There was a lingering scent, of pine and peppermint, out of the corner of my furthest sight, a fleeting moment of regal red with white, I know I saw him, some don't believe, they're usually grim. When, before, the pantry and shelter struggled for more, suddenly, some smiling folks came in, with bags of warm … Continue reading Christmas Contest 2019 First Place Poetry: “I Know I Saw Him” by Regina Elliot
Christmas Contest: Poetry 2nd Place
In our hearts By: Linda Crate all the children with eyes shining like ornaments eagerly anticipating a man in a red suit to grant their christmas wishes, and all the reindeer landing on the roof and the cookies and milk left out for santa; every song i used to listen to a … Continue reading Christmas Contest: Poetry 2nd Place
Christmas Contest: Poetry 1st Place
"The Ghosts of Christmas Past" By Micah Singleton The Ghosts Of Christmas Past As a cold wind blows, the hour comes fast, to a time when Christmas, will be part of the past. With no tree of lights, and no gifts to bear, a man sits alone, as a chill fills the air. His fire … Continue reading Christmas Contest: Poetry 1st Place
A Christmas Gift
By Jessica Ricks The neighborhood was alive with Christmas lights as light flurries fell from the sky and Christmas music seemed to play everywhere I went, a constant reminder that this Christmas wasn't as merry as it usually was. Our house was decorated but under our usual tree, that was covered in lights, sparkling bulbs, … Continue reading A Christmas Gift
Holiday Contest First Prize: Poetry – Six Holiday Haiku/Senryu
By Katelyn Thomas He calculates, frets. Santa does not need to fit - No math in magic. This Christmas morning nature tinseled the white pine with layers of ice. Empty cardboard box - gift enough for the kitten. No need for the mouse. They are not ready to pack their wonder … Continue reading Holiday Contest First Prize: Poetry – Six Holiday Haiku/Senryu
Ready for Christmas
By John Page