Here’s a light-hearted poem about a nativity play that went slightly wrong: In a sleepy little village, on a cold December night, The children gathered nervously, their costumes snug and tight. The stage was set, the lights were low, the parents packed the pews, For the yearly nativity, an event they wouldn’t choose. ... Little …
Here’s a reflective poem about Bethlehem at Christmas during times of war. May the spirit of peace and resilience be with all those touched by conflict. A view of the Evangelical Lutheran Christmas Church's Nativity scene in Bethlehem. Last year, (2023), it portrayed a baby Christ born under rubble and wrapped up in a Palestinian …
“You know, it’s all quite splendid,” Said the old man dressed in red, “It’s splendid, splendid, splendid,” He shouted from his sled. “That Christmas time should come again Like clockwork every year. So, I bring you all glad tidings Good wishes and great cheer. Enjoy yourselves, my little flock Good food, good wine and beer. …
