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Santaโ€™s Lap

My life in review.

By J. S. WadePublished 2 years ago โ€ข Updated 2 years ago โ€ข 2 min read
Top Story - December 2023
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Deck the halls with joy and laughter

Santa arbitrates a serious matter.

Yuletide cheer comes every year.

On St Nicks lap, all wishes he hears.

๐ŸŽ…

"What is your name sweet little boy?

Share with me your list of toys?

Have you been naughty, good, or bad?

Are your parents happy or sad?"

โ€ข

"My nameโ€™s โ€œgot.โ€ S. C. O. T. โ€œgot.โ€

my brothers all act, very bad,

They call me names, like snotty Scott,

make mommy cry, my dad's very mad."

๐ŸŽ…

Yuletide cheer comes every year.

On St Nick's lap, all wishes he hears.

๐ŸŽ…

"Whatโ€™s your name, you handsome young slick?

You still believe in Ole Saint Nick?

Let me check your list, maybe twice.

A car, a game? Have you been nice?"

โ€ข

"My nameโ€™s Scott, I wonโ€™t be dismissed.

Give me what I want, I must insist.

My happiness reigns beyond all else,

Donโ€™t bring a car that sits on a shelf."

๐ŸŽ…

Yuletide cheer comes every year.

On St Nicks lap, all wishes he hears.

๐ŸŽ…

"What is your name Mr. Businessman?

A wee bit Old, for my old knee?

Ah heck, go ahead, let me see,

A baby? A boy? oh my, geez."

โ€ข

"Mr. Santa, please, to you Mr. Wade.

Iโ€™ve earned the right, and wonโ€™t be swayed.

I confess, my career is blessed,

A child for Christmas is my quest."

๐ŸŽ…

Yuletide cheer comes every year.

On St Nicks lap, all wishes he hears.

๐ŸŽ…

courtesy Allouise Gehrke

"What is your name grumpy old man?

Havenโ€™t I given, all your demands?

Toys, a car, a sweet precious boy.

Your heart seems heavy, still no joy?"

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"Iโ€™m all alone, my boy is dead.

Possessions are gone, I live in dread.

Iโ€™ve missed the point, your gifts were free,

Great blessings were bestowed on me."

โ€ข

"Today, I ask, for nothing from you,

The past, my life, now in review.

How can I help around the world?

Would you please, make me your elf?

Iโ€™ve taken too much, itโ€™s time to give,

by helping, sharing, I will live."

๐ŸŽ…

Yuletide cheer comes every year.

On St Nick's lap, your wishes heโ€™ll hear.

From cradle to now, I have changed.

Giving my best, life rearranged.

๐ŸŽ…

HO HO, Merry Christmas to all.

Happy Hanukkah, Kwanzaa too.

Joy and Peace for all in the world

This my holiday wish for you.

๐ŸŽ…๐ŸŽ…๐ŸŽ…๐ŸŽ…๐ŸŽ…๐ŸŽ…๐ŸŽ…๐ŸŽ…๐ŸŽ…๐ŸŽ…๐ŸŽ…๐ŸŽ…

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About the Creator

J. S. Wade

Since reading Tolkien in Middle school, I have been fascinated with creating, reading, and hearing art through storyโ€™s and music. I am a perpetual student of writing and life.

J. S. Wade owns all work contained here.

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  1. Compelling and original writing

    Creative use of language & vocab

  2. Easy to read and follow

    Well-structured & engaging content

  3. Excellent storytelling

    Original narrative & well developed characters

  1. Heartfelt and relatable

    The story invoked strong personal emotions

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    Zero grammar & spelling mistakes

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  • Gina C.2 years ago

    What a wonderful piece, Scott! I was defiitely hit with all the feels. ๐Ÿฅน Your words, paired with the photos, brough this to life so much. โค๏ธ

  • Tiffany Gordon2 years ago

    gorgeous work Scott! BRAVO!!

  • Judey Kalchik 2 years ago

    Your writing is always honest and true This one, though, reveals the YOU Holidays are hard, the wounds are tender Your grief, when thus shared Reveals the true heartโ€™s Mender.

  • This was grand. Well done

  • Cindy Calder2 years ago

    Congratulations on the Top Story! I enjoyed your wonderfully lyrical composition that embodies the essence of human nature and the holiday season.

  • Test2 years ago

    Wow Scott, I was vibing so hard with this and then that little twist caught me for a second... Still love it but wasn't ready to catch the feels in that kind of way! This was masterfully done, congrats on Top Story. ๐Ÿ’š

  • Daphsam2 years ago

    What a wonderful poem. I just love the language and imagery. ๏ฟผ

  • Kenny Penn2 years ago

    Terrific bit of poetry here! Loved the character arc, congrats on a well deserved top story

  • RP2 years ago

    Congratulations & Happy Holidays!

  • I'm back to say congratulations on your Top Story!

  • Fantastic! This is among your best, sir!

  • JBaz2 years ago

    Back to say congratulations

  • Lamar Wiggins2 years ago

    This was very unique, Scott! I love the arrangement. Happy Holidyas to you as well! ๐Ÿป

  • Caroline Jane2 years ago

    A really authentic and poignant piece. ๐Ÿฅฐ

  • Dana Crandell2 years ago

    There it is! Congratulations, Scott!

  • Cathy holmes2 years ago

    There ya go. Congrats on the TS.

  • JBaz2 years ago

    A sad truth and process of life. Some never find the true meaning until it S to late. Well written.

  • This was so poignant and emotional but so beautifully written. Sending you lots of love and hugs โค๏ธ

  • Blessed Holidays to you, Scott.

  • Wow. This is amazing Scott.

  • Dana Crandell2 years ago

    A hard story to read, but an important message. Merry Christmas, Scott!

  • Mark Gagnon2 years ago

    Unfortunately, this tracks so true to life for so many. Well written and profound!

  • This is absolutely inspiring. Beautiful work Scott. Blessings to you!!!

  • Babs Iverson2 years ago

    Brilliant & beautiful!!! Loved it!!!๐Ÿ’•โค๏ธโค๏ธ

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