Category Archives: Holidays

Rejected worth

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In pastures green, where ewes give birth,
A tale unfolds of rejected worth.
Bummer lambs, heads bowed so low,
Rejected by mothers, left to woe.

The shepherd, kind, with gentle hand,
Lifts the lamb from the lonely land.
Wraps it warm, holds it tight,
Against the heart, in the silent night.

Hand-feeding love to the broken soul,
Making the wounded spirit whole.
In the shepherd's care, it finds its way,
Back to the flock, where others stray.

Rejected, yet loved, the bummer lamb,
Knows the shepherd's voice, like a sacred psalm.
Jesus, the Shepherd, so good and true,
Cares for us all, me and you.

In moments broken, rejected, and low,
He holds us close, lets His love flow.
No lamb forgotten, no soul left behind,
In His love and care, solace we find.

Bummer lambs, we may be,
But deeply loved for eternity.
By the Shepherd, gentle and kind,
In His embrace, true solace we find.

December 30, 2023
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MarkWaldrop

Virginia asks “Is there a Santa”

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Virginia O’Hanion (circa 1895)
In a world of doubt, a letter unfurls,
Young Virginia seeks truth, her mind in twirls.
"Is there a Santa?" she hesitantly hurls,
A question that into history swirls.

Church, with wisdom, pens a reply,
"Your friends are mistaken," he does imply.
In a skeptical age, where truths may die,
He defends Santa with words that fly.

"Santa exists, as love does too,
Generosity, devotion, a perennial hue.
In a dreary world, without the view
Of Santa's spirit, joy would be askew."

Unseen wonders, Church unveils,
Beyond what sight and science entails.
A curtain veils the world in trails,
Yet faith and fancy set their sails.

Tearing apart a rattle's noise,
He delves into life's unseen joys.
A realm where faith and love deploys,
A truth that time never destroys.

"No Santa Claus?" he declares with glee,
"Thank God, he lives eternally."
Through ages, he'll bring childhood glee,
A timeless tale of festive gaiety.

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MarkWaldrop

Taken from an article in The Sun entitled  “Is there a Santa Clause”
Article published September 21, 1897

Hope in Silent Night

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Snowy view in Carpathian Mountains, winter landscapes series.
In the quiet of December's embrace, I sit,
A silent night, wrapped in a wordless knit.

Moonbeams dance with tree lights so bright,
In the hush, a symphony of starlight.

Children slumber, their dreams unfold,
Yet my heart, in the silence, remains untold.

A plush red blanket, a comforting shroud,
I gaze through the window, in silence, endowed.

The wintry woods stand in tranquil repose,
As the night, like a river, silently flows.

How to find hope on this long, silent eve?
In the whispers of shadows, what stories weave?

I take a breath, seek solace in the still,
Yet my heart resists, an unquenchable thrill.

In the quiet, a journey to hope's soft light,
A dance with shadows on this silent night.

December 19, 2023
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MarkWaldrop

A Gift Devine

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In humble steps, a manger His throne,
Jesus came, God's love brightly shown.
Not a demand for fealty, but a tender call,
Affection revealed, embracing all.

Grace wrapped in swaddling, a gift divine,
A Savior's love in every design.
Allegiance sought through compassionate gaze,
In manger's embrace, eternal love stays.

December 17, 2023
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MarkWaldrop

Christmas in Heaven

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I can't imagine Christmas in Heaven
The size of that Christmas tree
The Ornaments sparkle, and the lights are the stars that we see

Jesus is Santa to all the kids gathered around
Magnificent  presents under the tree abound

Every Child receives the perfect gift beyond their dreams
The gift of Mercy and Love is the most popular, it seems

Angelic Christmas Carols being sung in the glistening snow
I hear O’little Town of Bethelem. I see their faces glow

No hustle and bustle at Christmas there
Majestic Golden Bells ring clear in the air

Christmas in Heaven lasts for an eternity
Thank You, God, for the hope of certainty 

December 11, 2023
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Santa in Heaven

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As time marches on, everything comes to an end
Things that seem eternal here soon transcend 

The legend of Santa Clause and the love He brings
Moves into another realm where we hear children sing

His suit of Scarlet Red is now a suit of Pure Gold
For the Much Love he has given, he now holds

The fat Jolly Man in his red suit will remain in the hearts of children
Circling the earth, delivering Christmas Presents by the trillion

When time shall be no more and earth is complete
Santa and His Sleigh will fly through eternity delivering Presents of Love to The Little Children's feet

November 14, 2023
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Hanukkah

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In the glow of Hanukkah lights so bright,
A festival of joy, a sacred night.
Judaism's ideals, steadfast and true,
In each candle's flame, a story anew.

Blessed be the Ruler of the Universe's decree,
Commanding us to light, to set our spirits free.
Rededication's tale, the Second Temple's grace,
Igniting flames of faith in a sacred embrace.

Each candle's flicker, a symbol so divine,
Echoes of history in every shine.
Blessed are we, in the light's warm embrace,
A celebration of faith, a journey in grace.

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True Christmas

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In December's hush, a gentle plea,
Remember, it's Christmas, let it be.
Not just an 'X,' a symbol cold,
But a season of warmth, stories untold.

With carols that echo through snowy nights,
Embrace the joy, festive lights.
In every greeting, let the meaning flow,
This December, let true Christmas glow.

December 4, 2023
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The Holy City

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The Holy City In Charleston, the "Holy City" stands so proud,
Where faith and tolerance blend in the crowd.
With history rich in religious grace,
Over 400 steeples in this sacred place.

A tapestry of beliefs, a vibrant array,
In Charleston, all religions find their way.
From churches old to temples bright and new,
Diverse in faith, yet unity in view.

The skyline's silhouette adorned with care,
A testament to the many prayers we share.
In this melting pot of beliefs, we see,
Charleston's spirit in harmony.

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Fall’s Wonderful Colors & Aromas

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Autumn maple tree leaves full frame arrangement with many colorful leaves
In autumn's embrace, the world transforms,
With hues of gold and red, nature performs.
A symphony of colors, a painter's delight,
In fall's gentle embrace, everything feels right.

Leaves flutter down like confetti from the trees,
Carried by the breeze, dancing with ease.
The air is filled with fragrances so sweet,
Crisp apples, pumpkin spice, a cozy retreat.

As daylight wanes, the firelight glows,
In the hearth's warm embrace, stories compose.
Fall's magic whispers in every cool night,
A season of wonder, a pure delight.

So let's savor this moment, let's take it all in,
For fall is a treasure, where memories begin.
With colors and aromas that fill the air,
In this wonderful season, we find joy everywhere.

September 23, 2023
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MarkWaldrop