Open Before Christmas




Open Before Christmas


To: You


From: The Giver



Priceless gifts

clustered beneath the tree


bound with scarlet, textured paper

encircled with prickly holy

....forgiveness


secured with triple braid

encased in gold foil

....eternal life


adorned with curling ribbons

emblazoned with sparkling stars

....love


enfolded in soft tissue

embossed with pure white doves

....peace


shimmering with glittering sequins

embellished with tinkling bells

....joy



--May H. Fortson
s
Mature Living, December 2008




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