They sleep as little Angels
as "Santa" tip-toes past;
His red clad girth... so jovial,
like "Jello" when he laughs;
They hung up all their stockings,
on the mantle near the fire;
And one mince pie and Brandy
waits upon Santa Claus desire;
He lays out all the presents,
in the stockings... pink and blue;
but oh...what's that!, that Teddy Bear
is starting to fall through!
"Oh dear!, Oh dear" says "Santa";
I need to stitch and darn;
"what did I do with that blue
thread... or was it really yarn"?
He darned the stocking for an hour,
till all was safe and sound;
He heard a noise.. and turned right round;
An angel... he had found...
With big round eyes she smiled at him;
A Bunny in her hand....."I came to see
you Santa Claus...a favour was what
was planned";
"I know you bring things every year"
...the little angel spoke;
"But if you need to give the toys to others,
who's parents might be broke"
"We have our Mom & Daddy and that's all
we really need...but some children, they have
nothing.... so we'd like to intercede"
"A Dolly here, a Teddy there,
a train set painted red...will give some cheer
and happiness..... to other folk instead"
As "Santa" watched this little child go calmly
back to bed...he wiped a tear of tenderness
at all this child had said..."From mouths of babes
it's often said.... no truer words are spoke.............
~~~Cutiepie~~~
Author notes
Written December 12th, 2004
In a list
A contest entry
- Just A Fun, Exciting, Christmas Contest!!! by Autumn Whisper.
400 points, ended December 21, 2005, 9 entries
Gold trophy winner
• next poem in this contest, remove from contest - Operation Christmas Child by thejollytinker.
750 points, ended November 19, 2008, 15 entries
• next poem in this contest, remove from contest
What did you think
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THIS IS A REALLY MAGICAL AND ENCHANTING POEM FULL OF SPARKLE REALLY BEAUTIFUL
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Aw... thank you
Glad you enjoyed it 
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This is really sweet
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THAT'S what it's all about!! What a wonderful story, thank you very and merrily much!
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Thank you for the opportunity to support this noble charity
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All I can say is "beautiful".
Congrats on the well-deserved Gold on this.
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Thank you. I am delighted that you enjoyed it
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just beautiful...
If you are not a childrens' author, you really should be. You have a such a wonderful gift. I've read some of your haiku. I'm so caught up with college and my kids that I haven't read much of your work in a while. It's always such a pleasure to read your poetry. I get so much enjoyment from it.
Knight70
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I enjoy writing for children as it allows my fantasy a little free reign
It is a while now since I have done a children's poem, with Christmas fast approaching I shall have to "get to it" I hope all is well in your world my friend and I shall return the favor as soon as possible
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You are most kind
and have a wonderful "Christmas" yourself 
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Many thanks Fiona..Have a wonderful "Christmas"
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An excellant poem. I think one of the best poems ever I've read about christmas. Just brilliant at capturing the moment. Well done. All the best Fiona
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wonderful poem cutiepie, its very good, you have done this well and such a lovely picture, keep up the marvellous work
good luck in the contest
best wishes as always
Merry Christmas
Star Of The Night
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thank you ..have to admit I really enjoyed this one..leave me feeling a little humble. Many thanks for your kindness, it is appreciated
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Excellent
Loved this, cutie! Great story/moral and the flow is very good. Gave me a nice, warm feeling to read this.
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That is the lovely thing about poetry...we can shape it into anything we want Rather like magic
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Aww! This one is different too! I can picture it again this one also brings back memories!
~ Im soo glad that you have had brought this poem into all these peoples lives...because well it brinmgs back memories and all and I love that!
Jessica -
Thank you I am glad you enjoyed it
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lovely poem very heartwarming.
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Thank you I always appreciate comments and I am obligued
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Very good; I truly enjoyed reading this poem, and it does have a very good message for us all. To often we forget the ones less fortunate than ourselves that perhaps have nothing coming to them for Christmas. If we would just give a part of what we get think how much better they would feel, and so would we--knowing that we had made someone else so happy would indeed make us happy as well. Again, I say you did a very good job on this and I truly enjoyed reading it.
Damon D. Brewer -
Thank you Children see things as they should be seen ...I hope he has a wonderful Christmas
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Thanks Renee I am delighted that you enjoyed it
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Please feel free to copy this for a gift I would be honoured
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Thank you glad you enjoyed it
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I love this poem,
I love christmas like i did when i was a little child.
i let my son read alot of the christmas poem and he was just so tickled.
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I am loving the Christmas poetry on this site and yours just left me with such a warn and loving spirit. What a wonderful message you have shared with the masses. This is a true gem! EXQUISITE!!!
Renee
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good job!
