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Christmas Joy
by Deborah Ann Tornillo → (All Poetry by Deborah Ann Tornillo)
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Christmas Joy
 
Twas the night before Christmas
And, all through the house
Everyone was sleeping – except…
A five year old mouse.
 
In the darkness, as I layed on the bed
I played with toys in my head.
Excited that Santa was on his way
I’d been a good girl, Mommy said.
 
Twas the night before Christmas
And, all through the house
Everyone was sleeping – except…
A sixteen year old mouse.
 
Arriving home way too late
I quietly tip toed to my room
Almost made it when mother said
“Its way past your curfew, go to bed.”
 
Twas the night before Christmas
And, all through my house
My children were sleeping – except…
Momma Mouse.
 
Tired and ready to curl up in bed
But, too much to wrap, I can’t get ahead.
Oh No! – There’s no more scotch tape
I’ll use duct tape instead.
 
Twas the night before Christmas
And, all through my house
My teenagers were testing me.
Guess what? Way too late staying out.
 
Their presents were wrapped
And placed under the tree.
I had even doubled scotched taped
Because, I knew they would peek.
 
This night before Christmas
Throughout my house
Not a creature will be stirring
Not even Momma Mouse.
 
I’ll be dreaming of my loved ones
They’re my most precious of gifts.
I’ll be thanking my Lord, and Savior
For simply blessing me with this.
 
God bless everyone…….Merry Christmas!
 
Deborah Ann Tornillo
Copyright© 2009

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 Reviews of "Christmas Joy"
Reviewed by Lois Christensen
Reviewed on December 19, 2009
you are a new author to me. I love to read the poetry here on the den and will surely read more of yours. You are so talented and a relief from the worries of my day.

Reviewed by Karen Palumbo
Reviewed on December 14, 2009
How beautifully you take us on this journey of life realizing in the end the best presents are the loved ones who touch your heart...

Be always safe,
Karen

Reviewed by Margaret Mullings
Reviewed on December 14, 2009
Interesting Reflections Deborah and very powerfully written! Blessings and the strength of the Lord be upon you. Be encouraged and keep on writing and sharing, I found "Christmas Joy" rather interesting! Thank you for sharing Deborah!


Much Love,
Always!!
Margaret

Reviewed by Elizabeth Price
Reviewed on December 14, 2009
What goes around comes around. Seems to be a time for reflection for so many. Love this poem with the progression of your age. I hope you're not spending Christmas alone though. Excellent write. Liz

Reviewed by TONY NERONE
Reviewed on December 14, 2009
GOD BLESS you too, Deborah. Thank You for the excellent read I enjoyed it.

GOD BLESS
Tony


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