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Christmas

by Carol Nelson

Christmas is contingent on
A little bit of glitter.
A sniff of pine,
Tinkle of bells,
Perhaps some snow.
Warm cheeks and
A rosy glow.
A modicum of music.
Nip of nog,
Cozy slippers,
Smiles on faces of
Little nippers.
And then ..
A tear
For the memory
Of bygone years.

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