Anticipation begins and gradually kicks in,
While shopping days wane and disappear.
Excitement blends in and slowly transcends,
As tradition and good tidings reappear.
Children grow restless, as school days dwindle,
Their lists continue to grow.
Moms and Dads spend and find ways to rekindle,
The holiday spirit they know.
Houses are decorated inside and out,
Trees find new ways to glisten.
Mistletoe hangs and stories come out,
As eager ears strain to listen.
December days mount, while parents recount,
Past memories of gifts and toys.
Yuletide ghosts greet the heavenly host,
Through time spent together, love and joy.
These days it seems, not everyones' dreams,
Are packaged and adorned with bows.
Those bereft means go to extremes,
Just to have food, shelter and warm clothes.
This winter's eve, try to conceive,
Of those with no gifts to give out.
Help children believe, to give is to receive,
It's what Christmas is all about.
Copyright © December 2009
Kevin Mooney
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