This Christmas I wish you
not a thing –
no fancy gift
no expensive ring
not even a toy
of temporary joy
This Christmas I wish you
so much less –
less guilt and shame
less resentment
less fear
less bitterness and pain
This Christmas I wish you
what is very near –
trees covered with snow
big fluffy clouds
a stranger’s smile
a friend’s hand
This Christmas I wish you
what you already have –
a loving heart
a forgiving spirit
and the wisdom of a thousand angels
by your side
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.
