Merry Christmas to you my neighbor –
the ones I know so well.
A friendly hug now and then
we stop and chat,
catching up on health, family
and neighborhood news.
Or we drive by with a wave
that says more than just hello.
You know I care
and we are there for each other.
Everyday I pass your house
I wish you love.
Merry Christmas to you my neighbor –
the ones I know only in passing.
We talk about the weather
and you pet my dog, Merlin
when we meet on the street.
I know life has not been easy lately.
I’m sorry I wasn’t there for you.
But everyday I pass your house
I wish you joy.
Merry Christmas to you my neighbor –
the ones I do not know.
I have waved to you as you drive by
while I walk Merlin.
You always wave back
and if I was feeling lonely
I no longer did.
I have heard you are feuding
with your neighbors
(the ones I know in passing told me so)
But I have no gripe with you.
Everyday I pass your house
I wish you peace.
Merry Christmas to you dear reader –
you probably know me better
than I know you (is that fair?)
We meet here monthly
to share thoughts, goofy poems,
a sketch and hopefully, inspiration.
Thank you
for letting me reach out
and maybe even, now and then,
touch your heart with mine.
May you be blessed
with health, love and happiness
and may your home be filled
with laughter and peace
now and throughout the new year.
