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Apr 2014
The festive table
Stands alone
Robed in it's finest
Holiday garments
But there is no warm glow
Of flickering light
And laughter
No spiced scents
Drifting through
Like candied wraiths
It stands alone and empty
The cold harsh light of day
Casting it's shadow on the floor
Last year we moved the holiday table into the garage to make room for guests in the house. It was a rather sad sight and made me think of all those who have their first holiday without their loved one. Yes, I do know that I am a sap...
James Jarrett
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James Jarrett
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