My Favourite Childhood Christmas Book
Every Christmas, for as long as I can remember my heart has been touched by The Wonderful Window by Beth Vardon, illustrated by Charlot Byj. I believe it was written in the 50's and I would likely have received it for Christmas sometime in the 60's. It's no longer in print so I hope I'm not violating any copyright laws by sharing it with you. As soon as the patchwork was tacked into place The angel came in with a smile on his face. And both he and Katie got down on their knees, Praying: Lord, could you spare one small miracle -- please? That night, all the people who happened to pass Saw a wonderful window of glistening glass! And the light from the candles was shining inside On the angel and Katie -- both beaming with pride. (Just take a look now, while the happy choir sings...You'll see -- even Katie --- has almost got wings!)
These are some nice and evocative photos, Suzan. I especially like the ones of Aunty Audrey and the likeable, long-haired "git" above whose name, I believe, is Adam.
ReplyDeleteMy apologies to both you and Adam. I googled the word, "git" & its origins date back to the 14th Century. It means "bastard"...not my intention at all. "Bloke", "guy" or "fellow" would have been more appropriate.
ReplyDeleteGot to laugh...Nick "foot in mouth" Hunt strikes again!!
ReplyDeleteNo worries Nic! I knew you wouldn't intentionally insult my baby. :)
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