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- Peace, Love, and Gods Greatest Gift -

The mellifluous musical tones of the village bells Echoing chimes over the cold snowcapped mountains Both finding their way to people in the valley below Christmas songs — let your spirit sing freely and loudly Welcoming the Birth of Our Savior and Baby King Who so charms the Angels on High and God Himself On this night, The Star was so beautiful, clear, and shiny Crisp and so crystal-bright, centered above and beyond Reflecting now the Lord God’s most divine and holy light There is real magic in the night air as Heaven rejoices aloud The child and the infant’s divine soul breathe life now intently Fulfilling truly God’s very promise and His hope to Mankind Keep this Christmas spirit — share it with others near and far Grace filled with good tidings as we dance on wings of joy We all now celebrate in great happiness, love, and kindness Christmas is forever — and you must never ever close this door Faith always enters, carrying His guiding torch high and proud And encouraging Man every step of the way on his long journey Even in a simple cradle where the Baby Jesus so innocently lay Heaven doth bathe His cradle with the warmest rays of divine light Bespeaking the heavenly beauty, joy, and wonder of Our Savior Amazing peace makes a lovely gift, I wish for all of us to have As new life blossoms, wrapped in petals of an immaculate heart God’s holy blessing, love, and intention are clear for all to see That Holy Night the Angels entire sang mirthfully on Christmas Eve Praising Almighty Lord God in Heaven on the birth of His only son The Angels’ paeans echoed in their divine beauty across the Universe To bring peace now, glowing with your love, is His divine intention Rejoicing in God’s Greatest Gift to Mankind who was born in a manger Destined to become Our Most Holy and Divine Savior — Amen! Amen! Anne-Lise Andresen, Liam McDaid, and Gary Bateman A Collaborated Poem, Copyright © All Rights Reserved December 1, 2015 (Unrhymed Tercet)

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Harsha Singh

Date: 1/6/2024 4:28:00 AM

Inspiring poem, I loved the line fullffilling truly god's promise.... So beautiful

Eve Roper

Date: 10/1/2023 10:11:00 AM

An inspiring inspirational poem , my friend. A fav. Many more blessings to you and yours

James Long

Date: 7/14/2020 2:50:00 PM

The only way that we are any different, is in just exactly how we hone each of our individual talents with our Creator entrusted to us by Him together with everyone, and with all life! All aimed in the direction of our "Consistent and Continuing" support for one another as we surrender this effort "All" away to our Creator, to all life, to ourselves, to a foe, or to a friend, child, woman, or man, within whatever country! All advancing within the "Blessed Infinity" of this very moment!

Gary Bateman
Date: 5/18/2023 5:06:00 PM

Hello James, You are exactly right here by what you say. Each of us are entrusted with certain individual talents by the direction of our Creator, that is, Almighty God Himself. In the end, God defines the "Blessed Infinity" of the moment you speak of. Cheers and Best, Gary

Frances Schiavina

Date: 9/25/2019 12:27:00 PM

Thank you for the beautiful poem! May the peace and joy of Jesus keep sparkling form your heart to others.

Anne-Lise Andresen
Date: 9/25/2019 2:19:00 PM

- Many thanks, Frances :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)

Darlene De Beaulieu

Date: 2/21/2019 3:21:00 PM

Hello Sunshine Smile, a beautifully created poem. All i can say to this poem is...Amen.Have a nice day my friend.

Darlene De Beaulieu
Date: 2/22/2019 8:04:00 AM

You are welcomed. have a nice day my friend.

Anne-Lise Andresen
Date: 2/22/2019 2:42:00 AM

- Darlene, many thanks for visiting and lovely comments :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)

Reta Pruitt

Date: 9/14/2018 4:38:00 AM

Such an awe inspiring collaborated. A special thanks to all three of you. Many blessings. Reta

Anne-Lise Andresen
Date: 9/23/2018 3:06:00 AM

- Thank you very much, Reta :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)

Bette Bavington

Date: 9/8/2018 9:54:00 PM

A great piece to show our savior does exist. It is an inspiration.

Anne-Lise Andresen
Date: 9/10/2018 12:55:00 AM

- A big thank you for your visit and your comment, Bette :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)

Gary Bateman

Date: 9/30/2017 2:45:00 PM

Hello Anne-Lise, I just noticed that wondrous Christmas co-write of ours for December 1, 2015 managed to place on the Best 100 Poems List. Yes, indeed, this one did turn out quite beautifully for sure. It was certainly a pleasure to work with you and Liam on this very memorable Christmas poem!! Cheers and Best, Gary

Anne-Lise Andresen
Date: 9/30/2017 3:02:00 PM

- Oh, that was nice news, dear Gary :))) - Thanks to my friends; Gary and Liam ! - ... I have to look at that list - hugs // Anne-Lise :)

Teddy Kimathi

Date: 9/30/2017 5:46:00 AM

Hi Anne Lise. Thank you for this literary inspiration! I really enjoyed it! ;-)

Anne-Lise Andresen
Date: 9/30/2017 5:49:00 AM

- Teddy, many thanks for visiting and lovely comments :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)

Frances Schiavina

Date: 9/28/2017 9:50:00 AM

Beautiful poem to remind us of our faith. Keep writing.

Anne-Lise Andresen
Date: 9/28/2017 11:37:00 AM

- Thank you for your visit & lovely comment, Frances :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)

Ovidiu Bocsa

Date: 9/26/2017 11:15:00 AM

Best wishes and admiration for Sunshine Smile , wonderful verses (also, lovely smile). Your Terza Rima is a reference poem including feeling of the high inspiration and real Presence of the enlightening Light and Love of 1 John 4,8-16.

