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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