The Christmas season has shifted into high gear, and I’m so pleased to reblog The Snow Globe, a short story from my archives that Sally Cronin was kind enough to share. I hope you enjoy it.
A fabulous story by D.Wallace Peach to bring some romance and mystical magic to Christmas. I know you will love it.
The Snow Globe by D. Wallace Peach
Pixabay image composition.
The Snow Globe
Delores perches at the scuffed counter of Dee’s Diner on Christmas Eve, keeping one bespectacled eye on Angie as the waitress mops the linoleum floor. The sign on the front door has already flipped from “Open” to “Closed,” and the crimson Panhandle sky fades to a duller shade of rose, a single bright star glimmering on the eastern horizon.
“Thanks for closing early, Dee,” the teenager says.
“No problem, honey. I got plans too.”
Angie looks up and smiles, clearly skeptical, but too kind-hearted to ask. It’s no secret Delores lives alone, unmarried, and childless—except for Buster the cat, who’s not particularly festive when it comes to the holidays.
At closing time, sole proprietor, boss lady, and…
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Sweet story Diana. Though bittersweet it gave me the warm fuzzies. I hope you had a Merry Christmas.
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Thanks, Steph. It’s definitely bittersweet – but love endures, so I think it speaks to the romantics among us. Happy New Year. 🙂
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I keep saying I’m not a romantic and then I read something along these lines and I’m totally sucked in. Maybe there is a tad of romaticism in me?
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I think so. Lol. And compassion. It’s a good thing 🙂
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❤
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such a beautifully sad story – love your blog!
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Thank you. What a lovely thing to say. I’m wearing a big smile. I’m glad you enjoyed it even though it is a bit sad. Happy Holidays.
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What a beautiful story, Diana. Snow globes always make me sad, for no reason. Peace and love to those who are missing their loved ones at Christmas ❤
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Thanks you for the lovely comment, Inese. Snow Globes make me a little sad too. Perhaps that sense of being contained or frozen in time. This is a time when losses are keenly felt. My wishes for peace and love join yours. ❤
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Beautiful story, Diana! So descriptive, and I could feel Delores’ yearning for those past days. Merry Christmas, my friend!
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Thanks for the visit and stopping by to read, Julie. Delores is pretty dear to my heart, I’m glad you enjoyed her story. Merry Christmas! ❤
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I concur with Julie! The Christmas story is delightful but also heartrending, hopeful and bittersweet.
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Thank you. I’m so glad you enjoyed the story. It’s a bit of a sad one, but that’s where the muse took me. I hope your holiday was festive and many blessings to you for the new year. 🙂
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A thoroughly lovely story
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Thanks, Paul. Happy Holidays to you, my friend. 🙂
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And You Diana Px
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Thanks for sharing my story, Jonathan. I’m glad you enjoyed it. Merry Christmas. 🙂
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Beautiful story, Diana. Have a warm and happy Christmas. 🙂
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Thank you, Steven. Wishing you a lovely Christmas and new year full of peace and joy. ❤
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And to you as well. 🙂
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What a lovely little story!!! The best Christmas stories, starting with A Christmas Carol, have a touch of the supernatural about them; this one joins some very fine company, Diana.
I enjoyed “The Snow Globe” for a more personal reason, too: I loved working at the local retail shops — the deli and the video store, etc. — on Christmas Eve when I was a kid, because it was the best time to interact with friends and neighbors: No one was angry; no one was stressed; no one had anything but nice things to say. I wish I had a counter to sit behind every Christmas Eve to feel that small act of magic again…
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Thanks so much, Sean. So true about Christmas stories, but then it’s a holiday imbued with magic to begin with. I like the bittersweet nature of this story (no quaint snowy Christmas with happily ever afters, right?). And I really like Delores. Perhaps it’s that feeling you describe of ordinary kindness, or the extraordinary in the ordinary. Merry Christmas ❤
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What a lovely story! Just what I needed to put a smile on my face before I head home from work tonight. Thanks!
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Well, that you for reading! I’m glad you enjoyed it (and I’m glad you were able to read it at work!) Safe travels and Merry Christmas. 🙂
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Absolutely love this, Diana. (I’ve read it before…here or at Sally’s?) I can’t keep all this straight this time of year. Anyway, it’s a beautiful story. ❤ Love it.
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Thanks, Sarah. Probably at Sally’s, but who knows. Ha ha. I’m so glad you enjoyed it, and I hope you’re taking some time this holiday to relax. Wishing you a warm, wonderful Christmas.
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You, too! 🎄
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Well you’ve managed to catch me again with the same story LOL. I’m reading and reading and wondering, “Did I already read this?” And then the teary eyes, yup, once I hopped over to Sal’s to continue. LOL. Beautiful story Diana. ❤
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Aww. I know that when we blog in certain circles the same stories tend to go around. I’ve had the same deja vu at times, especially when visiting the Smorgasbord! Merry Christmas, Debby. I hope you’re taking a little time to relax and enjoy. ❤
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Thank you Diana. Wishing you and yours a beautiful holiday season. I’m just trying to unwind after a long few months of pre publication 🙂 Learning to breathe again! ❤
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What a beautiful story, Diana. What a blessing Sally is to many. Merry Christmas!
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Thanks for reading, Jill. I’m so glad you enjoyed it. And yes, Sally is a dear to share our stories and posts. Merry Christmas to you and yours!
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Thanks for sharing this Diana. I enjoyed reading it.
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Thanks for stopping by, Arlene. Wishing you a lovely holiday with much joy. 🙂
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Thank you. Wish you the same.
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I definitely don’t read enough Christmas stories. Thank you.
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It’s such a busy time of year, Jacqui. I don’t blame you. I’m so honored that you took the time to read this one. I’m glad you enjoyed it. 🙂
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A really beautiful story… so touching! Wonderful read, Diana. ♥️
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Thank you, Iris. I’m so glad you enjoyed it. A little Christmas magic to keep the heart soft. Have a wonderful holiday. ❤
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Christmas magic…
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Thank you for reading, Bette. I’m grateful to Sally for giving this one a little air once again. Merry Christmas, my friend. ❤
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ah, sad breaks the heart.
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It is a sad one, Jina, despite the magic of lasting love. It’s just where the muse led. I hope your Christmas is full of love and peace. ❤
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and yours, Diana.
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Diana, what a wonderful story you written. Snow Globe just catches your heart and
mind. Oh, I admit to a tear but also a smile at the love that always was and will be.
Have a wonderful Christmas
miriam
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Thanks so much, Miriam. Have a warm, happy and peaceful holiday. ❤
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Wow, The Snow Globe touched my “romantic” heart. I enjoyed your story, Diana.
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Thanks, Mary. I can do romance a little. It’s not all slashing swords and bloody battles. Ha ha. Merry Christmas, my friend. ❤
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I left you a comment on Sally’s Blog, but this one was pure magic!
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I saw, Mae. Thanks so much. ❤
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A magical story with breathtakingly beautiful descriptions
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Thank you, Derrick. I’m so glad you enjoyed it. Delores has a special place in my heart. Merry Christmas. ❤
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