CHRISTMAS AND WHAT I’M THANKFUL FOR

Christmas comes but once a year, there is a magic that does appear,

For me, there is a change in the year, always something great to appear.

It’s not about gifts that rest below a tree, material things given for free,

Sharing a day, being with family, maybe enjoying some food and that’s okay.

I share my writing, It’s posted on the internet for all souls to read,

I decorate our home with lights and many other Christmas dreams.

Movies of the season are a treat, hope, and magic in December to be seen,

Christmas is free, it doesn’t cost a thing,  a day enjoyed, by family and friends.

I’m thankful for my family of which we are still living on this earth,

Thankful for that which we survived, love in our lives, we have survived.

A roof over our heads from the cold, a warm fire, food that may not be much,

A shower, a blanket covered for warmth, I’m thankful for all that we have.

I have been called selfish but I am me.

Keith Garrett