Christmas Traditions
December 24, 2024
Most people have traditions they like to keep at this time of year, whether it be something that's widely recognised, such as gathering for Christmas dinner, or something only their family does. In recent years, I've tried to set up a new tradition. It's mainly something I like to do for myself, but I hope it gives those who are on the receiving end of it a little fun too.
I try to write some verses or mini stories reflecting the time of year to put in the Christmas cards I send to my nearest and dearest. They aren't anything that any editor would want to publish. At best, they are what my sister calls doggerel (you can always rely on your family to stop you getting too big for your boots!), but at least they show that I've given their cards more thought than merely writing 'Merry Christmas'.
Not everyone is lucky enough to have people to give cards to, or the means to send them if they did. For anyone who will be on their own, or for those who are taking a few minutes away from the seasonal preparations, here's an example of my Christmas 'doggerel'. I hope it makes you smile.
I try to write some verses or mini stories reflecting the time of year to put in the Christmas cards I send to my nearest and dearest. They aren't anything that any editor would want to publish. At best, they are what my sister calls doggerel (you can always rely on your family to stop you getting too big for your boots!), but at least they show that I've given their cards more thought than merely writing 'Merry Christmas'.
Not everyone is lucky enough to have people to give cards to, or the means to send them if they did. For anyone who will be on their own, or for those who are taking a few minutes away from the seasonal preparations, here's an example of my Christmas 'doggerel'. I hope it makes you smile.
A CHRISTMAS STAR
Ron wasn't allowed in the heavenly choir,
His voice was so deep and the angels sang higher,
But when one year they all lost their voices
The had to agree there were no other choices,
And so they allowed little Ron to sing
About the birth of the Heavenly King,
Although they thought the audience might
Prefer to have a silent night,
But when they heard Ron's voice that morn
People shouted for more, and a star was born.
Posted by K. S. Dearsley.
