December
is the time we seek out the perfect gifts,
Ones
we’re sure will bring a smile to each person on our list.
And
we tuck them all away in some dark secret locale,
Giving
ne’er the slightest hint as we friends gaily regale
With
the parties, shopping trips and tree trimming celebrations
That
all whisk us through these days of harmonious relations...
Waiting
for one special morn when at last all is revealed,
And
the joy of bright surprises we can no longer conceal.
When
the happiness we’ve longed to share at last reaches fruition
As
recipients’ warm “Thanks!” reward each correct intuition.
And
we know we have succeeded in our goal this time around
Of
assuring in the hearts of those we love that joy abounds.
Still
such tangible displays, so familiar and such fun
Are
but rituals designed to point up a greater one –
A
gift, that is, of course, one most meaningful and true,
That
is given all of us to enjoy the whole year through.
It’s
a gift crafted from sharing all we have and all we are
With
the ones who’ve touched our lives, whether they’re found near or far.
It’s the gift of reaching out in the spirit of
the season
Now
commemorated here, and which brings us to the reason
That
this card is being sent as a reminder and wish
That
the “present” given us -- each day --
might prove your favorite gift.
Happy Holidays
