Merry Mashup
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a tangle of glories
wrapped in silly stories
you better be nice
Santa knows your vice
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tots wrangling for toys
glittering dolls for boys
construction sets for girls
the genders have twirls
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a time for inclusion
beyond the illusion
underneath the stories
masks and glories
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let the Christmas spirit shine
mature as a fine wine
savor the flavor of love
embrace peace like a dove
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may your spirits be bright
on this solstice night
open those magic doors
from my heart to yours
~
During the frenzy of the holidays, gift giving, celebrations, etc, may we remember to celebrate the light. The winter solstice has historically been a time to celebrate the seasons and passing of the light.
Too often we seek happiness, love, and satisfaction in the outer world. As we go about our holiday traditions, may we take time to nurture our inner light and share that brilliance with the world. Much more than gifts, what we really have to give to the world is our presence and our love.
Shine your light!
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Merry Christmas, Brad – to you and all those who mean the most to you!
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Thank you Annette. May blessings flow your way.
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A Happy Solstice to you Brad 🙂
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Thank you Andrea. Shine on!
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Well said, Brad. And a beautiful, fun poem. Happy Solstice and Christmas to you!
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Really loved this poem, Brad! What truth wrapped in a bow of fun!! The sweetest blessings to you my friend. I hope your Christmas is filled with light and love 💜
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I like your description of truth wrapped in fun. Sounds like a great way to live! Merry Christmas to you from the elves. 🙂
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Thank you for your lovely poem and wonderful reminder! Tis the season and happy holidays to you, Brad!
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You’re most welcome Ka. Merry Merry!
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wonderful poem and photo, Brad. Have a wonderful Christmas and all the best for 2018, kind regards Mitza
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Thank you Mitza. Holiday blessings to you and yours. Ho Ho Ho.
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Thank you Brad, loved your clever poem, and great photo share. And yes I lit a candle especially for the solstice yesterday..
Much Love and wishing you all the very best for Christmas my friend.. See you soon..
Love and Blessings
Sue ❤ 💕🎄🎅✨🎁
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Thank you Sue. I’m glad to share the journey and light with you.
Merry Christmas! ❤ 💕🎄🎅✨🎁
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Brad, wishing you lots of merriment over the holidays – and may 2018 be the best year yet! 🙂 Aleya
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Thanks Aleya. I appreciate the blessings for a better year in 2018. Hugs and blessings to you and yours.
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You said this so beautifully Brad. And I loved the poem too. Shine on my friend and blessings to you and those you love. ❤️✨
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Thank you Miriam. May we learn to live with each other in more peace, love and understanding.
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Ditto. Couldn’t agree more Brad.
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