it was once a blessed day
to celebrate in a glorious way
the birth of a precious child
who tarried here a short while
bringing peace and love to humanity...
later dying on crossed branches
from an old rugged tree...
now the child's name is Xed out
by an audacious cuss
of those with economic clout--
leaving little children
pondering x-mas...
and frowning parents wondering
how to pay the trust:
"thanks for shopping with us..."