Christmas hugs to those...

[Darren Scorpio]

There are many people who for whatever reason are alone this Christmas Eve and Christmas day. Maybe their families were left behind in another country or maybe their families have passed away, or maybe they are a soldier stationed somewhere across the world and left their family behind. While everyone else can enjoy a fun and happy holiday with their loved ones, those who cannot should not be forgotten. So if you feel lonely today, you shouldn't, you are not alone. *Hugs you all tight*, Merry Christmas!

 

If you have a friend on SL whom you know fits this description please make sure you send them an IM and make sure they know they are loved.

 

Merry Christmas!

[Czari Zenovka]

Thank you, Darren...and it is so true not everyone has people around them for Christmas; probably more than we realize.

I will pass this on

[Nikki Leamouth]

Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.  

I'm fortunate enough to be spending this time with my family and friends.

But I have many friends in the US Military who are in dangerous places far away from home, some for the second or third time in as many years.  

This variation on Twas the night before Christ was written in 1986 by James Schmidt, LCpl-USMC.  I'd like to dedicate it to my friends in the military, several of whom are SL members, using it to spend some time with friends and loved ones when they are away from home.

 

Twas the night before Christmas, he lived all alone,
in a one bedroom house made of plaster & stone.
I had come down the chimney, with presents to give,
And to see just who inside this home did live.

As I looked all about, a strange sight I did see,
no tinsel, no presents, not even a tree.
No stocking by the fire, just boots filled with sand,
on the wall hung pictures of a far distant land.

With medals and badges,awards of all kind,
a sobering thought soon came to my mind.
For this house was different, unlike any I’d seen.
This was the home of a U.S. Marine.

I’d heard stories about them, I had to see more,
so I walked down the hall and pushed open the door.
And there he lay sleeping, silent, alone,
curled up on the floor in his one-bedroom home.

He seemed so gentle, his face so serene,
not how I pictured a U.S. Marine.
Was this the hero, of whom I’d just read?
Curled up in his poncho, a floor for his bed?

His head was clean-shaven, his weathered face tan.
I soon understood, this was more than a man.
For I realized the families that I saw that night,
owed their lives to these men, who were willing to fight.

Soon around the Nation, the children would play,
and grown-ups would celebrate on a bright Christmas day.
They all enjoyed freedom, each month and all year,
because of Marines, like this one lying here.

I couldn’t help wonder how many lay alone,
on a cold Christmas Eve, in a land far from home.
Just the very thought brought a tear to my eye,
and I dropped to my knees and I started to cry.

He must have awoken, for I heard a rough voice,
“Santa, don’t cry, this life is my choice.
I fight for freedom, I don’t ask for more.
My life is my God, my country, my Corps.”

With that he rolled over, drifted off into sleep,
I couldn’t control it, I continued to weep.
I watched him for hours, so silent and still.
I noticed he shivered from the cold night’s chill.

So I took off my jacket, the one made of red,
and covered this Marine from his toes to his head.
Then I put on his T-shirt of scarlet and gold,
with an eagle, globe and anchor emblazoned so bold.

And although it barely fit me, I began to swell with pride,
and for one shining moment, I was Marine Corps deep inside.
I didn’t want to leave him so quiet in the night,
this guardian of honor so willing to fight.

But half asleep he rolled over, and in a voice clean and pure,
said “Carry on, Santa, it’s Christmas Day, all is secure.”
One look at my watch and I knew he was right.
Merry Christmas my friend, Semper Fi and goodnight.

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Merry Christmas to all the members of the US Armed Forces serving
far away from their families and friends at this special time of year.

But especially to my friends in "The Corps" in Afghanistan.
I hope you return safely, and very, very soon.

Your Honor and devotion to duty make me proud to be your friend.
Semper Fi  URAAAH!

Nikki Leamouth-Lefevre
(aka irl  Nicole L*******, Lt USN - MC)

[valerie Inshan]

Oh Darren... Thank you so much! Be blessed for posting this. How come I am not surprised it comes from you?  (((Hugs you so tight I can feel your heart beat))). Merry Christmas to you Darren, and Merry Christmas for all the lonely ones. Be blessed for such beautiful soul and thoughts. :heart:

[Amethyst Jetaime]

If you have someone that lives near you that is by themselves today, especially elderly people, take them a plate from your holiday table or a plate of christmas goodies.  It only takes a few minutes, costs you nothing and a simple act like this can turn a sad day into a happy one for them.

Merry Chirstmas and hugs all around.

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[Dilbert Dilweg]

Verry nice of you Darren.

My Heart and wishes and hugs go out to those who do not have the pleasure of family today

 

God bless you all  Merry Christmas!

[Czari Zenovka]

I've seen that poem before and cried the first time I read it.  Thank you for posting it here.

[161488303349]

can forget sometimes that cant be with family sometimes like you say

so to everyone who cant be then i am wish you  the best for xmas now and for the new years. and ask them that watch over you to do that

this not a proper xmas carol song but is pretty good (: