I wake and pulling back the curtain,
see a fairyland of drifted snow;
and, with nostalgia, feel a certain
yen for Christmases of long ago.
Remembering those happy hours
spent decorating Christmas trees,
snow castles, like crenellated towers,
and shoppers darting round like bees;
past memories invade my thoughts --
with cherished faces, gone forever!
while mugs of cider -- warming draughts ----
embellish each festive endeavor.
I loved the most the Christmas lights,
holly, wreaths, and mistletoe;
and see the past through fancies' flights
in memories of long ago.
But still the best that Christmas gives --
and thinking on it, you'll agree --
is pointing out that each still lives
in heart, and soul, and memory.
THE VILLAGER, December, 1991
Author notes
This is a poem based on remembering my own childhood.
Written June 13th, 1990
A contest entry
- 16 Choices of the Unknown by Crazychook.
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almost 20 years old poem. christmases were good to me until recently, it wasn't that good. but your poem reminds me of my past and i enjoyed reading it. thanks for sharing and good luck in the contest.
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nice write
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As usual, a very good write. Well thought out and writen. A pleasure to read my friend.
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Thanks for ...
the kind words ... and thanks for stopping by.
I hope you're having a great holiday season.
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yes, it's all about memories
in the essence of togetherness that festivals like Christmas depend on.
Children are a great reminder, especially for older people whose children have grown up.
your poem serves to honour the importance of memories as they happen
Blessings!
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wonderful, great, awesome
you have indeed the quality to capture the moments of joy and penned a memoir to share with the whole world.very nicely done.
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Heart, Soul, and memory...
just lovely, absolutely lovely.
Written so smartly and with wonderful flow!
good job dear poet, good job!
ears2hearyou
Kathleen : )) MERRY CHRISTMAS!!
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Beautiful...much like my memories of childhood Christmas
Merry Christmas!
Ruth
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And what a wonderful way to say Merry Christmas, I am afraid I cannot return the favour half as poetically but Merry Christmas to you too
This was wonderfully written, the thing that caught me the most was the flow, it was just enchanting, couldn't have slipped off the tongue better. The rhyme was also very impressive, you never go for the obvious or boring choice which is really great to see.
I hope to be this good someday...
Take care and have a good one! x
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Thank you for pointing this out to me. It is beautifully done, capturing the essence of the celebrations. Thanks as well for your consistent support and kindness here at AP; it is always a pleasure to hear from you. Best for now and for the season.
Michael
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This is such a beautifiul, heartwarming poem.
Excellent Writing. Yes, this is the way it was! Thank You for this Christmas Poem.
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Thanks ...
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"Blessed are the pure at heart, for they shall see God."
I'm sure you are well on the way.
Merry Xmas.
J.D.
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good job. i like how you incorporated every thing about Christmas in this poem, best of all this was based on your own child hood. nice one
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I still like it
this year.
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Excellent in rhyme and meter not to mrntion the touched upon memories of Christmas past.
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thsi was a nice poem. You did well describing many of the wonders of christmas. Thanks for entering mmy contest and good luck!
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What wonderful childhood memories you have managed to capture with this poem. Thanks so much for posting it in my contest and the best of luck at judging. Cathy
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The Christmas lights are one of my favorites as well! This was lovely. I think you did a nice job with this piece.. I liked the rhyme scheme and just the warmth I felt while reading this. It's wonderful. Thank you for entering and good luck. Oh congrats on the silver trophy by the way.
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This reminded me of my Grandma, she is always telling me about things she remembers about christmas, she says it's not the same as it used to be. I wonder how I would feel if I were in my Grandma's place remembering it all as it was before.
Well done.
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Christmas colours
This captures the essence of Christmas , of what it was , is ,
and what shall be if hearts still are open, and children
still are children...Christmas lights were the gift that
put the feeling of the holiday...
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Delightful! My favorite time of year as well. This should be read by a broader audience.
Happiest of Holidays to you and yours!
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How beautiful! Cheers! Kelly
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I could use some good pics of outdoors in an ice storm. I don't suppose you took any?
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There is such a magical and dreamy feel to this poem. I love the words you have used to bring out the senses as one reads through the lines. You do that so very well in a lot of your poetry. Reading this is such a pleasure.
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Wonderful!!! I love the imagery. Snow castles, like crenellated towers...made me smile, that line. You are right. If it is in the dictionary, it is fair game. What a great write. Now, how about something with perchance in it for New Year's, eh?
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Well, let's hope you don't lose your electricity. That's the worst thing about ice storms. The wires get burdened with ice and collapse.
Thanks for the kind words.
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I love this.Can ya believe it? These images are rich and will appeal to anyone who has ever been close to anyone, or had a white Christmas. I celebrate it as a time of family, fellowship, and hail fellows well met.Not usually a traditional
guy, this still supplied a visual history of best holiday moments. Thanks for this beautifully written awakening of holliday spirit.[just when I need it as we are in the nidst of an ice storm.
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memorable poem thats for sure ..love the way it tells your story in rhymes, hope you have very prosperous 2006..treats you well..good luck in your endeavours.. Linda
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You know, it's strange. Many people don't like the holidays, or don't like Christmas. To me, it's my favorite time of the year. I really hate being broke at Xmas though, as I'm out of a job right now.
Oh well, I hope things go well for you THIS Xmas.
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