A Christmas to Remember

In a quiet town where snowflakes fell,
A loving soul lived with a story to tell.
John, his name, with a heart so kind,
But life had left him far behind.

No twinkling lights, no festive cheer,
And silence grew as Christmas drew near.
A broken roof, not a match’s glow,
His tiny house buried deep in the snow.

Yet whispers spread through the frozen air,
Neighbors noticed and decided to provide care.
The lumberjack came with his sturdy hands,
Fixing the roof to make it stand.

The baker came with a sweet delight
Bread, cakes, cookies baking overnight.
Children painted cards so bright,
Each one a spark to light the night.

Soon his home was trimmed with care,
A glowing tree stood shining there.
Songs of joy filled the chilly night,
Bringing tears to John’s elderly eyes.

Christmas is not for gifts and gold,
It’s for love and warmth when hearts unfold.
The town had given what they could share,
Proving kindness lies everywhere.

Now John smiles when snowflakes fall,
Forgetting the nights he had none.
A warm house, a tree, a pure heart anew,
All thanks to a caring community that came through.