Christmas


‘Twas the first day of August when all through the school
The classrooms were shiny--new desks arrived, too.
The principal and secretary were back at their tasks
Each teacher returned to prepare for her class.

Parents came too-both mom and dad,
That school was starting, they were very glad!
New teachers, new faces came that first day
Everyone ready to work and to play.

September brought its share of fun
A new book fair rated number one
For parents, a Drawdown and Cooking Show, too,
Was fun for guests and the kitchen crew!

October was quiet, testing was done,
Grandparents Day brought more great fun.
Snacks were served, Bingo was played,
Grandparents went home, but the kids all stayed.

A Veteran’s Program headlined November
So the children would learn to always remember
The sacrifices made for the freedom we share
With hope that it can be spread everywhere
Thanks were given with food and toys brought by all the girls and boys
A Turkey Trot on Thanksgiving morn brought out the brave, not the forlorn!

Advent came to begin a new year
No special theme this year did appear
New wording at Mass made us all pause
‘Twas not a gift from Santa Claus!

A party for children four through eight--The Student Council could hardly wait
But joy and gladness did abound as St. Nicholas brought small gifts around.

As Advent Candles each week were lit,
Children were reminded bit by bit
Of Who it was they waited for,
Who it was brought blessings galore

They learned of Mary, the stainless one, soon to be Mother of God’s Son
Joseph, too, was talked about--a man so quiet and devout--
As parents they prepared in silence and joy for the birth of this very special boy
Who came on earth good will to bring, about Whom myriads of angels sing
In Him alone can Peace be found
By us it must be spread around

So now as Christmas time is here,
Be an Apostle of good cheer
Let others see the Christ in you ,
And be like Christ in all you do.
The love of Christ you willingly share
Will lead to Peace everywhere.
Your own heart also will forever know
The fullness of joy God came to bestow!

May the Peace and Joy of that First Christmas
be yours now and throughout the New Year!