When the original Only Yules & Verses book was self-published in 2013, an unsolicited comment appeared on Amazon. I call stuff like this little nudges of encouragement. Of course, for every flattering nudge, there are several pokes in the eye waiting in the wings. Here’s the comment:
“Only Yules and Verses is one of those special little books that you happen upon serendipitously. I have read authors' blurbs before extolling the mirth to be found in THEIR book only to buy the book and be severely disappointed. What an unexpected joy, therefore, to pick up this little gem and read it to the end with smiles, a few laughs out loud and some headshakes at the ingenuity of Joe Cushnan. I thoroughly enjoyed this and wholeheartedly recommend it to everyone.
P.S. I am not a friend or family member of the author, but how I wish I were!”
CHRISTMAS CRIB OUTSIDE
ST TERESA'S CHURCH
It was the highlight of the year,
Apart from toys on Christmas day,
To see the outdoor crib
Where the baby Jesus lay.
Memory and maturity spoil
The wonder of it all
For the star was a bulb
And Jesus was a doll.
GOD’S GIFT
"Congratulations," said God,
Here is your present.
Treat it with care,
Its uses are wide,
Detailed instructions
Are tucked inside."
"Thank you," we said
And pulled at the string,
Clawed at the wrapping
Like kittens at play,
Found the instructions
And threw them away.
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