Rules: Write a children’s holiday story (children here defined as approximately age 12 and under) using the basic format/concept of The Twelve Days Of Christmas! Your story may be poetry or prose, silly or serious or sweet, religious or not, based on Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa or whatever you celebrate, but is not to exceed 300 words (I know! So much freedom after the Halloweensie Contest
) (It can be as short as you like (the judges will be grateful , you are welcome and encouraged to write shorter, but no more than 300! Title not included in word count.) The field is wide open! Have fun! The more creative the better! No illustration notes please. Post: Your entry should be posted on your blog between right now this very second and Monday December 12 at 11:59 PM EST.Without further ado (and because I'm going to run out of time!) here's my entry at 299 words:
My Trashman Gave to Me
My Daddy worked hard all day throwing bag after bag into
that old garbage truck. We didn’t have much money, but he made sure our house
was merry during Christmas.
On the first day of Christmas my trashman gave to me a
toaster in disrepair. It couldn’t make toast, but it sure made Christmas cards
pop!
On the second day of Christmas my trashman gave to me two black
rain boots, which held way more than a regular stocking.
On the third day of Christmas my trashman gave to me three
dented pots, and I drummed a lovely beat.
On the fourth day of Christmas my trashman gave to me four hula
hoops which became the coolest wreath in town.
On the fifth day of Christmas my trashman gave to me five curtain
rings which made my wreath sparkle in the sun.
On the sixth day of Christmas my trashman gave to me six empty
frames, perfect for my reindeer art.
On the seventh day of Christmas my trashman gave to me seven
bouncing balls hanging as giant ornaments in the front yard.
On the eighth day of Christmas my trashman gave to me eight smiling
dolls to make my own nativity.
On the ninth day of Christmas my trashman gave to me nine shining
night lights to brighten every room.
On the tenth day of Christmas my trashman gave to me ten Christmas
ties draping over the fireplace.
On the eleventh day of Christmas my trashman gave to me eleven
serving spoons glittering on our Christmas tree.
On the twelfth day of Christmas my trashman gave to me twelve
pillows already ripping, with enough fluff to fill our living room with snow!
People sure throw out a lot of decorations, but Daddy knows
treasure when he finds it.
Hope you enjoyed this fun holiday story. Wishing you all Happy Holidays! Merry Christmas!
