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Christmas Rhymes
by tope Ogundare Shining trees And toppings of a star; Family gatherings, Sounds of hearty laughter; Hanging mistletoes, Colourful candles scented, Plates of marshed potatoes Stuffings in turkey roasted. It's the holiday season, Filled with seasoning; Let's remember the reason For all the rejoicing: Long ago in a tiny manger, Was born the Messiah, Admist threats of danger, To fulfill man's greatest desire. Yearning for the communion lost, Thirsty for everlasting life, Given to selfish desires and lust Mankind wallow in evil and strife; Through the Saviour's birth-God's gift His life, love and death And end was brought to the rift Between God and man;He paid the eternal debt. "Hosanna in the Highest" The angels sing Man's songs will sound loudest; To the highest heaven our praises ring Peace on earth, Goodwill to all, Prosperity and mirth Forever to all who heed His call. ************************************* Merry Christmas to all and sundry! Wishing you a fun filled year ahead. Ogundare Tope, a Psychiatrist in training at the Neuropsychiatric hospital, Abeokuta, Nigeria. Lover of books and music. A writer, poet, musician and physician. blogs at [email protected]. contact email: [email protected] Article Source: http://www.faithwriters.com |