Christmas Kindness

Gold cherry

By skinner_jennifer

Sun, 23 Dec 2018
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With the stimulating fragrance of spicy candles, I was struck by how clear recollections of that perfect Christmas burst into my memory. Like an animated child I was armed with gifts that day, feasting with excited eyes on a house overflowing with kindness and love.

 

Wreath upon front door, swathed with joyful spirit to all who enter here, remembering rooms festooned with decorations, a tree draped in tinsel and twinkling lights.

 

Welcomed by grandparents...though not mine I wish they were, she with a soft gentle voice that would melt any heart, he with a strong understanding of the young yet always attentive to his darling wife.

 

Granddaughter returned from university, unable to contain her smile of excitement, chatting endlessly of chance meetings with frost in chilly air, loves young gathering for the season, plunging into chance adventures, places to go friends to meet.

 

Twelve of us there were around that table which was heaving with festive food, gifts neatly wrapped with just a hint of ribbon here and there, as I flopped into a bean bag to open mine.

 

Then in early evening with kisses on cheeks...saying fond goodbyes, I made my way home to a lonely flat, but with a beaming grin that said:

this was one of the best Christmases ever.

 

Happy Christmas to all at ABC Tales.

 

Jenny.

xxx

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Submitted by Insertponceyfre... on

What a wonderful heart-warming piece of prose Jenny. I hope you have a Christmas every bit as good this year, and a great 2019. Thank you for being such a lovely and generous member of ABCTales xx

 

Submitted by Rhiannonw on

A happy picture. A warm happy family is such an encouragement to all around, and can welcome in others into its arms. It's often not families with lots of money, and often those who have had many of their own sorrows and troubles to work through, who find contenement and generosity and sympathy for others. Rhiannon

 

Submitted by celticman on

happy christmas to you too, jenny. 

 

Submitted by Di_Hard on

lovely happy image you have shared, I think your company would have made your hosts day perfect too

 

Submitted by Ray Schaufeld on

A lovely memory, wishing youa good christmas and New Year xx

Submitted by skinner_jennifer on

I'm so pleased you enjoyed this piece. Many thanks for the lovely comment insert and I wish you and yours all the best for Christmas and New Year.

The cherries were so welcome too. Thank you. smiley

Jenny. xx

 

Submitted by skinner_jennifer on

Hi Rhiannon,

they were such a lovely couple who lived in my neighbourhood at the time. It was when I was a single parent and my son was at his dad's for Christmas. Like you said, they didn't have much money, but enjoyed life and had a lot of community spirit, as soon as they found out I would be on my own they welcomed me into their home.

Thank you for sharing your thoughts, much appreciated.

Jenny. smiley

 

Submitted by skinner_jennifer on

Hope you have a great Christmas too Jack.

Many thanks.

Jenny. smiley

 

Submitted by skinner_jennifer on

Good morning Di,

what a kind thing to say. Christmas day has always been special, family gatherings in particular.

Glad you liked this piece of writing and thank you so much for your comment.

Jenny. smiley

 

Submitted by skinner_jennifer on

Hello Elsie,

hope life is treating you well and the move has worked out for you.

I bet you're busy with Christmas here, but hope you manage to get some well earned rest. wink

Thank you for letting me know you liked and have an enjoyable Christmas and prosperous New Year.

Jenny. smiley

 

Submitted by Philip Sidney on

Small kindnesses can make a big difference.  This heartwarming story is a perfect Christmas Eve facebook and twitter pick of the day - do share. smiley

Happy Christmas Jenny - Happy Christmas everyone. xxx

Submitted by skinner_jennifer on

Wow! What a wonderful surprise to find this piece as pick of the day.

Thank you so much for the lovely gold cherries Philip and I hope you had a great Christmas too.

Wishing you a prosperous New Year. 

Jenny. xxx smiley

 

Submitted by Rhymes And Reasons on

Christmas is not the same anymore since my mother passed four years ago. I don't seem to find the joy and spirit in the festive season that I used to. I always loved this time of year in the past. Let me end by saying, 'Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas!' All of the best Jenny.

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Submitted by skinner_jennifer on

Hi Jacques,

I know exactly how you feel, I used to love Christmas too when my mum and dad were alive, had my decorations up in November and enjoyed all the food, trimmings and parties.

I got rid of a lot of my decorations and tree, because it just created a lot of dust when put up. Now, it's just me and my partner, and since we've retired it's like every day is Christmas...of course without all the fuss. Just not having to go out to work for a living is the best feeling. 

We both don't need much, just enjoy the simple life. I did all my living when I was young and fit, now just love to have time on my hands to do what I want.

So you're not alone. I do hope that whatever you do, you too have a Wonderful Christmas and enjoy the season.

Lovely to hear from you and thank you for your thoughts.

Jenny. smiley