in the hush of winter's whisper, 'neath the snow so pure
a tale unfolds of joy and love, of kindness to endure
amidst the bustling city streets or in a village small
the true christmas spirit reigns, a gift bestowed to all
not in glittering ornaments or presents wrapped in gold
but in the warmth of open hearts, a story to be told
the carolers that sing with glee, their voices raised on high
echoing the melody of love that paints the winter sky
in the corner of a crowded room or by the fireside's glow
a stranger finds a welcome hand, a friendship to bestow
for christmas is a timeless gift, not bound by wealth or creed
It's in the simple acts of grace, fulfilling every need
the orphan and the lonely soul, the aged and the young
find solace in the season's grace, a thread that's tightly strung
through acts of selfless giving and gestures sweet and small
the true christmas spirit weaves a tapestry for all
beneath the tree with lights aglow or 'neath the starry night
it's empathy and tenderness that truly shine so bright
for kindness is the language spoken by angels near and far
a dialect that bridges gaps, a beacon like a star
so, let us grasp this spirit true, extend a hand so wide
embrace the joy of giving, let love be our guide
for in the heart of every soul, where compassion does reside
lies the true christmas spirit, a treasure to confide
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Solo, Sat, 23rd December 2023. 10:52 pm
Suko Waspodo
