The Pastores and Holiday Reflections in South West Texas
An extended reminiscence on Christmas customs in South West Texas. It describes the Pastores play among Mexican households, the mingling of cultural traditions, and the devout faith shaping the season. A poem by Mrs. Sophia P. Snow follows, about Santa Claus and parental forgiveness at Christmas.
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A New Year Blessing for Hope and Resolve
A solemn New Year message speaks of new beginnings and renewed effort. It asks for courage, compassion, and steadfast character to brighten others lives and heal sorrows. The verse envisions days of faith love and purpose guiding all through the coming year.
A Christmas Caroll In The Air And Bethlehem King
A Christmas carol evokes a star in the sky a mother’s prayer and a baby’s cry. The star shines like fire as the earth rings with the cradle at Bethlehem cradling a king.
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An Acrostic Poem Of Blessings And Wishes
A poetic acrostic celebrates greetings on a festive street scene. It invokes blessings for all ages and passersby, weaving wishes for joy, love, and good fortune with lines about flowers and angels guiding the way.
Turkeys Threatened by Hunger Forebodings and Slaughter
A stark poem warns of Turkey-dom facing imminent famine and indiscriminate slaughter as Christmas looms. The piece imagines gobbiers and gobblers noting that some turkeys will die during the holiday season, depicting a grim famine foretelling.
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