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 Nov 15 07, 06:18
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 Mosaic Master  Posts: 18,892 Joined: 1-August 03 From: Massachusetts Member No.: 2 Real Name: Lori Kanter Writer of: Poetry & Prose Referred By:Imhotep  |
 Believe A 500 word micro-story I don't care what others think or say, I know what I saw, and I'm not crazy! It was twilight by the time I finally headed back towards my car, six bags in tow, shuffling between vehicles and un-trodden snow. I never understood the logic behind parking in the furthest space away from the Mall so I would be the first one out, but non-the-less, I had done so yet again! That night, just a week before Christmas, the sky was a beautiful palette of gold and turquoise. A sliver of new Moon bobbed between dark wisps of clouds, giving them a strange, yet appealing glow. It felt good to unload the bags and stand for a moment, head titled upwards, breathing in the fresh, cool night air. I closed my eyes and listened to fragments of the song 'White Christmas' as it drifted in and out of range clashing with the Mall's version of annoying sleigh bells ringing, jingling and shaking at each doorway. It was strange not to see any Salvation Army volunteers this year, so I assumed the Mall had taken up the sleigh bell theme itself. For a fleeting moment, I caught a scent of fresh balsam and cedar and looked to my left. The boy scouts had set up a stand not far from my car. A large sign with red block lettering read: FRESH TREES & WREATHS FOR SALE. I wanted a closer look and strolled over. I chatted with the boys and, after a generous donation, they helped me carry my last-minute purchases back to my car. It was then that we all saw it... I don't care what others think or say, I know what I saw and I'm not crazy! The boys saw it too! The sky darkened for a moment as the moon disappeared; we looked up. Everything went silent - I mean EVERYTHING. Time slowed, though only the three of us seemed aware of anything unusual. A beautiful silver sleigh appeared, pulled by nine reindeer! Its seat was made of what looked like woven silk. The entire side of the sleigh was embellished with gold, ruby and emerald jewels, as were the complimentary silvery-leather reins. Thick snowflakes started falling as we continued to stare in utter amazement. A rotund man with a full, gray beard waved down at us. As the sleigh went past, we could hear, "Ho, Ho, Ho. Merry Christmas!" whispered on the wind. Time sped up again as we stood there, frozen. We tried to tell the other folks who were in the lot that night, what we had seen but of course, no one believed us. Words were tossed about like weather balloon, fog traps and one even said it was a genuine UFO. I don't really care what people think because I know what I saw -- and I believe. Copyright © 2006, 2007 Lorraine M Kanter ·······  ·······"It's a dangerous business, Frodo, going out your door. You step into the Road, and if you don't keep your feet, there is no knowing where you might be swept off to." ~ J.R.R Tolkien, The Lord of the Rings
Collaboration feeds innovation. In the spirit of workshopping, please revisit those threads you've critiqued to see if the author has incorporated your ideas, or requests further feedback from you. In addition, reciprocate with those who've responded to you in kind. "I believe it is the act of remembrance, long after our bones have turned to dust, to be the true essence of an afterlife." ~ Lorraine M. Kanter Nominate a poem for the InterBoard Poetry Competition by taking into careful consideration those poems you feel would best represent Mosaic Musings. For details, click into the IBPC nomination forum. Did that poem just captivate you? Nominate it for the Faery award today! If perfection of form allured your muse, propose the Crown Jewels award. For more information, click here!  "Worry looks around, Sorry looks back, Faith looks up." ~ Early detection can save your life.MM Award Winner           |
  
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Nov 18 07, 07:30
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 Ornate Oracle  Posts: 2,085 Joined: 24-May 04 From: Time, Immoral Member No.: 66 Writer of: Poetry |
Thank you for your Holiday entry Lori!
 Best of luck!  May the 'classic' holiday spirit be shared in your heart throughout the season!  Merlin & Co    
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Nov 18 07, 10:14
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A very seasonal testimonial Lori. You really know that your are crazy don't you.
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Nov 18 07, 10:20
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Mosaic Master Posts: 18,892 Joined: 1-August 03 From: Massachusetts Member No.: 2 Real Name: Lori Kanter Writer of: Poetry & Prose Referred By:Imhotep |
Haha - thanks Merlin
 for the good luck message and YES Don, the cat's out - I'm crazy!  You figured it out long ago, though, hadn't you?  Happy Holidays!  ~Cleo 
······· ·······"It's a dangerous business, Frodo, going out your door. You step into the Road, and if you don't keep your feet, there is no knowing where you might be swept off to." ~ J.R.R Tolkien, The Lord of the Rings
Collaboration feeds innovation. In the spirit of workshopping, please revisit those threads you've critiqued to see if the author has incorporated your ideas, or requests further feedback from you. In addition, reciprocate with those who've responded to you in kind. "I believe it is the act of remembrance, long after our bones have turned to dust, to be the true essence of an afterlife." ~ Lorraine M. Kanter Nominate a poem for the InterBoard Poetry Competition by taking into careful consideration those poems you feel would best represent Mosaic Musings. For details, click into the IBPC nomination forum. Did that poem just captivate you? Nominate it for the Faery award today! If perfection of form allured your muse, propose the Crown Jewels award. For more information, click here! "Worry looks around, Sorry looks back, Faith looks up." ~ Early detection can save your life.MM Award Winner |
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Nov 18 07, 10:30
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Crazy recognizes crazy, no?. The give away is you protested it too much. Be assured that our ranks are expanding geometrically.
