I miss the bells I did so often hear
In childhood days and many a happy year.
They rang, ding-dong,- ding-dong- in griefs and joys,
Ropes clutched by swaying little altar boys.

I miss six letters on my Christmas cards,
When I receive the several "Best Regards"
Six letters are replaced by a big "X"
Or hinted at by random little specks.

I miss heart-winning songs, like "Silent Night"
A Santa growls instead, nose shining bright;
Rotund, big-bellied, red-cheeked bold and hale
Swings bottles filled with cola, beer, or ale.

A much belated shopping passer-by
Wishes to all "A Happy Holiday"--
Loud Speakers squeal,- a makeshift foghorn blares:
"Five shopping days left valued customers"

No angels, - but some multi-cultured belles
Display their goodies wreathed with oyster shells,
Tumultuous parades do cast their spells;
The noise is loud, but lo! - there are no bells.

Displayed before the flashy Grand Hotel
A poster says that "Grillé Tourterelle"
With fresh légumes are the "Entré du Jour",-
Its read by everyone, except the poor.

Let bells, clear ringing soothing bells install
In gathering spots and every waiting hall,
Assure your fellowman - no disrespect
Who wants to be politically correct?

Not me! - let bells ring loud - put up the tree,
Don't bar the crèche from public property!
It strengthens confidence, aplomb and poise,
And bells drown out and douse the frenzied noise,

Reclaim the Christmas Feast Reclaim! Reclaim!
And be not shy to sing the Savior's name.
Rejoice! - ding-dong, let ring and peal the bell-
Exult! ! - the spirit is alive and well!.

© Elizabeth Dandy

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Let Bells Ring Out! Contributed by Elizabeth_Dandy on Saturday, 3rd December 2005 @ 05:18:05 PM in AEST Topic: Holiday Poetry I miss the bells I did so often hear In childhood days and many a happy year. They rang, ding-dong,- ding-dong- in griefs and joys, Ropes clutched by swaying little altar boys. I miss six letters on my Christmas cards, When I receive the several "Best Regards" Six letters are replaced by a big "X" Or hinted at by random little specks. I miss heart-winning songs, like "Silent Night" A Santa growls instead, nose shining bright; Rotund, big-bellied, red-cheeked bold and hale Swings bottles filled with cola, beer, or ale. A much belated shopping passer-by Wishes to all "A Happy Holiday"-- Loud Speakers squeal,- a makeshift foghorn blares: "Five shopping days left valued customers" No angels, - but some multi-cultured belles Display their goodies wreathed with oyster shells, Tumultuous parades do cast their spells; The noise is loud, but lo! - there are no bells. Displayed before the flashy Grand Hotel A poster says that "Grillé Tourterelle" With fresh légumes are the "Entré du Jour",- Its read by everyone, except the poor. Let bells, clear ringing soothing bells install In gathering spots and every waiting hall, Assure your fellowman - no disrespect Who wants to be politically correct? Not me! - let bells ring loud - put up the tree, Don't bar the crèche from public property! It strengthens confidence, aplomb and poise, And bells drown out and douse the frenzied noise, Reclaim the Christmas Feast Reclaim! Reclaim! And be not shy to sing the Savior's name. Rejoice! - ding-dong, let ring and peal the bell- Exult! ! - the spirit is alive and well!. © Elizabeth Dandy Copyright © Elizabeth_Dandy ... [ 2005-12-03 17:18:05] (Date/Time posted on site) Advertisments: Previous Posted Poem         | |         Next Posted Poem

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Re: Let Bells Ring Out! (User Rating: 1 ) by Former_Member on Saturday, 3rd December 2005 @ 06:25:42 PM AEST (User Info | Send a Message) thank you. those leaders cannot take the love from our hearts where we can silently celebrate the true meaning of christmas. Raquel Leah

Re: Let Bells Ring Out! (User Rating: 1 ) by sararose1950 on Saturday, 3rd December 2005 @ 08:03:00 PM AEST (User Info | Send a Message) I agree wholeheartedly with you Elizabeth- even though I am on a sort of ecclectic path- traditions and religous symbols are NOT for the governemnt to control!! so............ I say Merry Christmas to you indeed!!! Peace and Light....Sara

Re: Let Bells Ring Out! (User Rating: 1 ) by Lionel on Monday, 5th December 2005 @ 04:10:21 PM AEST (User Info | Send a Message) Very good. I agee, of course, let them ring. I am saddened by seeing people and businesses fold and cowardly give into ACLU threat or political correctness about Christ's birthday: some so much so, that they attempt to call it something else. France and Spain are good examples of what appeasment of barbarians through political correctness ( encouraged "cultural" immigration, etc.) will bring. God help us.

Re: Let Bells Ring Out! (User Rating: 1 ) by DreamPoetess on Wednesday, 7th December 2005 @ 02:22:04 PM AEST (User Info | Send a Message) I would sure not like to be with the voting group, they better say their prayers for what they are doing:> I thought their was freedom of choice, speech, I guess the one's who make these rules get the freedom of speech and choice to make for the ones who believes and trusts, can't they think of something else to do to make money instead of bothering our beliefs:> guess I better stop while I am a head:>

Re: Let Bells Ring Out! (User Rating: 1 ) by Former_Member on Wednesday, 28th December 2005 @ 04:45:40 PM AEST (User Info | Send a Message) I agree wholeheartedly! And wouldn't it be shocking to all those who say Merry Xmas that in truth it is a christian symbol that has been used for hundreds of years to mean the same thing....see the Merry Christmas Forum...and not a defacing of the true name. Anyway, thanks for sharing this wonderful peice!