Tuesday, April 7, 2009

EASTER GREETINGS




I resurrected a poem that I wrote some time ago and hope you will find some Easter memories hidden in the lines.




The time has come at last

to give up the Lenten fast


this week is holy

filled with awesome sights

the blessing of the Holy Water

the Pascal candle to light

the purple colors of the penitent

change to glorious white

for HE has risen

our favorite acolyte


The dove of peace, serenity

the air is filled with song

choirs, organs,

church bells ring

for HE has come along.



The children dressed

in frocks of organdy

Mary Janes upon their feet

easter hats with flowers

gloves and purses that are neat

long pants, and ties

dressed up little men

waiting to slide down

and show their knees again



Colored eggs and chocolate bunnies

hide out in the grass

and soon the air is filled

with children knowing how to laugh


Easter ham, escalloped potatoes

baskets filled with chocolate

tied with ribbons true

jelly beans, candy eggs

a treat for me and you


HOPE YOUR EASTER IS BRIGHT AND BEAUTIFUL . . . JUST LIKE YOU.

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