Anne-Lise Andresen
Date: 9/26/2017 11:44:00 AM

- Thank you for your visit & lovely comment, Ovidiu :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)

Olumuyiwa Onaf

Date: 9/25/2017 9:05:00 PM

I could literally feel the presence of the holy spirit in this Masterpiece, guided with the purest of Love. Thank you kindly

Anne-Lise Andresen
Date: 9/26/2017 3:40:00 AM

- Olumuyiwa, many thanks for visiting and lovely comments :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)

Margaret Franceschini

Date: 9/25/2017 8:43:00 PM

Thank you for the depth of your expression in God. A nice change to read such love and joy. Encouraging for me. Your are truly gifted.

Anne-Lise Andresen
Date: 9/26/2017 3:40:00 AM

- Margaret, many thanks for visiting and lovely comments :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)

Sunlite Wanter

Date: 9/25/2017 5:14:00 PM

This is so upbeat and joyous!!! Congratulations on your Lifetime membership.

Anne-Lise Andresen
Date: 9/26/2017 3:38:00 AM

- Sunlite, many thanks for visiting and lovely comments :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)

Old Buck

Date: 9/25/2017 4:18:00 PM

To each of you that had a part in this. This is the sort of thing we all love to read but few could write. Thank you for sending it along for all of us to share on the soup. oldbuck

Anne-Lise Andresen
Date: 9/26/2017 3:38:00 AM

- Old buck, many thanks for visiting and lovely comments :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)

Debbie Duncan

Date: 6/14/2017 11:37:00 PM

I love this Sunshine smiles :) 7 and more :)

Anne-Lise Andresen
Date: 6/15/2017 2:15:00 AM

- Debbie, many thanks for visiting and lovely comments :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)

Estela Canama

Date: 4/1/2017 6:02:00 AM

Such a wondrous wisdom from God above. Thank you for sharing this joyful poem, Sunshine! God bless you!

Anne-Lise Andresen
Date: 4/1/2017 12:47:00 PM

- Many thanks Estela, for friendly visits and lovely comments :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)

Maria Williams

Date: 3/3/2017 11:06:00 PM

A masterpiece in its own right. So well written. My favourite time of year .

Anne-Lise Andresen
Date: 3/4/2017 4:21:00 AM

- I am really glad you enjoy this "trio" Christmas poem, Maria :) Many thanks for visiting and lovely comments :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)

Robert Lindley

Date: 12/15/2015 8:54:00 PM

Added to my fav list and a superbly written piece. Congrats on creating this gem my friends. A triple treasure within a fantastic measure.

Anne-Lise Andresen
Date: 12/16/2015 4:18:00 AM

- You chose our beautiful Christmas poem today, Robert - Many thanks for visiting and lovely comment - A special thanks and a great honor that you "fav." it ! :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)

Demetrios Trifiatis

Date: 12/15/2015 7:08:00 AM

Divine! The voices of angels are heard in your verses, you holy trinity! A seven to each of you: Anne-Lise, Liam and Gary! Much enjoyed!

Anne-Lise Andresen
Date: 12/15/2015 8:23:00 AM

- I'm so glad you enjoy this Christmas poem from us - I want to share this with all my "soup" friends before Christmas :) - Many thanks for visiting a 7 and lovely comments, dear Demetrios :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)

Neil Kruger

Date: 12/15/2015 5:42:00 AM

Amen. Worthy celebration to the birth of our King.

Anne-Lise Andresen
Date: 12/15/2015 6:21:00 AM

- The year 2015 and forward will need some peace and love - Thanks for reading, Neil :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)

Dave Timperley

Date: 12/10/2015 10:25:00 AM

Ah! Amen & Amen again! You and you co writers have surpassed yourselves with this lovely write. This world needs inspiration more now than it had done in all it's history. God Bless you 3 and all the rest of us too! D.

Anne-Lise Andresen
Date: 12/10/2015 11:11:00 AM

- Many thanks for visiting and lovely comments, Dave :) -A pleasure to share with you - hugs // Anne-Lise :)

Oliver Mckeithan

Date: 12/10/2015 5:12:00 AM

I found your poem to be very inspiring. In the West we have become to materialistic and have allowed ourselves to be wrapped up in things. Your poem brought me back to what it means to be a Christian and celebrate the real Christmas. Thank you Oliver

Anne-Lise Andresen
Date: 12/10/2015 6:45:00 AM

- You chose our beautiful Christmas poem today, Oliver :) - Many thanks for visiting and lovely comment :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)

Elizabeth Ruff

Date: 12/9/2015 10:34:00 PM

Your Feeling our based on all the Faith you have .May God always Bless.

Anne-Lise Andresen
Date: 12/10/2015 2:21:00 AM

- Many thanks for visiting and lovely comments, Elizabeth :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)

Liam Mcdaid

Date: 12/9/2015 4:57:00 PM

truly touching anne lise to see you on top slot i am sure gary will agree with me on that note congratulations dear pal also thank you also i would like to thank everyone for the heartfelt beautiful comments

Gary Bateman
Date: 12/12/2015 12:46:00 PM

Absolutely Liam I agree!! It pleases me greatly to see Anne-Lise on the top slot here with the posting of our co-write. I knew that fellow Soupers would like this one. Big Congrats to Dear Anne-Lise!! Cheers and Best, Gary

Anne-Lise Andresen
Date: 12/10/2015 2:20:00 AM

- Although it is posted in my name, honor is to you and Gary also !!!! - hugs // Anne-Lise :)