Christmas Verses

I have a very special friend named Teresa. She lives hundreds of miles from here, and we met through an online recipe forum. I've not yet met her in person, but hope to meet her someday here on earth. But I feel sure if that doesn't happen, we'll meet in heaven one day, and we'll know each other instantly! She's such a sweetie, and is frequently sending me a prayer or poem she found somewhere. Following are two such poems she shared with me today. Blessings T, and thank you!

The Sights And Sounds Of Christmas

The sound of joyful church bells

Heard from a distant hill,

A warm and cozy fireside

To chase the winter's chill.

The jingle of the sleigh bells,

A Christmas candle's glow,

The cherished celebrations

Each heart has come to know.

A child's anticipation

As he peers beneath the tree,

And finds the gift he asked for

When he sat on Santa's knee.

The sights and sounds of Christmas

Woefully will depart,

But the wondrous love of Jesus

Can remain within each heart.

—Catherine Janssen Irwin

Everywhere Christmas

Peace on earth—

It's Christmas;

Silent is the night.

All about

the beauty—

Earth is dressed in white.

Listen;

Hear the angels—

Songs are in the air.

Wide eyes shine in wonder—

It's Christmas everywhere.

—Joan Stephen

One more thing - I resisted addng music to my blog for a long time, but decided to add some Chrstmas music. How do you like it? Had you rather have music, or not have music? Please let me know what YOU think! I'd really like t know. Blessings friends! Becky