather; a game for Rose
An empty bin – I just about froze!
Where’s the stock I saw in the ads
What do you mean – the paint was bad!
What will I do without the right gifts
Oh my goodness, the kids will be miffed!
I’m wasting such time
Can’t wait in line
I ran out the door, and onto the next store
I got in the car, OH what a bore!
The car raced ahead, but not too far
Day turned to night, and I saw the first star
I suddenly stopped and stared at the light
I thought to myself, why put up a fight.
This time was not meant for money and strife
This time was not meant for all this hype.
I slowed my breathing and closed my eyes
Searching my memory, I then realized
This Christmas is sacred, so pure, full of love
The Christ Child, OUR SAVIOUR, HE sent from above
My heart filled with gladness, I took a deep sigh
That star, still above me, in heaven, on high.
The birth of our Saviour, so pure and so sweet
The wise men and shepherds and angels did greet
Such simple reminders, such simple regard
Just sit and remember, it isn’t so hard.
So when you are rushing and toiling about
Your heart is pounding and you have some doubt
Remember the birth of the baby that night
Praise, God, Hallelujah, HE gave us this light!
I’m late, I’m late, I loudly said!
I’ve got to run, just do the hair
Throw on the clothes, oh gosh, a tear!
Grab a mug and poor some jo
Grab the ads, thrown to and fro!
Coupons laid beside the purse
I have to hurry to be the first!
Racing to get down to the mall
I plan to make a great big haul!
Elbow to elbow, we stand in line
The doors swing open and search the signs!
Oh, there it is, the video games
Grab one of those, it’s the right name!
A barbie for Heather; a game for Rose
An empty bin – I just about froze!
Where’s the stock I saw in the ads
What do you mean – the paint was bad!
What will I do without the right gifts
Oh my goodness, the kids will be miffed!
I’m wasting such time
Can’t wait in line
I ran out the door, and onto the next store
I got in the car, OH what a bore!
The car raced ahead, but not too far
Day turned to night, and I saw the first star
I suddenly stopped and stared at the light
I thought to myself, why put up a fight.
This time was not meant for money and strife
This time was not meant for all this hype.
I slowed my breathing and closed my eyes
Searching my memory, I then realized
This Christmas is sacred, so pure, full of love
The Christ Child, OUR SAVIOUR, HE sent from above
My heart filled with gladness, I took a deep sigh
That star, still above me, in heaven, on high.
The birth of our Saviour, so pure and so sweet
The wise men and shepherds and angels did greet
Such simple reminders, such simple regard
Just sit and remember, it isn’t so hard.
So when you are rushing and toiling about
Your heart is pounding and you have some doubt
Remember the birth of the baby that night
Praise, God, Hallelujah, HE gave us this light!
This is so sweet Mom...you are so talented with your poetry and putting your thoughts to paper. Remembering the meaning of Christmas is something we all need to remind ourselves of...it is so easy to get caught up in the hustle and bustle which is not what Christmas is about at all! Loved hearing your beautiful poem! Love Heather
ReplyDeleteKitty I love your poem! It was beautiful to read, you're so talented!
ReplyDeleteKitty, your poem is truly lovely. Do you mind if I share it with family & friends this Christmas. I'll give credit where credit is due! Thanks so much for sharing it! - Amy B
ReplyDeleteJust beautiful Kitty! What a lovely poem, and so true!!
ReplyDeleteKathy :)
Very beautiful Kitty, thanks so much for sharing.
ReplyDeleteVickie
Thank you for the reminder of what this Season is truly all about. It's a beautiful poem and most worthy of being published.
ReplyDeleteI love that Kitty !! That is what it is all about, and I am so very thankful of that. Thank you for doing that :)
ReplyDeleteHi Kitty, we have been thinking about you and hope you are doing okay :) You poem is lovely, very true and a lovely read. Merry Merry Christmas to you Kitty, Jenn and Jacqui
ReplyDeleteThat was wonderful!
ReplyDeleteI hope that your Christmas was filled with lots of love this year Kitty. Hugs,
ReplyDeleteRhea
Hi Kitty, just flying on by to say we wish you much happiness for 2008
ReplyDeleteJenn and Jacqui
Bravo!!! Just love your peom.
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