Christmas Tree in the Forest Comes to Frontier Family
A frontier family in the forties finds neighbors and a Christmas tree after months of isolation. Sam and Tom befriend new settlers, invite them to their cabin, and plan a forest Christmas with a tree, taffy, gifts, and a shared feast. The gathering marks a hopeful start for a growing settlement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Atlantic
Pacific
Bertonville
Samuel
Higgens
Thomas Peter
van Smith
Sam
Tom
Familly
Nke
Tam
Forest Board
Animals Gather For Christmas In Animalburg
A camel and an elephant lead to a forest meeting where animals hold a peace filled Christmas. Hippopotamus chairs, tiger records, gifting by giraffes, birds sing, lions speak, and many beasts receive gifts suited to each. The tale ends noting even fierce animals become gentle at Christmas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Caniel
Animalburg
Alter Christmas Tree BEREAVED: Toys Gone From Old Tree
In a nostalgic verse MAD WALKER laments a bare Christmas tree stripped of gifts and toys. The poem recalls dolls drums skates rocking horse candy popcorn and other decorations once hanging on the branches, questioning where the toys have vanished and who took them.
Bricktop and Twins Prepare for Christmas Surprise
After returning from New York, Bricktop and the twins plan gifts for family and friends. They secretly stash presents, arrange a special dessert plan, and, during a party, Santa appears in disguise to unveil the gifts, ending with a memorable Christmas night.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New’ York
Bricktop
Lst
Papa
Mamma
Grandpapa
Grandmamma
Will
Agnes
Lulu
Bert
Miss Quick
Maggie
Bettie
Settie
Brick
Ance
Bettle
New York
Lettie
Setatra
Christmas Dinner Tells of Boys and Girls Awaiting Repast
A fragmented reminiscence describes children dressed neatly and awaiting a summons to gather for a Christmas meal. The scene emphasizes anticipation and the communal pleasure of sharing food during the holiday.
Christmas Table Centerpiece From a Tiny Tree
A Christmas centerpiece idea uses a small two foot tree placed in a fern bowl for balance. Green grape and plum halves hang from the branches for a colorful edible decoration.
Also Mentioned on This Page
William Wallace, JR
Santa
Hatiare Letan
Alter
Tettie
Rose
Mr. Perkins
Santa Claus
Mag
Old Santa
Mrs. Perkins
Feet
Vokce
Merry Christmas
Maud
Walker
Roa
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