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One Small Donkey
A Christmas Story
By Dandi Daley Mackall, Marta Álvaréz Miguens Thomas Nelson
Copyright © 2016 Dandi Daley Mackall
All rights reserved.
ISBN: 978-0-7180-8747-0
CHAPTER 1
One small donkey on a lonely hill, Hunting for a blade of grass, Sees big horses full of power and might, Prancing proudly as they pass.
One small donkey wishes he were big, Marching on a festive day, Stallions lining up to follow him, Knowing he will lead the way.
One small donkey hears his master call: "Come along! It's time to go." Donkey, rushing to his master's voice, Wishes he were not so slow.
One small donkey holding very still — Joseph ties the journey pack. Mary, grinning, though she's great with child, Climbs upon the donkey's back.
One small donkey with a clip, clip, clop, Trots along the winding road, Hurries on the trail to Bethlehem, Mindful of his priceless load.
One small donkey underneath the stars Senses the Creator's hand. Pure, white snowflakes soon begin to fall, Whitening the Promised Land.
One small donkey hears a baa, baa, baa. Shepherds watch their flocks by night. Fancy horses rear and pass them by. Up above, one star shines bright.
One small donkey at the city gate, Bumped and shoved and pushed aside. Joseph knock, knock, knocks on every door, Seeking shelter for his bride.
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