Did you make that all up? Not that I am accusing you, but that is really good! I am impressed! Would you mind if I copied it to give as a gift too!?!? I am so amazed! WOW! you should be proud of yourself as I am of you! Good Luck in my contest and good job!
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it made me love santa all over again
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Many thanks Rubee I am delighted that you enjoyed this poem...The tear was an added bonus
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Thank you Ash I am delighted that you enjoyed this christmas poem Many thanks for your kind words
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Thank you Lyrical you comments are always appreciated
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Thank you Christmas is as I was taught many years ago...."A season of goodwill to all"... Even adults need to feel special at this time of the year
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Thank you Hallowoak.... it takes a lot of sensibility to be able to admit a fault in oneself......This is half the battle Many thanks for you kind words, they really are appreciated
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Thank you Sweetheart Such truth you speak ....if only people would think in this vein the world would be a marvelous place
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Please feel free to copy this I am also going to copy off a few for Grandchildren and frame them as a small gift. I wouldd be delighted for children to read this
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Thank you Timothy It is always a pleasure to read your comments, they are always so full of praise. Many thanks
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What an enchanting and touching story told, and wonderfully done!!! It brings a little tear to the eye towards the end. A wonderful, magical read at this time of year...EXCELLENT writing!!
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this poem is so wonderful. you bring the true holiday spirit out, i love it!
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This is exactly what Christmas is supposed to be about. Giving, not receiving and I agree as well that it should be 24/7 365days per year. A beautiful sentiment.
~Lyrical
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cutiepie- I've been thinking about your poem all day... And then it hit me: "When everyone (even the rich) gets something, those who need it most, don't get enough." You touched on that so well here!!!!!!!!!!!!! nice work
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wow... truely heart-felt. truely...
I do agree with the above (24/7/365) it really should be something we do all year round. i personally think that we should contribute more than the christmas season. (but, sadly, this won't happen for peple today are so self minded and egotistcal (Yes i confess myself on days))
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Charming
Now, if people would just do this 24/7/365.
Imagine how the world would be.
Good write hon.
Be well;
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Now this..., "if ever Hallmark gets wind of this one-" they will really be threatened! Personally, I would love to have a bunch of cards with this brilliant and enchanting muse "so elegantly ascribed. How can I ever thank you, for this is really a "jewel...?"
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I just enjoy your poetry so much, what can I say, you just are the type of heart I like to read...and I'm so thankful you share here!
-Timothy
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Thank you I am pleased that you enjoyed this poem . Many thanks for your kind words
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You, again, are amazing. You make the holiday spirit sound so amazing, and magical. Another pleasureable read, which is truly not surprising from someone as talented as yourself
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Thank you my friend I am delighted that you enjoyed this poem, Many thanks for such lovely words, I do appreciate them
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Thank you Your comments are all too sadly often true
I do appreciate your kindness . Many thanks
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Thank you
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Thank you very much for the kind comments
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Thank you Onerios I enjoyed writing this poem very much. Your words as usual are a delight Many thanks
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Thanks Nicci, Glad you enjoyed it
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Lol, publishing is a foreign language to me.....Glad you enjoyed this poem, Many thanks for your kindness
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Thank you such a nice thing to say I appreciate it very much
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This was so sweet. I loved this. Never before have I read anything like this, it was spectacular. This was a very nice write, full of tederness. I expected the girl to find santa, but I never expected her to say those words. She spoke with so much wisdom and cared so much for the unfortunate people who have nothing to give or recieve. Thank you for sharing this beautiful write with us It had great flow and its rhyme scheme was awesome, very nice write.
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Thanks Jen I am pleased you enjoyed this
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Sweet
a sweet Christmas gift and a classic holiday tale-- the little angel who cared, at this time of conspicuous consumption, for those in need... Santa Claus as Hubert Humphrey (sp?)? Not sure, but if the politics of charity aren't completely dead, you, at least, have tried to breathe new life into the idea!!! good for you... -
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Aww that was so good! I loved it and the rhmying was very good. Nicely done!
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Aww..CUTIE! That was BEYOND darling!! I'm about to bawl I'm sooo touched by this for it was not only heart-warming but spilling over with compassion of a little heart who seems to know more of God than most adults. Again, a spectacular job with all the bells and trimmings...truly like Dramaticeyes said, this is a holiday classic in the making!
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Thats the Christmas spirit! This was cute and had a nice story line to it.
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This was a stunning, beautiful write for children. I really think you should turn some of this stuff into published works; i think that kids out there NEED to read this! Such a moral to the tale, and so beautifully written. Great work, you have my applause!
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AWWWWWWWWWW so cute, kids will love this, it'll be a holiday classic
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Aw, now this is very cute. And I love the message in this, the innocence of youth. Very well done
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Ms Cutie, You come to life when you work with children and the idea of children - very well done - very nice (beautiful) - thank you
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