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“I Heard the Bells on Christmas Day” by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow
The near loss of a son inspires a song of hope
Grieving a loss is always painful, but grieving during the holiday season when most other people seem so cheerful is especially hard. This was the position of Henry Wadsworth Longfellow in December, 1863. Two years earlier, his beloved wife, Fanny, … Continue reading
“Christmas Bells” by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow
The poem that inspired "I Heard the Bells on Christmas Day" carries an important message
You’ve probably heard the Christmas carol “I Heard the Bells on Christmas Day,” at some point (maybe even this Christmas season), but did you know that it was inspired by a poem by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow? The poet penned … Continue reading
