The Violinist

It was Christmas, a time of joy and love
In the restaurant the violinist played Mozart
Such melodic beauty, such richness of harmony
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Christmas Angels

In Madeira’s heart, in the city of Funchal
Beneath a starry sky
The Christmas angels quietly stand
Guardians of this enchanted land


Their wings, a … Read the rest

Waiting for Tomorrow

The house was still in bed
Darkness was outside the windows
But it will soon be time to break bread
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Smiles and Hugs

Christmas trains and planes
Bring families together
All are happy despite snow and rain
As no one cares about the weather


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A Table for Eight

It was Christmas in a stately home
Guests came from all parts
As far a field as Edinburgh and Rome
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The Pub Today

The tables were full
Laughter filled the air
Christmas was asserting its pull
And some ladies have tinsel in their hair


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The Artic Cold

The cold of the artic
Cuts into our bones
We pray for it to be departed
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