Well, friends, here we are. Two days before Christmas and, given the recent events at Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newtown, Conn., it's going to be a challenge to stay jolly this year.
But, as has become customary for my little space in the world, this particular column is expressly designated for " 'Twas the Night before Christmas"-isms. Here's the PK take on the Clement Moore classic for Christmas 2012.
'Twas a while before Christmas
When all through the nation
TV sets, tablets, laptops
And computers were blazin'
With horrific news
And horrendous sights
That left each of us in
Much despair day and night.
For, although we have witnessed
Such evils before
This story caused outrage,
Devastation - and more.
Because no human being
With a pulse and a soul
Could witness this dread
And walk away whole.
Yet although we're distraught
And through all of our tears
There's a shimmer of hope
That quells some of our fears.
For it's easy to forget
What this season's about
Or give into the sadness,
And outrage and doubt.
But the truth is this year
Probably more than most others
We must all come together
As sisters and brothers.
And turn to our God
With a deep, trusting faith
Recalling the treasure
Of the promise He made.
To send us his Son,
Though we just don't deserve it!
So to save us from sin
For He feels we are worth it.
Lo, as hard as it is
To dig deep and find joy;
Take heart, just reflect
On that little baby boy.
The one born outside
In a small meager manger
Who now holds in His keep
26 souls safe from danger.
So, this season remember
To hold your family tight
And give thanks for the wonder
Of pure Christmas light.
Merry Christmas and happy holidays. God bless!
Kimerer is a Tribune Chronicle columnist and Christmas lover. She prays for Christmas blessings to all and to all a good night. Email her at pkimerer@zoominternet.net