The Christmas of Near Despair
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Comment from royowen
I found out the My dad was really Santa when I caught him bringing a pillowcase full of wonder in the night when I was six. From that day to this, I don't rate Santa at all, even told my kids he didn't exist, it was always going to be a lie anyway, I was worried about that, it didn't bother them at all, they had enough imagination of their own to more than compensate, Jesus is enough, He's the real gift giver. But He was the compensation that wonderful day, what lovely brothers you have. Beautifully written, blessings, Roy
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I found out the My dad was really Santa when I caught him bringing a pillowcase full of wonder in the night when I was six. From that day to this, I don't rate Santa at all, even told my kids he didn't exist, it was always going to be a lie anyway, I was worried about that, it didn't bother them at all, they had enough imagination of their own to more than compensate, Jesus is enough, He's the real gift giver. But He was the compensation that wonderful day, what lovely brothers you have. Beautifully written, blessings, Roy
Comment Written 09-Dec-2019
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Thank you so much for the excellent review and kindest compliments. My brothers were not lovely, they were wild. I called them affectionately, 'The Wolves.' They ate us out of house and home according to my mother. The were creative and industrious though, and loved Christmas as we all did.
Sending you my best today as always,
Sally ;)
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Heh heh, like that Sally.
Comment from Barb Hensongispsaca
This piece of sharing is absolutely the best part of Christmas. Excellently written and no glitches that I notes. What a wonderful true story and a great memory
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This piece of sharing is absolutely the best part of Christmas. Excellently written and no glitches that I notes. What a wonderful true story and a great memory
Comment Written 09-Dec-2019
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Thank you so much, dear Barb. I'm glad you enjoyed my Christmas memory. Sending you my best today as always,
Sally xo
Comment from Janice Canerdy
There are SO many touching stories on the news during this season--some of them much like the one you've told so well in this piece, making people tear up and smile at the same time, helping us realize there IS good in the world.
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There are SO many touching stories on the news during this season--some of them much like the one you've told so well in this piece, making people tear up and smile at the same time, helping us realize there IS good in the world.
Comment Written 09-Dec-2019
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Yes, I never knew who did this kind act. It has caused me to make Christmas special as best I can for my family and others.
Sending you my best today as always, and blessings at Christmas,
Sally xo
Comment from Sankey
A wonderful story sweetheart. My Mum seemed to be able to make Christmas a happy occasion, even after our Dad left us when I was 8. Loved the picture as well. NO SPAGS!
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A wonderful story sweetheart. My Mum seemed to be able to make Christmas a happy occasion, even after our Dad left us when I was 8. Loved the picture as well. NO SPAGS!
Comment Written 09-Dec-2019
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No Spags, what a wonderful bit of news at Christmas. I'm so glad our enjoyed my Christmas memory. T'was a sweet one. Sending you and Louise my best today and for Christmas cheer. Thanks again so much!!
Sally xoxo
Comment from Pam (respa)
-Very nice image
and story, Sally.
-You tell it very well
and it flows from the
beginning to the end.
-I am with you on being
an optimist-what would
the world be without them?!
-Your mother sounds like a
wonderful person who cared
deeply about her children.
-The description of getting
and decorating the tree is vivid,
and I bet you remember it as
one of the best ever!
-How wonderful that someone
stepped up to make sure
you had a wonderful Christmas.
-I like the ending, too!
-Good luck in the contest.
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-Very nice image
and story, Sally.
-You tell it very well
and it flows from the
beginning to the end.
-I am with you on being
an optimist-what would
the world be without them?!
-Your mother sounds like a
wonderful person who cared
deeply about her children.
-The description of getting
and decorating the tree is vivid,
and I bet you remember it as
one of the best ever!
-How wonderful that someone
stepped up to make sure
you had a wonderful Christmas.
-I like the ending, too!
-Good luck in the contest.
Comment Written 09-Dec-2019
reply by the author on 10-Dec-2019
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Dear Pam, thank you so much. I'm so pleased you enjoyed my Christmas memory from 1961. My mother's giving spirit is now mine, and I love to give gifts at Christmas. I've been slowed by illness but pressing through. {Smiles.} Thank you for the generous stars and outstanding marks. It is a gift you continue to bless me with.
