Letter to Santa
Dear Santa,
It's been a long time, Santa, since I've written to you, I know, but
I'd be happy if you'd send the gifts listed below:
I'd like some earmuffs, and a scarf, some shoes, a purse--and too, I'd
like arug, abuot so big; 'most any kind will do. The muffs I'd put
on upon my ears, so gossip I'd not hear about some true or trusted
friend, for friends I hold most dear. And with the scarf I'd bind my
tongue, so I could never say an unkind word about a soul, nor judge
him "yea" or "nay."
Select stout shoes, for I would go both far and near to bring relief
to all the needy--so, that purse must have no string!
And, Santa, let the rug be small, that I may keep it near me, for on
it often I would kneel and offer prayer sincerely. I'd thank Him
for the One who taught us how to love our brother. If we'd but heed,
then all could live at peace with one another.
And, Santa, please, throughout the world bring selfsame gifts--don't
miss, for if you do, no Christmas Day will ever be like this.
Lemmie C. Hank