Speaking of crazy, you know, every time I see anything to do with M&M candy I think of Larry Carr. Don 
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Nov 26 07, 18:16
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Mosaic Master Posts: 18,892 Joined: 1-August 03 From: Massachusetts Member No.: 2 Real Name: Lori Kanter Writer of: Poetry & Prose Referred By:Imhotep |
Oh how I miss Larry, Don. Yes, M&M's remind me of him and Beth too (Nefertiti). They always tossed 'em back and forth, LOL!
He would really be enjoying himself if he were around - well, he's here in spirit at least. May he rest in our hearts forever! HUGS Lori 
······· ·······"It's a dangerous business, Frodo, going out your door. You step into the Road, and if you don't keep your feet, there is no knowing where you might be swept off to." ~ J.R.R Tolkien, The Lord of the Rings
Collaboration feeds innovation. In the spirit of workshopping, please revisit those threads you've critiqued to see if the author has incorporated your ideas, or requests further feedback from you. In addition, reciprocate with those who've responded to you in kind. "I believe it is the act of remembrance, long after our bones have turned to dust, to be the true essence of an afterlife." ~ Lorraine M. Kanter Nominate a poem for the InterBoard Poetry Competition by taking into careful consideration those poems you feel would best represent Mosaic Musings. For details, click into the IBPC nomination forum. Did that poem just captivate you? Nominate it for the Faery award today! If perfection of form allured your muse, propose the Crown Jewels award. For more information, click here! "Worry looks around, Sorry looks back, Faith looks up." ~ Early detection can save your life.MM Award Winner |
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Nov 26 07, 19:50
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 Assyrian Posts: 271 Joined: 21-July 07 From: somewhere twixt 'n' tween Member No.: 456 Real Name: Sam Richmond Writer of: Poetry & Prose Referred By:N/A |
Thank you so much Lori... in this wonderful offering... I saw it too.
Sam ······· ······· Values are to integrity as spirit to spirituality ... the one is needed that the other is sustained ~ Sam
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Dec 2 07, 11:39
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 Assyrian Posts: 181 Joined: 13-September 07 From: Conway, Arkansas Member No.: 468 Real Name: Pamela Writer of: Poetry Referred By:self |
I don't think you're crazy...I believe too...
Love and Ho Ho Ho Pami ······· ·······A relaxed attitude, and a heart of gratitude, increases life whilst joy doth exude! <:))))><
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Dec 2 07, 13:12
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Mosaic Master Posts: 18,892 Joined: 1-August 03 From: Massachusetts Member No.: 2 Real Name: Lori Kanter Writer of: Poetry & Prose Referred By:Imhotep |
Thank you both Sam and Pami!
······· ·······"It's a dangerous business, Frodo, going out your door. You step into the Road, and if you don't keep your feet, there is no knowing where you might be swept off to." ~ J.R.R Tolkien, The Lord of the Rings
Collaboration feeds innovation. In the spirit of workshopping, please revisit those threads you've critiqued to see if the author has incorporated your ideas, or requests further feedback from you. In addition, reciprocate with those who've responded to you in kind. "I believe it is the act of remembrance, long after our bones have turned to dust, to be the true essence of an afterlife." ~ Lorraine M. Kanter Nominate a poem for the InterBoard Poetry Competition by taking into careful consideration those poems you feel would best represent Mosaic Musings. For details, click into the IBPC nomination forum. Did that poem just captivate you? Nominate it for the Faery award today! If perfection of form allured your muse, propose the Crown Jewels award. For more information, click here! "Worry looks around, Sorry looks back, Faith looks up." ~ Early detection can save your life.MM Award Winner |
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Dec 30 07, 10:36
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Mosaic Master Posts: 18,892 Joined: 1-August 03 From: Massachusetts Member No.: 2 Real Name: Lori Kanter Writer of: Poetry & Prose Referred By:Imhotep |
Congratulations! This submission has been nominated as a finalist in the fourth annual Mosaic Musings Holiday Classic!  Best of luck! ······· ·······"It's a dangerous business, Frodo, going out your door. You step into the Road, and if you don't keep your feet, there is no knowing where you might be swept off to." ~ J.R.R Tolkien, The Lord of the Rings
Collaboration feeds innovation. In the spirit of workshopping, please revisit those threads you've critiqued to see if the author has incorporated your ideas, or requests further feedback from you. In addition, reciprocate with those who've responded to you in kind. "I believe it is the act of remembrance, long after our bones have turned to dust, to be the true essence of an afterlife." ~ Lorraine M. Kanter Nominate a poem for the InterBoard Poetry Competition by taking into careful consideration those poems you feel would best represent Mosaic Musings. For details, click into the IBPC nomination forum. Did that poem just captivate you? Nominate it for the Faery award today! If perfection of form allured your muse, propose the Crown Jewels award. For more information, click here! "Worry looks around, Sorry looks back, Faith looks up." ~ Early detection can save your life.MM Award Winner |
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