It’s that time of year again
My head’s all a scatter
What gifts should I give?
Would it even matter?
I look here and I look far
Until I find a decent store
Going everywhere in my car
I think I’ve been here before
Want to give a gift that’s special
Something that says “you matter”
Maybe something sentimental?
One that could truly flatter
You want something really cool
A novelty unforeseen
But you play yourself the fool
When your pockets are empty of green
Your wallet doesn’t abide
So the cool item remains on the shelf
Some Christmas Spirit died
As you silently curse your wealth
You settle for the smaller
A back up idea, and hope
No one will judge your dollar
And you’ll be the only one who mopes
But when the day comes
And lights fill the air
Your heart beats like a drum
Because family is there
What matters at Christmas
Isn’t the dollar or what’s spent
But the joy we get to witness
When everyone’s the present
nikki diekemper 