Sending you my best today as always, and richest blessings for Christmas!
Sally xoxo
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You are very welcome and deserving, Sally. I am the same way about Christmas; I have more fun with what I give to people and always have some kind of story to go with it! I hope things improve for you soon.
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Thank you, dear Pam.
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You are welcome, Sally.
Comment from fm wright
What a beautiful Christmas story. The way you have told it pulls at one's heartstrings in bringing both sadness and then joy. What a beautiful tale for this time of the year.
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What a beautiful Christmas story. The way you have told it pulls at one's heartstrings in bringing both sadness and then joy. What a beautiful tale for this time of the year.
Comment Written 09-Dec-2019
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Thank you so much for the wonderful review and kind compliments, dear Faye. I'm glad if this inspired you with the giving spirit of the season. Christmas blessings to you and yours,
Sally xoxo
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A truly inspirational piece . Christmas blessings for your family as well. xoxo
Faye
Comment from country ranch writer
Nice presentation for this heart warming Christmas story. Been there done that several times in growing up. We always had.a tree from the forest and made gifts for each other cause there was no other Christmas.
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Nice presentation for this heart warming Christmas story. Been there done that several times in growing up. We always had.a tree from the forest and made gifts for each other cause there was no other Christmas.
Comment Written 09-Dec-2019
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Thank you very much for the excellent review and comments. Yes, I have returned to simpler things this year and the joys of the season. Sending you my best today as always, and blessing for Christmas,
Sally xo
Comment from Phyllis Stewart
What a wonderful story. I'll bet you were all amazed ... not to mentioned grateful. I guess you never learned who did the good deed. Probably several friends all pitched in. I really enjoyed reading this. It's about love, just like Christmas. :)
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What a wonderful story. I'll bet you were all amazed ... not to mentioned grateful. I guess you never learned who did the good deed. Probably several friends all pitched in. I really enjoyed reading this. It's about love, just like Christmas. :)
Comment Written 09-Dec-2019
reply by the author on 10-Dec-2019
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Thank you so much for the excellent review and kind compliments. I'm glad you enjoyed my Christmas memory. Sending you my best along with blessings for Christmas,
Sally xo
Comment from Robert Zimmerman
Hello Sal. What a wonderful story. I was touched by the starkness of the situation, the love of the parents and the event of Christmas morning. It also struck the chord of nostalgia with me because I grew up in the heart of Appalachia with my grandparents and have similar memories. Good luck in the contest. Robert
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Hello Sal. What a wonderful story. I was touched by the starkness of the situation, the love of the parents and the event of Christmas morning. It also struck the chord of nostalgia with me because I grew up in the heart of Appalachia with my grandparents and have similar memories. Good luck in the contest. Robert
Comment Written 09-Dec-2019
reply by the author on 10-Dec-2019
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Dear Robert, thank you for the excellent review and kind comments. Yes, we have much in common. I'm glad you enjoyed my Christmas memory from 1961. We lived in historic Canton, Georgia. Dupree Street is still there, my family ancestral name, and inspiration for 'What The Blind Girl Saw' characters. Now, you know too much . . . .
Sending you my best today as always,
Sally :)
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Hi Sally. It's been awhile, but I have been to Canton Georgia a few times. It was always on business. It is always wonderful to hear from you. Z
Comment from damommy
There is nothing more painful than when you can't give you children the things they want/need. Especially at Christmas and birthdays. Bless whoever brought those gifts. Someone new how hard your mother worked and decided to help. There are good people 'out there.'
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There is nothing more painful than when you can't give you children the things they want/need. Especially at Christmas and birthdays. Bless whoever brought those gifts. Someone new how hard your mother worked and decided to help. There are good people 'out there.'
Comment Written 09-Dec-2019
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Thank you so much for the excellent review and kind comments, dear Yvonne. Yes, there really are good things still at work.
Sending you my best today as always,
Sally xo
