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Will Christmas Ever Find Them

Let's remember the families who are struggling this season.

23 total reviews 
Comment from Debbie D'Arcy
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A beautiful story movingly written. So pertinent especially in this current economic climate. I also love the message that Santa can be anyone, not just a character who arrives at Christmas. Thanks for sharing. Regards Debbie

 Comment Written 23-Mar-2023


reply by the author on 23-Mar-2023
    Hi, Debbie. I appreciate you reading this little story. Thank you for your kind words!

    Have a great day, and God bless.
    mike
Comment from Cindy Decker 2
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Mike,
I'm sorry I got behind in my reviewing and missed this poignant Christmas story.

At first it's incredibly sad, then it opens so a euphoric conclusion.

Congratulations on your much-deserved first place win.
Hugs and Blessings, Mike
Cindy

 Comment Written 06-Jan-2023


reply by the author on 08-Jan-2023
    Hi, Cindy. Thank you for your kind words and support!

    Have a great day, and God bless.
    mike
Comment from Verna Cole Mitchell
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I loved your story. It touched my heart, and it was, indeed, a much deserved "win" of a Christmas story. I also liked your comments in the author's views about how Santa is. Congratulations!

 Comment Written 03-Jan-2023


reply by the author on 04-Jan-2023
    Hello, my friend. Thank you for your kind words!

    Have a great day, and God bless.
    mike
Comment from Aiona
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What a lovely story! I can see why it won the Christmas story contest. It makes me think of a movie I saw last year. I wish I could remember the name of that movie!

I had one question.... did Lily say "Merry Christmas to you, too," or was there a decoration on the door that said it?

I wasn't sure, from this sentence:

Lily smiles at the beautifully decorated door, saying, "Merry Christmas to you, too."

It would be so sad and yet funny if it had a wreath that actually read that.

 Comment Written 03-Jan-2023


reply by the author on 04-Jan-2023
    Hello, my friend. Thank you for your kind words!

    Have a great day, and God bless.
    mike
Comment from PENofFIRE
Exceptional
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How many six stars did you get for this piece? I can't imagine anyone reading your story giving less. What a beautiful story. Have you written a book? If you have I bet it was a winner. If you haven't, do it. It is sure it will be. A book of short stories like this one - Oh my, words aren't enough. In other words, you did good.

Have a happy New Year,
Pen

 Comment Written 03-Jan-2023


reply by the author on 03-Jan-2023
    Hello, my friend. I think this story received 5 six stars and of course, a 7 star for winning the contest. In books, I'm trying to finish the third entry into the Gabe Hope series and so many story collections. In all, I think Fanstory said I've got 450 pieces on here. Thank you for your kind words and shiny six stars. They are deeply appreciated!

    Have a great day, and God bless.
    mike
Comment from Annmuma
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Congrats on your win. Lovely story and well written. Indeed, in my opinion Santa should exist everyday. We are our brothers' keeper and, if we don't, no one does. Good reminder. ann

 Comment Written 01-Jan-2023


reply by the author on 02-Jan-2023
    Hello, my friend. Thank you for your kind words!

    Have a great day, and God bless.
    mike
Comment from John Ciarmello
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A beautiful Christmas story, Mike! I enjoyed the calming sentiment and the feeling that Christmas would never come for Landon. It had all the elements of Christmas and the meaning behind it. Best, JohnC
Congratulations!!

 Comment Written 01-Jan-2023


reply by the author on 02-Jan-2023
    Hi, John. Thank you for your kind words!

    Have a great day, and God bless.
    mike
Comment from Contests

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A contest winning entry! A seven star rating from the Contest Committee for posting the winning contest entry.

 Comment Written 01-Jan-2023


reply by the author on 02-Jan-2023
    Thanks again!
Comment from Thomas Blanks
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Mike,
Like all of your stories, this has a message of hope and a message of love. You are truly a good person who spreads optimistic outlooks to those who are wise enough to listen. Here's wishing you and yours all the best this holiday season and a wonderful new year!

 Comment Written 15-Dec-2022


reply by the author on 15-Dec-2022
    Hi, Thomas. Thank you for your kind words and support!

    Have a great day and Merry Christmas.
    mike
Comment from Sally Law
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A sweet story much like my own. It was a contest winner a few years back. I love yours as Jesus and Santa get those wishes and needs met at Christmas. Thank you for sharing, papa! Blessings to you always and blessings for Christmas to you all,
Sal XOs

 Comment Written 14-Dec-2022


reply by the author on 15-Dec-2022
    Hi, Sally. Thank you for your kind words and support!

    Have a great day and Merry Christmas