The Gift

Open carefully

Nobody knows where it came from

But it was there on Christmas day

Underneath the lowest tree bows

And gently tucked away,

 

Pretty ribbons and bows were absent

The package was modest and plain

Wrapped in white linen and tied with a string

Where it came from, no one could explain,

 

On the package was a simple note

It read:   This gift is for everyone

But nobody wanted to open it

Afraid it would spoil their holiday fun,

 

So it lay there alone and ignored

Until Christmas had almost passed

Then I picked up the little gift box

“I think I’ll open this at last”,

 

As I pulled away the wrappings

And looked in without much care

My eyes were amazed at what I beheld

T’was the Christ child lying there,

 

I heard a Joyous choir singing

Radiant beams of light did shine

I knew this was the love of Jesus

Heavenly Fathers Gift divine,

 

For He so loved the world

That He gave His only begotten

Now I pray the true Gift of Christmas

Will not be so easily forgotten.

Author's Note

Merry CHRISTMAS.
the reason for the season

Reviews

[AprilRN1210]

Spirituality and religion are things that get pushed aside in the hustle and bustle of the holiday season unfortunately.. It is nice to see the remembrance and celebration of things that your faith brings.. Having said that, there are a few places that I would trim down just a little to help flow-wise, but the message is powerful and moving.. well done..

[Trace]

Thank you so very much my dear friend for your lovely compliments and comments on this piece.
I am interested in your thoughts for trimming the tree.
Message me.

HUGGS.

Trace

[Ohhhwillow]

This piece is written so tenderly! The flow is delicate, and close to heart that much is easily conceived. i am not a religious person, and God holds no place in my heart, but for those to whom he does I am sorry for at Christmas; our consumerism has turned it into another chance for shops like sainsbury's to tell us to 'share', in order to boost their chocolate sales. It is sad.

Thank you for this write; really a lovely piece

[Rita L. Sev]

This is really beautiful, Trace - a much-needed reminder of the season's purpose!

[Trace]

May the Gift of Christmas be yours throughout the new year.
Thank you for your wonderful compliments my friend.

Trace

[hardeep sabharwal]

A lovely christmas poem, nicely done,
wish u seasons greeting :)

[Trace]

Thank you so very much for your wonderful comments and compliments.

Hope you have a great new year.

Trace

[MsJewel]

Just when I think your poetry couldn't get any better, you write this and completely knock me out...This is the true meaning of Christmas and seriously the best holiday poem I've read in a long time.
You really are a sweet beast.

Merry Christmas to you, Shellie and Josh

LY
Julie

[Trace]

You honor and humble me with such a beautiful compliment my dear friend.
Thank you so very very much.

May your Christmas be filled with joy and happiness
And full of family and friends too.

HUGGS.

Trace

[NoelHC]

Another lovely poem for Christmas, my best wishes to you and yours Trace.

[Trace]

Thanks again Noel
Merry Christmas my friend.

Trace

[s y e]

This is utterly gorgeous my friend. I hope you have a lovely Christmas and a splendid new year Trace - may 2015 bring you much love and joy!

[Trace]

Your beautiful compliments on this poem means the world to me.
May God bless you and yours this Christmas season and always.

Huggs. Trace

[Tiana]

Another beautiful poem, Trace ... Such a beautiful gift to receive for He is the reason for the season ... Enjoyed your poem very much. Merry Christmas - Tiana

[Trace]

Thank you so very much for your wonderful compliments and comments on this poem.

Nice to meet you.

Trace

[Tiana]

it's a pleasure to meet you and I look forward to reading more of your beautiful poetry, Trace ...

[Lyn Anderson]

A beautiful Christmas themed poem. Sometimes we are lost in all the glitter.

[Trace]

Thank you for reading and commenting on this piece.
Your beautiful compliments mean the world to me.

Have a joyous Christmas.

Trace

[Matching Socks]

It's not about the pretty packages and bows, the new sweaters or the toys.
It's about something much simpler and deeper. Well done

[Trace]

Thank you so very much my dear friend for your lovely compliments and comments on this poem
read moreThank you so very much my dear friend for your lovely compliments and comments on this poem

May your Christmas be joyous.

Trace

[Matching Socks]

You're welcome and hope yours is too!