Christmas Cheer
I’m working myself up to that time off year
To wake myself up to all that Christmas cheer
Despite the global economy and credit crunch
We will still be having a Christmas lunch
Presents still surround a real pine tree
And we will be together, as a family
Aware so many will not have any of this luxury
And for this I feel truly and deeply sorry
I should not be a Christmas Grinch
For my family and me, this is a cinch
So I count my blessings and my good luck
To have all this and in a festive rut, be stuck
So I’m sending out a Christmas note
And on this I hope you’ll quote
“Happy Christmas to one and all
Count your blessings both big and small
May New Year bring much peace and joy
To every man, woman, girl and boy”
© Andrea Coltman