How many times have you heard
someone say on Christmas Day
this is not what I wanted.
Ungrateful for what they received,
it did not cost as much as they had expected
always forgetting that each thing
is given with love from the giver.
It does not matter how much it cost or what size it is;
just remember the love that it holds
from the one who gives it.
Never be ungrateful for anything at Christmas time
for there thousands out there
who will not receive anything at all
and some who would be thankful
for some bread upon their table.
When it comes to Christmas Day
always be thankful for whatever you receive
and joyful someone thought of you.
Remember Christmas is a celebration
of God giving us his son Jesus Christ,
not for how many presents we receive
large or small does not matter at all.
Christmas is a celebration
of bestowing love on everyone.
The love we give is in the presents
and should be accepted as such,
not the measure by how much
or how little someone had to spend,
but the love, which is given.
One last word before I go to everyone,
have yourself a safe and merry Christmas
to one and all wherever you may be.
The love we give is the important thing David as this fine verse impresses on the resader - - and well written as advice for the season of 'goodwill' - - - 10 from Fay
This poem has not been translated into any other language yet.
I would like to translate this poem
Lovely poem David. How I wish that everyone would take this on board. It matters not how much a present costs, it is the thought that counts. To be honest, I would go further, and say that it doesn't matter if you don't buy one. I always tell my kids that Christmas dwells within us. If you can't feel it, don't give it. It seems that these days, more and more peer pressure is put on poor families to spend more and more. The only real winners are the shops and the economy. I love Christmas, and your wise words sum it up. A great little poem, and a definite 10. Best Regards Steve